Description
Protect your network with the Cisco ASA5510 Firewall. Secure VPN, intrusion prevention, high throughput, and rackmount design for enterprise-grade security.
Product Features
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Mid-range enterprise firewall with integrated VPN support
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Up to 300 Mbps firewall throughput
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Supports 250,000 concurrent sessions
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IPSec & SSL VPN for secure remote access
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Expansion slots for Security Services Cards (SSCs)
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High Availability (HA) for redundancy and failover
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4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for flexible connectivity
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Rackmount 1U appliance with compact design
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Centralized management via Cisco ASDM & Security Manager
General Product Information
The Cisco ASA5510 Adaptive Security Appliance provides a reliable and scalable solution for network protection, VPN connectivity, and intrusion prevention. Designed for mid-sized businesses and growing enterprises, it combines stateful firewall inspection, secure remote access, and advanced content filtering in a single rackmount device.
Delivering up to 300 Mbps throughput and handling up to 250,000 concurrent sessions, the ASA5510 is built for environments with moderate-to-high traffic loads. With integrated IPSec and SSL VPN support, it enables secure remote access for employees, ensuring business continuity across branch offices and mobile workforces.
Its modular architecture supports Security Services Cards (SSCs), allowing upgrades for intrusion prevention, content filtering, and advanced malware protection. The ASA5510 also supports active/standby failover, providing redundancy and maximum uptime for mission-critical networks.
With intuitive management through Cisco ASDM or Cisco Security Manager, IT teams can easily configure policies, monitor traffic, and deploy consistent security across the enterprise.
Whether securing a corporate office, branch location, or enabling secure VPN access, the Cisco ASA5510 delivers enterprise-class protection at an affordable cost.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
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| Model | Cisco ASA5510 |
| Throughput | Up to 300 Mbps |
| Concurrent Sessions | 250,000+ |
| VPN Support | 250 IPSec VPN peers, SSL VPN (license-based) |
| Expansion Slots | 1x Security Services Card (SSC) slot |
| Interfaces | 4x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| Firewall Features | Stateful inspection, IPS, content security |
| High Availability | Active/Standby failover support |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 1.72” x 16.7” x 14.5” |
| Weight | ~14 lbs |
| Power Supply | Integrated AC (redundant options available) |
| Management | Cisco ASDM, Cisco Security Manager, CLI |
Compatible Products
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Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client
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Cisco Security Manager for centralized management
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Cisco Catalyst switches for LAN integration
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Cisco ISR routers for WAN connectivity
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Compatible with Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi environments
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Works with third-party VPN clients & enterprise applications
Ideal Use Cases
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Corporate offices – enterprise-grade firewall protection
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Branch networks – consistent policies across locations
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Remote workforce – secure VPN access for employees
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Data centers – redundancy with failover support
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Compliance-driven industries (finance, healthcare, education, government)
Comparison Angle
The Cisco ASA5510 stands between entry-level ASA5505 units and higher-performance ASA5520/5540 appliances. Compared to smaller models, it offers greater throughput, more concurrent sessions, and scalability with SSC modules, while still being cost-effective. Unlike competing firewalls, the ASA5510 integrates VPN, firewall, and intrusion prevention in one reliable platform with Cisco’s proven ecosystem support.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Cisco ASA5520 / ASA5540 Firewalls – higher performance options
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Cisco AnyConnect Licenses – expand VPN user capacity
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Cisco Catalyst Switches – enterprise LAN integration
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Cisco SMARTnet Support – extended warranty & technical support
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Rackmount kits, rails, & power accessories