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ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9
Cisco ASA 5500 Processor ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 ASA 5585-X IPS Sec...
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ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 is a dedicated Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) card module engineered for integration with Cisco ASA security appliances. Designed to deliver advanced threat detection and real-time security analytics, it supports data rates of up to 40Gbps, making it suitable for high-speed network environments. The module is built with a modular form factor that allows for seamless installation into compatible chassis, ensuring efficient performance and quick deployment.
This IPS card supports key security protocols such as TCP/IP and IPsec, providing robust protection against emerging network threats. It is ideally used in environments that require enhanced data center defense, network security upgrades, and the expansion of high-speed network infrastructures. With a plug‐and‐play design and compatibility primarily with Cisco ASA platforms, ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 is optimized to safeguard enterprise networks without adding unnecessary complexity.
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In a global enterprise data center, IT teams deploy the Cisco ASA 5585-X with the ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 module to inspect north-south and east-west traffic at wire-speed. By integrating 6 x 10 GbE and 4 SFP+ ports, the solution blocks zero-day exploits and malware in real time without introducing latency. Outcome: 40 Gbps of sustained intrusion prevention ensures uninterrupted business operations, maximizes SLA compliance and elevates security posture against advanced persistent threats.
A nationwide retail chain implements the ASA 5585-X with ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 in each regional datacenter to satisfy PCI-DSS requirements. The IPS40-K9 module enforces signature-based, anomaly-based and protocol-decode inspection on POS transaction streams over 6 Gigabit Ethernet links, while 4 SFP+ ports handle backup replication. Outcome: centralized policy management delivers end-to-end encryption, real-time intrusion alerts and audit-ready logs, reducing compliance overhead by 60% and preventing transactional data breaches.
A Tier-1 service provider integrates the ASA 5585-X with ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 at its peering and customer edge routers to secure multi-tenant VLANs. Leveraging 6 x 10 GbE uplinks and 4 SFP+ ports for dark-fiber connectivity, the IPS40-K9 module inspects millions of flows concurrently, automatically throttles volumetric attacks and quarantines malicious sessions. Outcome: scalable edge defense delivers 99.999% uptime, reduces false positives by 45%, and enhances customer SLAs with real-time threat intelligence.
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| Product Type | Network Security Module | Network Module / Network Card | Intrusion Prevention System | Intrusion Prevention System Module | Network Module |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, IPsec | TCP/IP, IPsec | TCP/IP / IPSec | TCP/IP | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | Modular | PCIe | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Compatibility | Cisco ASA Appliances | Cisco ASA Series | Cisco ASA Series | Cisco ASA platforms | Cisco ASA 5580 Series |
| Supported Features | Advanced Threat Prevention, Real-time Security Monitoring | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Intrusion Prevention / Threat Mitigation / Deep Packet Inspection | Real-Time Intrusion Prevention, Automated Signature Updates | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Product Name | ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 | ASA-AIP-10-INC-K9 | ASA-IPS-20-INC-K9 | ASA-SSP-IPS60-K9 | Cisco ASA5580-4GE-CU |
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The ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 offers outstanding performance with 6GE and 4SFP+ ports. It's an ideal solution for handling larger volumes of traffic while maintaining security.
We upgraded to the ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9, and it's been a game-changer. It provides faster, more efficient security processing for our growing network needs.
This IPS processor has exceeded our expectations. It's reliable, powerful, and handles high-bandwidth applications without affecting network performance.
The ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 provides superior threat protection for our network. Its speed and reliability ensure that our security infrastructure remains top-tier.
This processor has been essential in enhancing our network security. It delivers excellent performance while maintaining protection against evolving threats.
The Cisco ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 is a hardware acceleration module for the ASA 5585-X platform that delivers inline intrusion prevention across 6 Gigabit Ethernet and 4 SFP+ ports.
The ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 is compatible exclusively with Cisco ASA 5585-X chassis in Performance Levels 1 and 2, enabling IPS functionality without additional hardware modifications.
The IPS40-K9 module provides six 10/100/1000 Mbps copper Gigabit Ethernet ports and four 1/10 Gbps SFP+ fiber ports for flexible network deployment.
With signature-based scanning and hardware acceleration, the ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 delivers up to 40 Gbps of sustained IPS throughput under real-world traffic conditions.
Yes, the module supports hot-swap insertion and removal, ensuring zero downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
Power down the ASA 5585-X, slide the ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 into an available SSP slot, secure the latch, then power up the appliance to auto-detect the module.
You need a valid Cisco Security Services license for Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) on the ASA 5585-X platform to activate the ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9.
The IPS engine leverages Cisco Talos threat intelligence, delivering real-time signature updates and advanced malware sandboxing.
Manage the module via Cisco ASA Software CLI, ASDM or centralized Cisco Defense Orchestrator for policy configuration, monitoring, and report generation.
Yes, the ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 supports Active/Standby failover on ASA 5585-X chassis to ensure continuous protection and minimal service interruption.
The ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 consumes up to 110 W and operates between 0°C to 40°C with front-to-back airflow in a standard 19-inch rack.
By offloading signature scanning to dedicated hardware, you gain up to 50% lower latency and up to 40 Gbps of IPS inspection without degrading firewall performance.
Yes, ASA 5585-X supports mixed SSP modules—such as firewall, VPN and IPS processors—within available slots to tailor throughput and services.
Cisco Talos publishes IPS signature updates multiple times daily to ensure immediate protection against emerging threats and zero-day exploits.
Cisco SMARTnet contracts provide 24×7 hardware replacement, software updates and access to Cisco TAC for troubleshooting the ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9.
Use the ASA CLI command `show module` or ASDM’s device dashboard to confirm the ASA-SSP-IPS40-K9 is online, licensed and processing traffic.
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