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L-ASA-SC-10= Overview
L-ASA-SC-10=-ASA 5500 10 SECURITY CONTEXTS L is a specialized software license designed for network security appliances, enabling advanced multi-context capabilities on the ASA 5500 series. This license falls under the Security software category and is intended for enterprise-level IT management and deployment, making it ideal for environments requiring segmented security operations and high performance.
This product is a perpetual license delivered as a digital key via electronic software delivery, ensuring a lifetime activation that is managed online. It is specifically designed for a single security appliance deployment with compatibility tailored exclusively to the ASA 5500 series, providing a robust solution for enterprise network protection and IT administration.
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L-ASA-SC-10= Specifications
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Product Type
- Software License
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- User Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- N/A
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- N/A
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Language Support
- English
- License Type
- Perpetual
- Software Category
- Security
- Product Name
- ASA 5500 10 Security Contexts License
L-ASA-SC-10= Use Case
Multi-Tenant Managed Services Isolation for MSPs
An IT managed services provider (MSP) deploys ASA 5500 with 10 Security Contexts to securely partition each client’s network on a single physical appliance. This configuration delivers strong tenant isolation, reduces CAPEX and OPEX by 60%, and accelerates client onboarding—all while maintaining unique security policies per customer and ensuring audit-ready segmentation.
PCI DSS-Compliant Payment Zone Segmentation
A large retail enterprise leverages ASA 5500’s 10 Security Contexts to create and enforce isolated PCI DSS payment-processing zones alongside corporate, guest, and partner networks. This deployment simplifies compliance reporting, reduces audit scope by 75%, and enforces context-specific firewall rules—ensuring that cardholder data is protected and regulatory requirements are met.
DevOps Environment Isolation and Agile Testing
A global software development firm uses ASA 5500’s multi-context architecture to spin up separate Security Contexts for development, QA, and production environments on demand. This approach streamlines continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), prevents cross-environment interference, and delivers secure, policy-driven boundaries—improving release velocity by 40% while maintaining enterprise-grade protection.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| L-ASA-SC-10= |  L-ASA5500-SC-100= |  ASA5500-SC-5-10 |  ASA5540-BOT-1YR |  L-ASA5555-BOT-1YR= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Security | Security | Security | Security | Security |
| License Type | Perpetual | Volume | Perpetual | Subscription | Subscription |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | 100+ Users | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | N/A | N/A | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | 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 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | ASA 5500 10 Security Contexts License | L-ASA5500-SC-100=-L-ASA5500-SC-100 ASA 5500 100 Security Contexts License | ASA5500-SC-5-10-ASA5500-SC-5-10 ASA 5500 5 to 10 Security Context License Upgrade | ASA5540-BOT-1YR-Cisco ASA 5500 License ASA5540-BOT-1YR ASA 5540 Botnet Traffic Filter License for 1 Year | L-ASA5555-BOT-1YR=-1YR BOTNET TRAFFIC FILTER LICS FOR ASA 5555-X ESD |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
J
Jocelyn Nash
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Compact, easy to manage, and efficient.
K
Kai Frost
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Smooth deployment with minimal downtime.
L
Lara Hayes
4
Reliable and enterprise-ready solution.
M
Mason Barrett
5
Maintains consistent ASA security and operation.
Questions & Answers
What is the ASA 5500 10 Security Contexts License (L-ASA-SC-10=)?
The L-ASA-SC-10= is a permanent Cisco ASA 5500 software license that enables support for up to 10 virtual security contexts on a single ASA appliance.
Which ASA 5500 models are compatible with the L-ASA-SC-10= license?
The ASA 5500 10 Security Contexts License is compatible with ASA 5510, ASA 5520, ASA 5540, ASA 5550, ASA 5580, and ASA 5585-X platforms running Cisco ASA OS.
How many security contexts does the L-ASA-SC-10= license provide?
This license enables up to 10 separate security contexts, allowing each context to operate as an independent virtual firewall instance.
Is the ASA 5500 10 Security Contexts License a permanent license?
Yes. The L-ASA-SC-10= is a perpetual software license that does not expire and remains valid for the life of the ASA hardware.
What benefits do additional security contexts deliver?
Additional security contexts provide robust multi-tenant segmentation, policy isolation, and granular traffic management across departments or customers on the same ASA device.
How do I install and activate the L-ASA-SC-10= license on my ASA?
Upload the license file to flash, copy it to the ASA’s license directory, and use the command `license install <license-file>` followed by `write memory` to activate.
Do I need to reboot the ASA after installing the L-ASA-SC-10= license?
No reboot is required. The new security context capacity becomes available immediately after you install and save the license.
How can I verify that the L-ASA-SC-10= license is active?
Run `show license detail` or `show activation-key` in the CLI and confirm that ‘security-contexts-10’ appears with a Status of ACTIVE.
Can I transfer the ASA 5500 10 Security Contexts License to another ASA device?
Yes. License transfer requires a Cisco.com registration, generation of a new license file for the target device, and revocation from the original ASA.
What hardware prerequisites exist for running 10 security contexts?
Ensure your ASA model meets Cisco’s memory and CPU recommendations: at least 4 GB RAM for ASA 5510/5520 and 8 GB RAM for higher-end models.
Does enabling multiple security contexts impact ASA performance?
Performance impact is minimal when hardware requirements are met; each context shares CPU and memory but remains isolated for optimal throughput.
Are security contexts completely isolated from each other?
Yes. Each context has its own interfaces, policies, user database, and routing table, ensuring full logical isolation.
How do I configure additional security contexts via the ASA CLI?
Use `mode multiple`, define contexts with `context <name>`, assign interfaces, then switch to each context with `changeto context <name>` to configure.
What support options are available for the L-ASA-SC-10= license?
Cisco offers SMARTnet service with 24/7 technical support, software updates, and hardware replacement options for licensed ASA deployments.
Where can I purchase the ASA 5500 10 Security Contexts License (L-ASA-SC-10=)?
You can buy the license directly from Cisco or through authorized resellers and partners listed on the Cisco partner locator.
Can I upgrade from fewer security contexts to 10 contexts later?
Yes. You can upgrade by ordering the L-ASA-SC-10= license and installing it without disrupting existing contexts or configurations.