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ASA5500-SC-5 Overview
ASA5500-SC-5-ASA5500-SC-5 ASA 5500 5 Security Contexts License is a software license designed specifically for enhancing network security by enabling up to five distinct security contexts on the ASA 5500 appliance. It falls under the Security software category and is distributed via digital delivery with an online activation process.
This perpetual, lifetime license is intended for enterprise and IT administration use, ensuring compatibility with dedicated network security platforms. Optimized for single-device deployment, it is ideal for SMBs and large enterprises that require rigorous security management without the complexity of additional user or device restrictions.
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ASA5500-SC-5 Specifications
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Product Type
- Software License
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- User Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- N/A
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Language Support
- English
- License Type
- Perpetual
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Renewable
- N/A
- Support Included
- Yes
- Delivery Method
- Email Delivery
- Software Category
- Security
- Product Name
- ASA5500-SC-5-ASA5500-SC-5 ASA 5500 5 Security Contexts License
ASA5500-SC-5 Use Case
Multi-Tenant Firewall Deployment for Managed Service Providers
In a managed service provider scenario, the ASA5500-SC-5 ASA 5500 5 Security Contexts License enables five fully isolated firewall contexts on a single ASA 5500 appliance to segregate customer networks with distinct policies. Benefit: consolidated hardware lowers CAPEX by up to 60%, simplifies multi-tenant management and delivers strict SLA-driven network isolation.
PCI DSS Compliance via DMZ and Internal Network Segmentation
A financial services firm leverages the ASA5500-SC-5 ASA 5500 5 Security Contexts License to create separate security contexts for its DMZ, cardholder data environment and internal corporate LAN. Benefit: granular, context-specific policy enforcement meets PCI DSS requirements, reduces audit scope and minimizes the risk of lateral data breaches.
Hybrid Cloud Workload Isolation and Secure Connectivity
An enterprise employs the ASA5500-SC-5 ASA 5500 5 Security Contexts License to provision dedicated contexts for production, development and testing, each with its own Site-to-Site VPN into AWS. Benefit: consistent security posture across on-premises and cloud, strict environment isolation, streamlined change controls and zero additional firewall hardware.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| ASA5500-SC-5 |  ASA5540-BOT-1YR |  L-ASA-SC-50= |  L-ASA5550-BOT-1YR= |  L-ASA5540-BOT-1YR= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Security | Security | Security | Security | Security |
| License Type | Perpetual | Subscription | Perpetual | Subscription | Subscription |
| License Duration | Lifetime | 1 Year | Lifetime | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | 50 Users | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | 1 Device | N/A | 1 Device | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | N/A | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Email Delivery | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | N/A | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | ASA5500-SC-5-ASA5500-SC-5 ASA 5500 5 Security Contexts License | ASA5540-BOT-1YR-Cisco ASA 5500 License ASA5540-BOT-1YR ASA 5540 Botnet Traffic Filter License for 1 Year | L-ASA-SC-50=-ASA5500 50SECURITY CONTEXTS LICS | L-ASA5550-BOT-1YR=-1YR ASA 5550 BOTNET TRAFFIC FILTER LICENSE | L-ASA5540-BOT-1YR=-1YR ASA 5540 BOTNET TRAFFIC FILTER LICENSE |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | N/A | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kara Nash
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Compact, easy to manage, and efficient.
L
Liam Frost
4
Smooth deployment with minimal downtime.
M
Maya Hayes
5
Reliable and enterprise-ready for small ASA networks.
N
Nolan Barrett
5
Maintains consistent performance and security.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco ASA5500-SC-5 license?
The ASA5500-SC-5 is a software license that enables up to five security contexts on Cisco ASA 5500 series appliances, allowing multiple virtual firewalls on a single device.
Which ASA models support the ASA5500-SC-5 license?
The license is compatible with Cisco ASA 5500 and ASA 5500-X series platforms that support security contexts, including ASA 5510, 5520, 5540, 5550 and their X variants.
How do security contexts benefit my network?
Security contexts isolate traffic and policies by tenant or department, improving segmentation, governance and resource utilization without additional hardware.
How do I activate the ASA5500-SC-5 license?
After purchasing, apply the activation key in the ASA CLI under ‘license activation’, then reboot the appliance to enable five security contexts.
Can I upgrade from fewer contexts to ASA5500-SC-5?
Yes. Simply order the ASA5500-SC-5 license upgrade, apply the new activation key, and reboot your ASA to expand from 2 or 3 contexts to 5.
Do I need a support contract for the ASA5500-SC-5 license?
While the license itself does not include support, Cisco SMARTnet or equivalent maintenance is recommended for updates, technical assistance and hardware replacement.
How long is the ASA5500-SC-5 license term?
The ASA5500-SC-5 license is perpetual; once activated, it remains valid for the life of the appliance.
Is software version 9.x required for ASA5500-SC-5?
Cisco ASA software 8.3 and later supports security contexts; version 9.x is recommended for full feature compatibility and improved performance.
Can I migrate existing contexts when I install ASA5500-SC-5?
Yes. Use the ‘context-export’ and ‘context-import’ CLI commands to back up and restore configuration across license upgrades without service interruption.
Does ASA5500-SC-5 impact firewall throughput?
Enabling multiple contexts may introduce marginal CPU overhead, but ASA 5500 series devices are engineered to maintain line-rate performance under normal workloads.
How is billing handled for the ASA5500-SC-5 license?
The license is billed as a one-time, perpetual purchase; maintenance and support are billed separately on an annual basis if selected.
Can I transfer the ASA5500-SC-5 license to another ASA?
Yes, Cisco’s license portability policy allows one-time transfer to a new ASA appliance by deactivating the old license and reactivating the key on the new device.
What security features remain per context after licensing?
Each context retains full ASA feature set—NAT, VPN, access control, IDS/IPS, and advanced malware protection—subject to platform resource limits.
How many contexts come by default on an ASA without ASA5500-SC-5?
By default, ASA 5500 and 5500-X series devices support a single security context; additional contexts require upgrade licenses like ASA5500-SC-5.
Where can I purchase the ASA5500-SC-5 license?
Authorized Cisco partners, resellers or the Cisco Commerce website offer the ASA5500-SC-5 license with official support and fulfillment.
What documentation is available for configuring multiple contexts?
Cisco’s official Configuration Guide for ASA 8.4+ includes step-by-step procedures for context creation, policy assignment and resource allocation.