The Cisco ASA5515-IPS-K9 Firewall Appliance is a next-generation security solution from the Cisco ASA 5500-X Series, designed to provide robust protection for small to medium-sized enterprise networks. Combining firewall, VPN, and Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) capabilities, it delivers comprehensive security and reliable performance for modern business environments.
With an integrated IPS engine, the ASA5515-IPS-K9 enables real-time threat detection and deep packet inspection, helping prevent intrusions, malware, and network attacks before they impact operations. Its firewall throughput of up to 1.2 Gbps ensures efficient traffic handling while maintaining strong security enforcement.
The appliance features 6 Gigabit Ethernet ports and a dedicated management interface, offering flexible deployment options for branch offices and enterprise edge networks. It supports up to 250 IPsec VPN peers and SSL VPN, enabling secure remote access and site-to-site connectivity.
Powered by Cisco ASA OS, the device delivers advanced Layer 3–7 security services, including firewall protection, NAT, application inspection, and traffic control. With support for AES and 3DES encryption, it ensures secure data transmission across networks.
Designed for reliability, the ASA5515-IPS-K9 supports high availability with Active/Standby failover, ensuring continuous network protection. Its compact 1RU rack-mountable form factor makes it suitable for space-efficient deployments.
Ideal for branch office security, VPN deployments, WAN edge protection, and intrusion prevention, the Cisco ASA5515-IPS-K9 provides a scalable, secure, and cost-effective solution for safeguarding enterprise networks.
Product Specifications - Cisco ASA5515-IPS-K9 ASA 5500-X Series Firewall with IPS
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| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Cisco ASA5515-IPS-K9 Firewall Appliance with IPS |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
ASA5515-IPS-K9 |
| Product Series |
Cisco ASA 5500-X Series |
| Product Type |
Firewall / Security Appliance (IPS Edition) |
| Firewall Throughput |
Up to 1.2 Gbps |
| IPS Throughput |
Up to 400 Mbps |
| Interfaces |
6 × Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) + 1 × Management port |
| USB Ports |
2 × USB 2.0 |
| Console Ports |
RJ-45 and Mini-USB console |
| VPN Support |
Up to 250 IPsec VPN peers |
| SSL VPN |
Supported |
| Encryption |
3DES, AES |
| Concurrent Sessions |
Up to 250,000 |
| New Connections per Second |
Up to ~15,000 |
| Security Features |
Stateful firewall, IPS, application inspection |
| Intrusion Prevention |
Integrated IPS with deep packet inspection |
| Threat Protection |
Malware and intrusion detection/prevention |
| Layer Support |
Layer 3–7 security services |
| High Availability |
Active/Standby failover |
| Failover |
Stateful failover support |
| Operating System |
Cisco ASA OS |
| Management |
CLI, ASDM (Adaptive Security Device Manager), SNMP |
| Logging & Monitoring |
Syslog, NetFlow |
| QoS Support |
Traffic prioritization and shaping |
| NAT Support |
Dynamic NAT, PAT |
| VLAN Support |
802.1Q VLAN trunking |
| Form Factor |
1 Rack Unit (1RU), rack-mountable |
| Power Supply |
Internal AC power supply |
| Cooling |
Internal fans |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 40°C |
| Deployment Type |
Enterprise edge, branch security |
| Application |
Firewall, VPN, IPS, WAN edge protection |
| Scalability |
License-based feature upgrades |
| Reliability |
Designed for continuous operation |
| Condition |
New / Cisco Certified |
| Use Cases |
Branch firewall, VPN, intrusion prevention, perimeter security |
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FAQs
Q1. What does the IPS edition include?
It includes an integrated Intrusion Prevention System for detecting and blocking threats in real time.
Q2. How many ports are available?
It has 6 Gigabit Ethernet data ports and 1 management port.
Q3. Is this suitable for enterprise use?
Yes, it is ideal for small to medium enterprise networks.
Q4. Does it support VPN connectivity?
Yes, it supports IPsec VPN with up to 250 peers.
Q5. What is the firewall throughput?
It delivers up to 1.2 Gbps firewall throughput.
