Cisco FP8140-STACK-K9 Firewall for Enterprise Network Security

Product Description

The Cisco FP8140-STACK-K9 is a dedicated stacking kit designed for the Cisco FirePOWER 8140 chassis, enabling the integration of multiple units into a single logical firewall cluster. This accessory is intended for enterprise data centers requiring scalable, high-availability network security infrastructure. It facilitates the expansion of FirePOWER 8000 series deployments without additional chassis complexity.

Technical Specifications

• MPN: FP8140-STACK-K9
• Brand: Cisco
• Compatibility: Cisco FirePOWER 8140 Chassis (FP8140-K9)
• Product Type: Stacking kit for firewall chassis
• Series: FirePOWER 8000
• Form Factor: External stacking hardware for 1U chassis

Design Features

• Provides physical and logical interconnection for FirePOWER 8140 units
• Enables high-availability clustering within the 8140 platform
• Engineered for seamless integration with existing FirePOWER 8000 series components
• Compact form factor complements the 1U chassis design
• Supports redundant stacking configurations for fault tolerance

Application Area

Deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale network security operations, the FP8140-STACK-K9 is used to link multiple FirePOWER 8140 appliances, creating a unified security processing pool. This configuration is suitable for environments demanding high throughput, continuous uptime, and simplified management of intrusion prevention and firewall functions. It is typically installed in server racks alongside other network infrastructure for centralized security policy enforcement.