The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 is a Firewall Services Module (FWSM) designed for compatible Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series and Cisco 7600 Series platforms. It provides integrated, high-performance firewall protection within the switching infrastructure, enabling organizations to inspect, filter, and control network traffic without deploying a separate physical firewall appliance. Its modular architecture makes it suitable for enterprise and data center security environments.
The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 supports essential security capabilities including stateful firewall inspection, access control policies, traffic filtering, Network Address Translation (NAT), and VPN services, depending on the supported software configuration. By integrating firewall functionality directly into compatible Cisco chassis, it enables centralized security enforcement and network segmentation while helping organizations utilize their existing infrastructure.
The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Firewall Services Module is an ideal solution for enterprise network security, data center firewall deployments, internal network segmentation, secure traffic filtering, and legacy Cisco Catalyst 6500 security infrastructure. It provides a practical integrated firewall solution for organizations maintaining compatible Cisco switching environments.
Product Specifications - Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Firewall Services Module
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| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Firewall Services Module |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 |
| Product Type |
Firewall Services Module (FWSM) |
| Platform |
Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series / Cisco 7600 Series |
| Function |
Integrated Network Firewall |
| Security |
Stateful Firewall Inspection and Access Control |
| Firewall Architecture |
Stateful packet inspection |
| Traffic Filtering |
Supported |
| Access Control |
Supported |
| Network Address Translation (NAT) |
Supported |
| VPN Services |
Supported, depending on software configuration |
| Deployment |
Integrated within compatible Catalyst 6500 and Cisco 7600 platforms |
| Primary Application |
Enterprise network firewall and traffic security |
| Network Segmentation |
Supported |
| Management |
Centralized security enforcement through the host switching infrastructure |
| Installation |
Modular chassis-based service module |
| Use Cases |
Enterprise security, data center firewall deployments, internal network segmentation, secure traffic filtering, and legacy firewall infrastructure |
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FAQs
Q1. What is the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9?
The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 is a Firewall Services Module (FWSM) designed to provide integrated firewall protection and traffic security within compatible Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series and Cisco 7600 Series platforms.
Q2. Who should buy the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9?
The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 is ideal for enterprises, data centers, government organizations, service providers, and businesses maintaining compatible Cisco Catalyst 6500 infrastructure requiring integrated firewall capabilities.
Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 worth buying?
Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 can provide integrated enterprise firewall functionality at a significantly lower cost, making it a practical option for maintaining compatible legacy Cisco infrastructure.
Q4. What security features does the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 provide?
The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 provides security capabilities including stateful firewall inspection, access control, traffic filtering, and Network Address Translation (NAT), depending on the installed software and configuration.
Q5. Which Cisco platforms are compatible with the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9?
The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 is designed for compatible Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches and Cisco 7600 Series routers, where it integrates directly into the chassis as a service module.
