Cisco L-ASA-AC-E-5540 L-ASA-AC-E-5540 License

Overview

The Cisco L-ASA-AC-E-5540 License is a software entitlement that unlocks advanced security capabilities on the ASA 5500 series Adaptive Security Appliance. Designed for enterprise and branch environments, this license enables high performance firewalling, encrypted VPN tunnels, intrusion prevention, and content filtering without requiring additional hardware upgrades. By adding this license to an existing ASA device, organizations can extend protection to critical applications, enforce compliance policies, and simplify management through a single Cisco security platform.

Key Features

• Enables full threat defense including intrusion prevention and advanced malware protection
• Supports site-to-site and remote access VPN with up to 2000 concurrent tunnels
• Provides high availability clustering for uninterrupted service
• Integrates with Cisco Security Manager for centralized policy control
• Unlocks deep packet inspection and application awareness for granular traffic control
• Scales to support up to 1 Gbps of firewall throughput on supported ASA models

Technical Specifications

• License Type: Permanent, per-device entitlement
• Supported Platforms: Cisco ASA 5500 series (model numbers 5540 and compatible variants)
• Maximum VPN Throughput: Up to 1 Gbps
• Concurrent SSL/TLS VPN Sessions: Up to 2000
• Intrusion Prevention Signatures: Updated via Cisco Talos with regular subscription feeds
• Management Interface: CLI, ASDM, and Cisco Security Manager compatibility

Applications

• Enterprise edge security where multiple remote sites need secure site-to-site connectivity
• Branch office protection for small to midsize locations requiring robust firewall and VPN services
• Data center front-end defense that demands high throughput and advanced threat inspection
• Compliance driven environments such as finance, healthcare, and government that must enforce strict security policies
• Service provider networks that deliver secure connectivity as a managed service to customers

This license delivers a cost-effective way to extend the lifespan of existing Cisco ASA hardware while providing the latest in network security functionality. By enabling comprehensive threat protection, encrypted communications, and centralized management, the L-ASA-AC-E-5540 License helps organizations safeguard their digital assets and maintain operational continuity.