Description
Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) Features
The Cisco ASA5555-FPWR-K9 Firewall Appliance Network Security Appliance comes with Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) features that are designed to provide additional layers of security against advanced threats and malware attacks. Some of the AMP features available on the ASA5555-FPWR-K9 include:
- Network-based malware detection: The ASA5555-FPWR-K9 Cisco ASA5555-FPWR-K9 Firewall Appliance can identify and block malicious files at the network level using advanced algorithms and heuristics.
- File reputation analysis: TheASA5555-FPWR-K9 can use file reputation analysis to determine whether a file is malicious or not based on its source, behavior, and other factors.
- Malware sandboxing: The ASA5555-FPWR-K9 can sandbox suspicious files in a virtual environment to analyze their behavior and identify any malicious activity.
- Continuous analysis: The ASA5555-FPWR-K9 can perform continuous analysis of files to detect and block any malicious activity even after they have been downloaded or executed.
- Threat intelligence: The ASA5555-FPWR-K9 can leverage threat intelligence feeds to identify and block known malware and other advanced threats.
- Integration with other security solutions: The ASA5555-FPWR-K9 can integrate with other security solutions such as Cisco FirePOWER and Cisco Umbrella to provide even greater levels of security against advanced threats.
By leveraging these AMP features, the Cisco ASA5555-FPWR-K9 Network Security Appliance can help organizations protect their networks against a wide range of advanced threats and malware attacks.
High Availability and Failover Configuration
High Availability and Failover Configuration is a critical aspect of network security appliances, and the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 is no exception. In a production environment, any disruption in network security can cause severe damage to an organization. Therefore, it’s imperative to configure the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 to ensure continuous and uninterrupted network security.
The ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 supports several high availability and failover configurations, including Active/Standby and Active/Active configurations. In Active/Standby mode, the primary ASA firewall is active and processes all traffic, while the secondary ASA firewall is on standby, waiting to take over in case the primary firewall fails. In an Active/Active configuration, both the primary and secondary ASA firewalls actively process traffic.
To configure high availability and failover on the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9, you need to configure several elements. These include the interface configurations, virtual MAC address, and virtual IP address. You also need to configure synchronization between the primary and secondary firewalls to ensure that both are running the same configuration and maintain session information.
Furthermore, the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 supports a stateful failover feature that synchronizes connection states between the primary and secondary firewalls. This feature ensures that when failover occurs, the secondary firewall can take over the traffic without disrupting active sessions.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
The ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 is a high-performance security appliance designed for enterprise-level networks. Although the appliance is designed to provide robust security features, issues can arise due to a variety of reasons. Troubleshooting common issues with the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 network security appliance requires a systematic approach that includes the following steps:
- Identify the issue: The first step in troubleshooting any issue is to identify it. This can be done by collecting information from users, reviewing logs, and conducting tests to reproduce the issue.
- Check the configuration: The configuration of the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 appliance should be checked to ensure that it is correct and in line with best practices. Misconfigurations can lead to a variety of issues, including connectivity problems and security breaches.
- Check connectivity: Connectivity issues can often be the cause of problems with the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 appliance. The network topology should be reviewed to ensure that it is properly configured and that all devices are properly connected.
- Check logs: The logs generated by the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 appliance can provide valuable information about the source of issues. Logs should be reviewed to identify any errors or warning messages.
- Check software versions: Software bugs and issues can arise due to outdated software versions. It is important to ensure that the appliance is running the latest stable version of software.
- Contact Cisco support: If the above steps do not resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact Cisco support for further assistance. Cisco support can provide additional resources and expertise to help troubleshoot complex issues with the ASA 5555-FPWR-K9 appliance.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number: ASA5555-FPWR-K9
- Brand Name: Cisco
- Product Line: ASA
- Product Series: 5500
- Product Model: ASA 5555-X
- Product Name: ASA 5555-X with FirePOWER Services
- Product Type: Network Security/Firewall Appliance
Technical Information
- Virtualization-
- 3000 x Cisco Cloud Web Security Users
- 5000 x IPsec VPN Peers
- 1000000 x Concurrent Connections
- 50000 x New Connections/Second
- 500 x Virtual Interfaces (VLANs)
- 100 x Security Contexts
- Firewall Protection Stateful Packet Filtering
- Firewall Protection Deep Inspection Firewall
- Firewall Protection Intrusion Prevention
- Firewall Protection Remote Access Authentication
- Encryption Standard AES
- Encryption Standard 3DES
Interfaces/Ports
- Total Number of Ports: 8
- USB: Yes
- PoE (RJ-45) Port No
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 8
Network & Communication
- Ethernet Technology: Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Standard: 10/100/1000Base-T
Wireless Specifications
- Wireless LAN No
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots: 1
Memory
- Standard Memory: 16 GB
- Flash Memory: 8 GB
Power Description
- Input Voltage: 120 V AC
- Input Voltage: 230 V AC
- Power Source: Power Supply