Cisco ASA5510-AIP20SP-K8 Firewall with Advanced Inspection and VPN

Equipment Overview

The Cisco ASA5510-AIP20SP-K8 is a security appliance from the Cisco ASA 5510 series, designed for enterprise network perimeter protection. It integrates the ASA 5510 firewall platform with the AIP-SSM-20 intrusion prevention module, providing unified threat management capabilities. The unit is equipped with five Fast Ethernet (5FE) ports and supports DES encryption, operating with the Security Plus license for enhanced throughput and redundancy. This appliance is intended for deployment in local area network (LAN) environments to enforce access control policies and monitor network traffic for malicious activity.

Main Parameters

• Model: ASA5510-AIP20SP-K8
• Form Factor: ASA 5510 Appliance with AIP-SSM-20 module
• Encryption: DES (Data Encryption Standard)
• Interfaces: 5 x Fast Ethernet (5FE)
• License: Security Plus (SEC PLUS)
• Software: Included, with intrusion prevention functionality
• Series: Cisco ASA 5510

Key Advantages

This model is selected for enterprise projects requiring an integrated firewall and intrusion prevention solution within a single chassis. The inclusion of the AIP-SSM-20 module offloads deep packet inspection tasks, preserving firewall performance for core routing and access rules. The Security Plus license enables higher throughput and support for active/standby high availability, making it suitable for critical network segments. The DES encryption capability ensures baseline confidentiality for VPN traffic without additional hardware.

Compatibility & Integration

The appliance supports standard Ethernet networking via its five Fast Ethernet interfaces, allowing direct connection to LAN switches and routers. It operates within the Cisco ASA 5510 hardware family, sharing common management interfaces and software architecture with other ASA 5510 models. The device is compatible with IPv4/IPv6 network environments and can be integrated into existing security infrastructures using standard firewall and IPS deployment models.