Cisco ASA5512-K7 ASA 5512-x with SW 6GbE Data 1GbE Management AC NPE

Overview
The Cisco ASA 5512-x with 6GbE data and 1GbE management interfaces is a high-performance next-generation firewall designed for medium-size enterprises and branch offices. It delivers robust security services, advanced threat protection, and high throughput in a compact, fan-less chassis that can be mounted on a rack or used as a desktop appliance. This model includes an AC power supply and a Network Processing Engine (NPE) for accelerated inspection of traffic, making it ideal for environments that require both speed and deep security inspection.

Key Features

• 6GbE of dedicated data throughput for fast LAN and WAN connections
• 1GbE out-of-band management port for secure remote administration
• Integrated Cisco ASA software with firewalls, VPN, intrusion prevention and advanced malware protection
• Hardware acceleration via NPE for low latency and high session capacity
• Fan-less design for silent operation and reduced maintenance
• AC power supply for reliable power delivery in office environments

Technical Specifications

• Model number: ASA5512-K7
• Maximum firewall throughput: 6 Gbps
• Maximum VPN throughput: 1.2 Gbps
• Maximum concurrent sessions: 500,000
• Interfaces: 6 x 1GbE data ports, 1 x 1GbE management port
• Memory: 4 GB RAM, 8 GB flash storage
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.75 in x 17.5 in x 13.5 in
• Weight: 8 lbs

Typical Applications

• Branch office edge security where high throughput and low latency are required
• Secure VPN gateway for remote workers and site-to-site tunnels
• Data center perimeter protection with integrated intrusion prevention
• Small to medium sized enterprise network segmentation and policy enforcement
• Compliance driven environments that need advanced threat detection and logging