Cisco FP8370-K9 Next-Generation Firewall

Usage Area

The Cisco FirePOWER 8370 Chassis (FP8370-K9) is a high-end network security appliance designed for deployment in large enterprise data centers, service provider environments, and critical infrastructure networks. It serves as a central enforcement point for advanced threat inspection, intrusion prevention, and traffic filtering across high-bandwidth backbone segments. The chassis is intended for organizations requiring scalable, carrier-grade firewall performance with support for future 40Gbps interface upgrades.

Construction Features

• 6U rack-mountable chassis with a modular 5-slot architecture for flexible I/O and security module installation.
• Designed to accommodate 40Gbps-ready line cards, enabling high-density throughput for demanding network environments.
• Hot-swappable components support redundant power and cooling for continuous operation in mission-critical deployments.
• Modular slot layout allows mixing of network modules to match specific traffic inspection and routing requirements.
• Rugged metal enclosure engineered for standard 19-inch server racks with tool-less slide rail compatibility.

Technical Parameters

• Model: Cisco FirePOWER 8370 Chassis
• MPN: FP8370-K9
• Form Factor: 6U rack-mount
• Number of Slots: 5
• Backplane Readiness: 40Gbps capable
• Product Series: Cisco FirePOWER 8000 Series

Standards & Certification

The chassis complies with industry-standard safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements for enterprise IT equipment, including CE marking for the European market. It is designed to meet EN 55032 and EN 55024 emission and immunity standards, ensuring reliable operation in controlled data center environments. The device aligns with Cisco’s internal quality and reliability specifications for high-availability network appliances.