Cisco ASA 5516-X User Manual

Overview
• About the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X, on page 1
• Package Contents, on page 2
• Front Panel, on page 3
• Rear Panel, on page 3
• LEDs, on page 4
• Network Ports, on page 6
• Console Ports, on page 6
• Internal and External Flash Storage, on page 6
• Solid State Drive, on page 7
• Power Supply Modules, on page 7
• Hardware Specifications, on page 7
• Power Cord Specifications, on page 8
About the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X
The Cisco ASA 5508-X and the ASA 5516-X adaptive security appliances are part of the ASA 5500-X of
next-generation mid-range ASAs, and are built on the same security platform as the rest of the ASA family.
Your ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X ship with either ASA or Firepower Threat Defense software preinstalled.
To reimage your device, see Reimage the Cisco ASA or Firepower Threat Defense Device.
Note
This next-generation ASA delivers unprecedented levels of defense against threats to the network with deeper
web inspection and flow-specific analysis, improved secure connectivity via end-point security posture
validation, and voice and video over VPN support. It also provides enhanced support for intelligent information
networks through improved network integration, resiliency, and scalability.
The ASA 5508-X and the ASA 5516-X are a standard 1 RU chassis. To compare the performance metrics
and capabilities of the 5500-X ASAs, see Cisco ASA 5500-X Series Next-Generation Firewalls.
The ASA 5508-X and 5516-X have been validated for the following security standards certifications:
• Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2 for FTD 6.4.x and ASA 9.12.x
Overview
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Cisco ASA 5516-X Specifications

General

Firewall Throughput	1.8 Gbps
Concurrent Sessions	500, 000
Form Factor	1RU
Memory	8 GB
Flash Memory	8 GB
AC Input	100-240V AC
Maximum VLANs	1024
RAM	8 GB
Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature	-13 to 158°F (-25 to 70°C)
Humidity	10 to 90% non-condensing
Power Supply	AC
Frequency	50 to 60 Hz
Interfaces	8 x 1Gbps (RJ-45), 8 x 1Gbps (SFP)

Summary

Overview of ASA 5508-X and 5516-X

About the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X

Details about the Cisco ASA 5508-X and 5516-X adaptive security appliances as part of the ASA 5500-X family.

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the package for the ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X.

Front Panel

Description and illustration of the front panel of the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X.

Rear Panel

Description and illustration of the rear panel of the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X.

LEDs

Details on the status lights (LEDs) for power, system status, and activity on the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X.

Network Ports

Information about the Gigabit Ethernet network ports on the rear panel of the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X.

Console Ports

Details on the RJ-45 and Mini USB Type B serial console ports for management access.

Internal and External Flash Storage

Explanation of the internal eUSB flash device and the external USB Type A port for storage.

Solid State Drive

Information about the Solid State Drive (SSD) installed in the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X.

Power Supply Modules

Details on the internal 100-240 V AC power supply for the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X.

Hardware Specifications

Table of physical and hardware specifications for the ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X.

Power Cord Specifications

Details on power cord requirements, supported cords, and country-specific plugs.