Cisco ASA5520-AIP40-K9 Next-Generation Firewall

Product Description

The Cisco ASA5520-AIP40-K9 is a dedicated enterprise firewall appliance integrating the ASA 5520 platform with the AIP-SSM-40 security services module. Designed for mid-to-large network environments, this unit provides high-availability firewall and intrusion prevention capabilities for mission-critical infrastructure. It includes software, high-availability support, and a 4GE+1FE interface configuration with 3DES/AES encryption.

Technical Specifications

• Model: ASA5520-AIP40-K9
• Firewall Appliance: Cisco ASA 5520
• Security Services Module: AIP-SSM-40
• Encryption: 3DES/AES
• High Availability: Supported (HA)
• Network Interfaces: 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (GE) + 1 x Fast Ethernet (FE)
• Software: Included (SW)

Design Features

• Integrated AIP-SSM-40 module for advanced intrusion prevention and security monitoring.
• Dedicated high-availability support for redundant failover configurations.
• Compact 1U rack-mountable chassis for standard enterprise deployments.
• Separate management and data plane interfaces via FE port.
• Hardware-accelerated 3DES/AES encryption for secure VPN traffic.
• Modular architecture allowing field-replaceable security modules.

Application Area

This firewall is deployed at enterprise network perimeters and data center edges to enforce access control policies, segment internal traffic, and inspect inbound/outbound communications. The AIP-SSM-40 module simultaneously provides deep packet inspection and intrusion prevention, making the unit suitable for environments requiring high throughput with strict security compliance. It is commonly used in financial, government, and large corporate networks where continuous uptime and encrypted data transmission are critical.