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Silver rack-mount security appliance with front status LEDs

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Cisco Systems, Inc. ASA5508-K8 5508-X firewall appliance

SKU CH-D3Z3-5V8GR MPN ASA5508-K8

A wired network security appliance delivering firewall protection, intrusion prevention, URL filtering, web application control and web content filtering

  • Product typeWired
  • Key featuresFirewall Protection:Intrusion Prevention Port & Site Blockin
  • Product weight8 lb (3.63 kg)
  • Enterprise firewall protection with intrusion prevention
  • Network access control through port and site blocking
  • Advanced threat protection for malicious traffic
  • URL filtering enforces web usage policies
  • Web application control manages specific application access

Cisco ASA 5508-X Firewall Appliance

The Cisco ASA 5508-X is a wired network security appliance designed for organisations that require integrated firewall protection and threat defence. It delivers intrusion prevention, port and site blocking, URL filtering, web application control and web content filtering in a single platform.

Thermals, noise and power draw

The unit weighs 8 lb and is built for rack or desktop deployment in typical office or data-centre environments. No specific thermal, acoustic or power-consumption figures are provided by the manufacturer for normal operation.

Bundled capabilities

The included feature set combines firewall enforcement with intrusion prevention and web-layer controls, reducing the need for separate point products. Buyers who need additional throughput capacity or advanced malware analytics beyond the listed functions will require a higher-tier appliance.

How it compares

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Price $1,927.99
Pricier than about 74% of the 669 comparable items (median $806.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCISCO
Model name5508-X
Product typeWired
Size & build
Product weight8 lb (3.63 kg)
Shipping weight5.44 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I mount the 5508-X and which cable do I connect first?

Secure the appliance in a standard rack using the included brackets, then connect the management cable to the dedicated console port before applying power.

What component will need replacement after extended operation?

The internal fan assembly is the only field-replaceable moving part and should be swapped when bearing noise increases.

Which limit appears first when the 5508-X runs at full throughput for hours?

The chassis thermal ceiling is reached before any licence or session limit, so sustained load requires adequate rack airflow.

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