Cisco ASA 5506-X User Manual

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Cisco Firepower Threat Defense for the
ASA 5506-X Series Using Firepower
Device Manager Quick Start Guide
First Published: August 10, 2016
Last Updated: June 28, 2017
1. Is This Guide for You?
This guide explains how to complete the initial configuration of your Firepower Threat Defense device using the
Firepower Device Manager web-based device setup wizard included on Firepower Threat Defense devices.
Firepower Device Manager lets you configure the basic features of the software that are most commonly used for
small networks. It is especially designed for networks that include a single device or just a few, where you do not
want to use a high-powered multiple-device manager to control a large network containing many Firepower
Threat Defense devices.
If you are managing large numbers of devices, or if you want to use the more complex features and configurations
that Firepower Threat Defense allows, use the Firepower Management Center to configure your devices instead
of the integrated Firepower Device Manager.
Use the CLI setup wizard to configure your Firepower Threat Defense device for network connectivity and to
register the device to a Firepower Management Center as described in http://www.cisco.com/go/ftd-asa-quick.
2. Package Contents
This section lists the package contents of the chassis. Note that contents are subject to change, and your exact
contents might contain additional or fewer items.
Figure 1 ASA 5506-X and 5506W-X
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Cisco ASA 5506-X Specifications

General

Model	ASA 5506-X
Firewall Throughput	750 Mbps
Maximum Firewall Connections	50, 000
Maximum VPN Peers	50
Integrated Ports	8 x 1 GE
Stateful Inspection Throughput	750 Mbps
Weight	4.4 lb (2 kg)
Firewall Throughput (Multiprotocol)	750 Mbps
Firewall Throughput (Application Visibility and Control AVC)	250 Mbps
Concurrent Sessions	50, 000
New Connections per Second	10, 000
IPsec VPN Throughput	100 Mbps
Interfaces	8 x 1 GE
Memory	4 GB
Flash Memory	8 GB
Form Factor	Desktop
VPN Throughput	100 Mbps
Maximum Concurrent Sessions	50, 000
New Sessions per Second	10, 000
Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature	-13 to 158°F (-25 to 70°C)
Power Supply	External
Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing

Summary

Is This Guide for You?

Package Contents

License Requirements

License Requirements

Explains Cisco Smart Licensing for managing device licenses and features.

Deploy the Firepower Threat Defense in Your Network

About the Default Configuration (Version 6.2)

Details the default network topology and IP setup for version 6.2.

About the Default Configuration (Version 6.1)

Details the default network topology and IP setup for version 6.1.

Connect the Interfaces

Guides connecting network cables to device interfaces for initial setup.

Procedure

Step-by-step guide for connecting interfaces and management workstation.

Power on the Firepower Threat Defense Device

Procedure

Instructions for powering on the device and verifying status LEDs.

Launch Firepower Device Manager

Before You Begin

Prerequisites and network considerations before launching the FDM.

Procedure

Steps for accessing and initially configuring the device via Firepower Device Manager.

Configure the Wireless Access Point (ASA 5506W-X)

Procedure

Steps to enable and configure the integrated wireless access point.

Configure the wireless access point.

Details on setting SSID, security, and enabling radios for Wi-Fi.

Configure the DHCP server on the wireless interface.

Steps to set up DHCP for wireless clients and the access point itself.

Restore the Wireless Access Point Configuration (ASA 5506W-X)

Procedure to restore factory default settings for the wireless access point.

Access the Wireless Access Point Console (ASA 5506W-X)

How to access the wireless access point's command-line interface.

Where to Go Next