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Figure 2: ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X Cabling

Gigabit Ethernet data interface (RJ-45)

Management 1/1 interface (RJ-45)

b) (Optional) Console port – For use with the CLI. Connect a computer or terminal server using a serial console cable

to either the RJ-45 or Mini USB Type B port.

Only one console port can be active at a time. When a cable is plugged into the USB console port, the RJ-45 port

becomes inactive. Conversely, when the USB cable is removed from the Mini USB Type B port, the RJ-45 port

becomes active. See

console port.

c) Gigabit Ethernet ports – For the network interfaces; use standard RJ-45 Ethernet cables.

You can use any available Gigabit Ethernet port on the ASA 5508-X or ASA 5516-X as a failover link. The failover

link interface is not configured as a normal networking interface; it should only be used for the failover link. You

can connect the failover link by using a dedicated switch with no hosts or routers on the link.

Step 2

Connect the power cord to the ASA, and plug the other end to your power source.

Step 3

Press the power switch to turn the appliance on.

When the Power LED is solid green, the ASA is completely powered on.

Step 4

Check the Status LED on the ASA chassis.

When it is solid green, the ASA has passed power-on diagnostics.

Step 5

See the

Cisco ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X Quick Start Guide

Connect to a Console Terminal or PC, on page 4

Connect Cables, Turn on Power, and Verify Connectivity

Console port (RJ-45 or Mini USB Type B)

for specific instructions for connecting the

to continue setting up your ASA.

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