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ASA5585-S40-K8 Overview
ASA5585-S40-K8 is a high-performance, rack-mounted firewall appliance engineered for enterprise and branch office environments. It delivers robust throughput capacity with multiple port configurations—including LAN, WAN, and SFP interfaces—to support demanding network traffic while featuring redundant AC power supplies for continuous operation. Its integrated security services include IPS, antivirus, web filtering, and VPN support for comprehensive threat protection.
ASA5585-S40-K8 is designed for scalable deployment, offering high availability through active-passive clustering configurations and centralized management via CLI, GUI, and cloud-based tools. Optimized for secure access and unified threat management, it is ideally suited for environments that demand high throughput, advanced security features, and flexible connectivity options.
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ASA5585-S40-K8 Specifications
- Product Type
- Firewall Appliance
- Architecture
- Rack-mount
- Deployment Type
- Enterprise / Branch Office
- Use Case
- VPN / Secure Access / UTM
- Firewall Layer Supported
- Layer 7
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Firewall Throughput
- 40 Gbps
- Threat Protection Throughput
- 20 Gbps
- IPS Throughput
- 8 Gbps
- VPN Throughput
- 10 Gbps
- Supported Applications
- 50
- Centralized Configuration & Reporting
- Yes
- Feature
- High Availability, Scalability
- Concurrent Sessions
- 2000000
- Maximum Concurrent Sessions
- 2000000
- Users/Nodes
- Unlimited
- Integrated I/O
- 8
- New Sessions Per Second
- 50000
- Supported VPN Types
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Routing Protocols Supported
- OSPF / BGP / Static Routing
- Security Services
- Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN
- High Availability
- Active-Passive
- Interfaces
- RJ-45 / SFP
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 8 LAN Ports
- Switch Ports
- Yes
- POE Ports
- No
- Management Options
- Cloud / CLI / GUI / Centralized / REST API / SNMP
- Logging & Monitoring
- Built-in / Syslog / Cloud Logging
- Firewall Policies Supported
- 500
- Users Supported
- Unlimited
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Flash Storage
- 128 GB
- Expansion Slots
- SFP
- Form Factor
- 1 RU
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Device Type
- NGFW
- Product Name
- ASA5585-S40-K8
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 15 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
ASA5585-S40-K8 Use Case
Enterprise Data Center Perimeter Firewall with ASA5585-S40-K8-ASA 5585-X Chassis
A global financial services firm consolidates legacy edge devices into an ASA5585-S40-K8-ASA 5585-X chassis with SSP40, 6×GE, 4×SFP+, 2×GE management and DES. This deployment secures north-south and east-west traffic at up to 40 Gbps, enforces advanced threat insertion and URL filtering, and delivers 99.999% availability. Benefit: centralized policy management, sub-millisecond latency, and full PCI DSS compliance for critical customer data.
MSSP High-Performance Multi-Tenant Security Edge
A leading managed security service provider deploys the ASA5585-S40-K8-ASA 5585-X chassis with SSP40 module to host virtualized firewalls for over 150 SMB clients. Leveraging 4 SFP+ ports for high-speed tenant isolation and 2 GE management interfaces for streamlined orchestration, the MSSP achieves rapid provisioning and role-based access control. Benefit: scalable throughput of 40 Gbps per tenant, automated SLA reporting, and reduced operational expenditure.
Hybrid Cloud Data Center Interconnect and Enhanced IPsec VPN
A multinational retail chain uses ASA5585-S40-K8-ASA 5585-X with SSP40 in its primary data center to terminate encrypted IPsec tunnels to AWS and Azure. The chassis’s 6 GE and 4 SFP+ ports deliver dedicated high-speed links for order processing and inventory systems, while DES licensing enforces centralized threat inspection. Benefit: secure 40 Gbps hybrid-cloud connectivity, consistent policy enforcement across environments, and full GDPR and PCI DSS adherence.
