The Cisco ASA 5512-X IPS Edition (Part Number: ASA5512-IPS-K8) is a dedicated security appliance designed to deliver comprehensive protection with the integration of intrusion prevention capabilities. This device, part of Cisco's Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) series, helps businesses safeguard their network infrastructure by combining firewall, IPsec-based VPN, and advanced threat detection functionalities. This is an ideal solution for small to medium-sized enterprises searching for a robust yet manageable security solution.
One of the standout features of this model is its intrusion prevention system (IPS), which actively monitors for potential threats and exploits in real-time. The IPS feature helps organisations defend against zero-day attacks, malware, and intrusion attempts by scanning and analysing network traffic. The device also supports high-performance deep packet inspection, allowing it to effectively handle considerable traffic without compromising security or speed.
In terms of hardware specifications, the Cisco ASA 5512-X IPS Edition comes equipped with six Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing ample connectivity options for modern network environments. This model is powered by Cisco’s robust CPU architecture, ensuring reliable processing for security tasks. Additionally, it includes 1 firewall context and supports up to 250,000 concurrent connections, making it suitable for companies with medium-scale networking requirements.
The appliance further supports up to 2 Gbps of firewall throughput and features a maximum VPN throughput of 250 Mbps. This ensures fast and reliable secure communication over IPsec VPNs while maintaining robust firewall operations. The Cisco ASA 5512-X IPS Edition supports up to 250 VPN sessions, making it capable of managing secure remote access for multiple users.
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