Cisco ASA 5500 ASA5585 Cisco ASA firewall / appliance

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Security

SKU: CSC-ASA5585 | Part #: ASA5585 | MPN: ASA5585

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About the Cisco ASA 5500 ASA5585 Cisco ASA firewall / appliance

The Cisco ASA5585 is a 2U rack-mount firewall appliance featuring dual chassis slots to accommodate a base Security Services Processor module and an optional additional SSP or FirePOWER module for enhanced threat protection. Network interfaces are dependent on the installed SSP module and support industry-standard SFP, SFP+, and 10GbE connectivity options, enabling flexible deployment in diverse enterprise network topologies.

Built on the Cisco ASA 5500-X Series platform and running Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) OS, the ASA5585 delivers carrier-grade security for organizations requiring high-performance threat prevention, advanced VPN capabilities, and multi-tenant isolation. IT network engineers and security operations teams benefit from up to 250 virtual firewalls (security contexts), active/active and active/standby high-availability modes, and clustering support to ensure continuous threat defense across mission-critical infrastructures. The appliance integrates Cisco Talos threat intelligence, supports redundant power supply configurations, and holds industry certifications including Common Criteria EAL4+, FIPS 140-2, and ICSA Firewall compliance.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer Part Number: ASA5585
  • Product Series: Cisco ASA 5500-X Series
  • Form Factor: 2U rack-mount chassis
  • Firewall Throughput: Up to 40 Gbps (chassis-dependent on SSP module installed)
  • VPN Throughput (3DES/AES): Up to 10 Gbps (SSP60 module)
  • Maximum Concurrent Connections: Up to 10,000,000 (SSP60)
  • Maximum VPN Peers: Up to 10,000 simultaneous IPsec/SSL VPN sessions (SSP60)
  • Security Contexts: Up to 250 (with licence)
  • High Availability: Active/Active and Active/Standby; clustering supported
  • Compliance: Common Criteria EAL4+, FIPS 140-2, ICSA Firewall

For detailed configuration options and enterprise deployment planning, contact Omnixon Global to submit a Request for Quote (RFQ).

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Security
SKUCSC-ASA5585
Part NumberASA5585
ConditionNew
Form FactorRack-Mount
Manufacturer Part NumberASA5585
Product SeriesCisco ASA 5500-X Series
Product LineCisco ASA 5585-X
Form Factor2U rack-mount chassis
Chassis Slots2 (one for base Security Services Processor, one for additional SSP or FirePOWER module)
Operating SystemCisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) OS
Firewall ThroughputUp to 40 Gbps (chassis-dependent on SSP module installed)
VPN Throughput (3DES/AES)Up to 10 Gbps (SSP60 module)
Maximum VPN PeersUp to 10,000 simultaneous IPsec/SSL VPN sessions (SSP60)
Maximum Concurrent ConnectionsUp to 10,000,000 (SSP60)
Maximum New Connections per SecondUp to 300,000 (SSP60)
Security Contexts (Virtual Firewalls)Up to 250 (with licence)
High AvailabilityActive/Active and Active/Standby; clustering supported
Network InterfacesDependent on SSP module; supports SFP, SFP+, and 10GbE interfaces
Supported VPN TypesIPsec IKEv1/IKEv2, SSL/TLS (AnyConnect), Clientless SSL VPN
Threat Intelligence IntegrationCisco Talos
Management InterfacesCisco ASDM (GUI), Cisco Security Manager, CLI (SSH/Console)
Redundant Power SupplySupported (dual power supply option)
Compliance and CertificationsCommon Criteria EAL4+, FIPS 140-2, ICSA Firewall

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco ASA 5500 ASA5585 Cisco ASA firewall / appliance

What does the Cisco ASA 5500 ASA5585 Cisco ASA firewall / appliance do?

The Cisco ASA 5500 ASA5585 Cisco ASA firewall / appliance is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.

Is the Cisco ASA 5500 ASA5585 Cisco ASA firewall / appliance compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco ASA 5500 ASA5585 Cisco ASA firewall / appliance interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.