Cisco WS-SVC-ASASM1B-K9 ASA Services Module for Catalyst 6500-E

Overview
The Cisco WS-SVC-ASASM1B-K9 ASA Services Module for Catalyst 6500-E brings advanced security and VPN capabilities directly to a high-performance chassis. Designed to integrate seamlessly with Cisco Catalyst 6500 series switches, this module enables organizations to consolidate routing, switching, and security functions in a single platform, simplifying management and reducing total cost of ownership.

Key Features

• Full ASA firewall services with stateful inspection and intrusion prevention
• Support for site-to-site and remote access VPN using IPsec and SSL
• Integrated with Catalyst 6500-E chassis for shared power, cooling and management
• High availability with failover and redundancy options
• Centralized policy management via Cisco Security Manager or Cisco ASA software
• Scalable throughput up to 1 Gbps per module

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: WS-SVC-ASASM1B-K9
• Form factor: 1RU service module for Catalyst 6500-E
• Interfaces: 2 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports (RJ45)
• Power consumption: 70 Watts typical
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Supported Cisco IOS releases: 12.2(33)SG and later
• Software licensing: ASA Base license included, optional security subscriptions available

Applications

• Enterprise edge security where a unified switching and firewall solution is required
• Branch office deployments that need reliable VPN connectivity to headquarters
• Data center environments that demand high-performance inspection of traffic without adding separate appliances
• Organizations seeking to simplify network architecture while maintaining robust security policies

With the Cisco ASA Services Module for Catalyst 6500-E, you get a powerful, integrated security engine that protects your network, accelerates VPN performance, and streamlines operations-all within the familiar Cisco chassis you already trust.