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Product Comparison Table 
| ASA5585-S40-K8 |  ASA5585-S60-2A-K9 |  ASA5555-K9 |  ASA5585-S20-K7 |  ASA5555-CU-2AC-K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Centralized Configuration & Reporting | Yes | Centralized | Cisco Adaptive Security Device Manager | Yes | Yes |
| Concurrent Sessions | 2000000 | 600,000 | 500000 | 2 Million | 500000 |
| Deployment Type | Enterprise / Branch Office | Enterprise | Enterprise / Branch Office | Enterprise / Data Center / Branch Office | Enterprise / Branch Office |
| Depth | 15 inches | N/A | 18 inches | 17 inches | 18.5 inches |
| Device Type | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW |
| Expansion Slots | SFP | N/A | SFP | SFP | SFP |
| Feature | High Availability, Scalability | Next-Generation Firewall | High Availability | Comprehensive threat intelligence integration | High Performance, Scalable, and Clustering Options |
| Firewall Layer Supported | Layer 7 | Layer 3 / Layer 4 / Layer 7 | Layer 3 / Layer 4 / Layer 7 | Layer 3 / Layer 7 | Layer 3 / Layer 4 / Layer 7 |
| Firewall Policies Supported | 500 | N/A | 1000 | 500 | 200 |
| Firewall Throughput | 40 Gbps | 60 Gbps | 7 Gbps | 20 Gbps | 5 Gbps |
| Flash Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Form Factor | 1 RU | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | 2 RU | 1 RU |
| Height | 1.75 inches | N/A | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 1.8 inches |
| High Availability | Active-Passive | Active-Passive | Active-Passive | Active-Passive | Active-Passive |
| IPS Throughput | 8 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 2 Gbps |
| Integrated I/O | 8 | N/A | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Interfaces | RJ-45 / SFP | SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | N/A | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Logging & Monitoring | Built-in / Syslog / Cloud Logging | Built-in | Built-in / Syslog | Built-in / Syslog / Cloud Logging | Built-in |
| Management Options | Cloud / CLI / GUI / Centralized / REST API / SNMP | CLI / GUI / Centralized / SNMP | CLI / GUI / SNMP | Cloud / CLI / GUI / SNMP | Cloud / CLI / GUI / Centralized / REST API / SNMP |
| Maximum Concurrent Sessions | 2000000 | 600,000 | 1000000 | 2.5 Million | 1000000 |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| New Sessions Per Second | 50000 | 60000 | 50000 | 50,000 | 20000 |
| POE Ports | No | No | No | No | No |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | ASA5585-S40-K8 | ASA5585-S60-2A-K9 | Cisco ASA5555-K9 Adaptive Security Appliance | ASA5585-S20-K7 | ASA5555-CU-2AC-K9 |
| Product Type | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 2 RU | 2 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Routing Protocols Supported | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing |
| Security Services | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN |
| Supported Applications | 50 | N/A | 50 | 500 | 250 |
| Supported VPN Types | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / L2TP |
| Switch Ports | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 20 Gbps | N/A | 3 Gbps | 15 Gbps | 3 Gbps |
| Use Case | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM |
| Users Supported | Unlimited | N/A | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Users/Nodes | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| VPN Throughput | 10 Gbps | 40 Gbps | 1.5 Gbps | 5 Gbps | 1.5 Gbps |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | N/A | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 25 lbs | N/A | 40 lbs | 35 lbs | 20 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.3 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
Z
Zachary Carter
5
Quick and easy deployment.
A
Amelia Barrett
4
Handles medium enterprise traffic reliably.
B
Bryson Lane
4
Professional-grade appliance with minimal maintenance.
C
Cleo Foster
4
Durable and consistent network protection.
Questions & Answers
What is the maximum firewall throughput of the ASA 5585-X with SSP40?
The ASA 5585-X with SSP40 delivers up to 20 Gbps of firewall throughput, supporting high-performance perimeter security for large enterprise environments.
Which network interfaces are included on the ASA 5585-X Chassis with SSP40?
This chassis includes 6 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 SFP+ ports for 10 Gigabit connectivity, and 2 dedicated Gigabit management ports for out-of-band administration.
Can the ASA 5585-X support high availability and failover?
Yes, the ASA 5585-X supports active/active and active/standby clustering with stateful failover to ensure uninterrupted network security.
What kind of power supply does the ASA 5585-X use?
The unit comes with a single AC power supply rated for 100–240V input; redundant AC or DC power options are available separately for enhanced reliability.
How many VPN tunnels can the ASA 5585-X handle?
With SSP40, the appliance supports up to 10,000 IPsec VPN tunnels, enabling secure site-to-site and remote-access connectivity at scale.
What licensing model applies to the ASA 5585-X?
The ASA 5585-X uses a modular licensing model for features such as Advanced Inspection and Prevention, AnyConnect VPN, and clustering, allowing you to tailor functionality to your needs.
Is the ASA 5585-X compatible with other SSP modules?
Yes, the chassis supports SSP10, SSP20, SSP40, and SSP60 modules, providing flexibility to upgrade performance and feature capacity as your network grows.
What is the maximum number of concurrent connections supported?
The ASA 5585-X with SSP40 supports up to 3 million concurrent sessions, ensuring reliable performance under heavy traffic loads.
Does the ASA 5585-X support virtual contexts?
Yes, it supports up to 250 security contexts, enabling multi-tenant segmentation and policy separation on a single physical device.
What VPN throughput can I expect from the ASA 5585-X?
The ASA 5585-X delivers up to 10 Gbps of IPsec VPN throughput with SSP40, providing high-speed encrypted tunnels for distributed sites.
Which software release does the ASA 5585-X require?
It runs Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) software version 9.x or later, delivering advanced threat protection and feature consistency across your firewall fleet.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the ASA 5585-X chassis?
The ASA 5585-X measures 17.5 x 20.5 x 3.5 inches (W x D x H) and weighs approximately 22 pounds, fitting standard 19-inch data center racks.
What cooling and environmental specifications apply?
The chassis requires front-to-back airflow, operating at 32°F to 104°F with up to 90% non-condensing humidity, and meets NEBS Level 3 compliance for data center deployment.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco provides a one-year limited hardware warranty with next-business-day replacement; Cisco SMARTnet contracts extend support, software updates, and advanced replacement services.
How do I install and configure the ASA 5585-X?
Use the Quick Start Guide to rack-mount the chassis, connect power and interfaces, then access the CLI or ASDM for initial setup and policy configuration.
What management tools are available for the ASA 5585-X?
You can manage the appliance via Cisco ASDM, CLI, or integrate with Cisco Security Manager and Cisco Defense Orchestrator for centralized policy administration.