The Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 is an SSL Encryption Module designed for compatible Cisco Content Services Switch (CSS) 11500 Series platforms. It provides hardware-assisted SSL encryption and decryption acceleration, helping offload computationally intensive cryptographic operations from the main switching and application delivery system. This enables efficient processing of encrypted web and application traffic while supporting secure application delivery and traffic management.
Designed for enterprise and data center environments, the Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 helps support secure application access by providing dedicated SSL processing within compatible Cisco CSS infrastructure. Its hardware-assisted architecture is suitable for organizations handling encrypted application traffic and requiring efficient SSL processing alongside existing load-balancing and application delivery capabilities.
The Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 SSL Encryption Module is an ideal solution for secure web application delivery, SSL traffic acceleration, encrypted enterprise application traffic, data center application security, and Cisco CSS 11500 deployments requiring dedicated hardware-based SSL processing.
Product Specifications - Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 SSL Encryption Module
| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 SSL Encryption Module |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
CSS5-SSL-K9 |
| Product Type |
SSL Encryption Module |
| Platform |
Cisco Content Services Switch (CSS) 11500 Series |
| Function |
SSL Encryption and Decryption Acceleration |
| Application |
Secure Application Delivery |
| Processing Type |
Hardware-Assisted Cryptographic Processing |
| Primary Purpose |
Offloads SSL encryption and decryption operations from the main system |
| Network Role |
SSL traffic acceleration and secure application delivery |
| Deployment |
Enterprise and data center environments |
| Traffic Support |
Encrypted web and application traffic |
| Installation |
Designed for compatible Cisco CSS 11500 Series platforms |
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FAQs
Q1. What is the Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9?
The Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 is an SSL Encryption Module designed for compatible Cisco CSS 11500 Series platforms to provide hardware-assisted SSL encryption and decryption processing.
Q2. Who should buy the Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9?
The Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 is ideal for enterprises, data centers, service providers, and organizations maintaining Cisco CSS 11500 infrastructure that requires dedicated SSL processing for secure application delivery.
Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 worth buying?
Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 can provide reliable SSL processing capabilities at a significantly lower cost, making it a practical option for maintaining compatible Cisco CSS 11500 application delivery infrastructure.
Q4. What does the Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 do?
The Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 provides hardware-assisted SSL encryption and decryption, helping offload cryptographic processing and support secure application traffic on compatible Cisco CSS 11500 platforms.
Q5. Which Cisco systems are compatible with the Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9?
The Cisco CSS5-SSL-K9 is designed for compatible Cisco CSS 11500 Series Content Services Switch platforms and should be matched with the supported chassis and software configuration before installation.
