Cisco ASA5516-FPWR-K8 Firewall with FirePOWER Services, 8GE, AC

• Enterprise internet-edge security
• Branch-office firewall deployment
• Campus network protection
• Secure internet gateway
• Network segmentation
• Site-to-site VPN connectivity
• Remote-access VPN
• Data-center edge protection
• Small and medium enterprise security
• Security appliance replacement projects

• Cisco ASA 5516-X platform - Provides an enterprise firewall foundation for organizations requiring centralized network security.
• FirePOWER Services capability - Enables security inspection capabilities on the ASA 5516-X platform when the appropriate software and licensing are deployed.
• 8 integrated Gigabit Ethernet data ports - Provides multiple network interfaces for WAN, LAN, DMZ and security-zone connectivity.
• 1 Gigabit Ethernet management interface - Separates management connectivity from the primary data interfaces for easier administration.
• AC power configuration - Fits standard AC-powered enterprise infrastructure.
• 1RU rack-mount form factor - Conserves rack space while providing a dedicated enterprise security appliance.
• ASA firewall architecture - Provides stateful firewall capabilities for controlling traffic between trusted and untrusted network zones.
• VPN capability - Supports secure connectivity for distributed offices and remote users when appropriately licensed and configured.
• Dedicated management connectivity - Helps administrators isolate device-management traffic from production traffic.
• DES cryptographic configuration - This specific K8 SKU is identified by Cisco as the DES version; buyers requiring 3DES/AES should evaluate the corresponding K9 configuration.
• Compact enterprise deployment - Provides a practical security platform where a 1RU appliance and eight Gigabit Ethernet interfaces match network requirements.

• Brand: Cisco
• Product Family: Cisco ASA 5500-X Series
• Model: ASA 5516-X
• Product Type: Enterprise firewall / security appliance
• SKU: ASA5516-FPWR-K8
• Security Platform: ASA 5516-X with FirePOWER Services
• Data Interfaces: 8 × Gigabit Ethernet
• Management Interface: 1 × Gigabit Ethernet
• Integrated Data I/O: 8 × 1GE
• Form Factor: 1RU rack-mountable
• Rack Compatibility: 19-inch rack
• Power: AC
• Encryption Configuration: DES
• FirePOWER Services: Supported configuration
• Firewall Function: Stateful firewall
• VPN: Supported, subject to software/licensing
• Management: Dedicated Gigabit Ethernet management interface
• Console Connectivity: Serial/USB management options
• USB: Supported
• Compatibility: ASA 5516-X platform
• Software Requirement: Compatible ASA/FirePOWER software
• Licensing Requirement: Verify required security and VPN licenses
• Procurement Check: Verify software, licensing, cables, rack kit and power requirements

Why Choose This Product?

• 8GE interface density - Provides multiple physical connections for enterprise network zones without immediately requiring additional interface hardware.
• Dedicated management port - Helps keep administrative traffic separate from production interfaces.
• 1RU design - Uses only one rack unit, supporting efficient data-center and network-room deployment.
• FirePOWER capability - Provides a platform for enhanced security inspection where the required software and licenses are available.
• VPN-ready architecture - Supports secure connectivity requirements for distributed organizations.
• Established ASA platform - Fits environments already standardized on Cisco ASA security infrastructure.
• Clear SKU differentiation - The K8 designation identifies the DES configuration, helping procurement teams distinguish it from the K9 3DES/AES version.
• Lifecycle-aware procurement - Existing ASA 5516-X deployments may benefit from a like-for-like replacement strategy, while new deployments should consider Cisco's published lifecycle information.