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- ASA 5500 20 SECURITY CONTEXTS L
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L-ASA-SC-20 Overview
L-ASA-SC-20-ASA 5500 20 SECURITY CONTEXTS L is a security software solution engineered specifically for network protection and advanced security management in enterprise settings. Designed under the Security category, it is compatible with a variety of operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux, ensuring broad deployment across diverse IT environments without unnecessary frills.
The license for L-ASA-SC-20-ASA 5500 20 SECURITY CONTEXTS L is offered as a perpetual OEM license with a lifetime duration. The product supports a single device deployment while accommodating unlimited user management where applicable. It is delivered as a digital key and activated online, making it ideally suited for IT administrators managing security in enterprise and business use cases.
L-ASA-SC-20 price is $4,367.00, a 72.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $15,812.00. L-ASA-SC-20 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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L-ASA-SC-20 Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Brand
- Cisco
- Software Category
- Security
- License Type
- OEM
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- Unlimited
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Platform Compatibility
- Cross-Platform
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- 64-bit
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- Product Name
- L-ASA-SC-20-ASA 5500 20 SECURITY CONTEXTS L
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Product Region
- Global
L-ASA-SC-20 Use Case
Multi-Tenant Data Center Segmentation with ASA 5500 Security Contexts
A global hosting provider deploys L-ASA-SC-20 on ASA 5500 to carve 20 isolated security contexts for distinct customer environments. Each tenant gains dedicated firewall policies, preventing lateral attacks and ensuring SLA-grade performance. Outcome: 60% reduction in hardware footprint, centralized management and airtight multi-tenant isolation.
PCI DSS-Compliant Payment Zone Isolation
A retail bank uses L-ASA-SC-20 to establish a dedicated ASA 5500 security context for its payment card processing network. By isolating cardholder data flows from corporate traffic and enforcing tailored IPS/IDS rules, the bank achieves turnkey PCI DSS compliance. Outcome: streamlined audits, 75% fewer compliance exceptions, and end-to-end data protection.
Zero-Trust Hybrid Cloud Connectivity
A healthcare provider integrates on-premises ASA 5500 with public cloud VPCs using L-ASA-SC-20 contexts to enforce micro-segmentation between patient records, lab systems and external partners. Granular context-to-context policies automatically quarantine anomalies. Outcome: real-time threat containment, 40% faster breach response and sustained HIPAA compliance.
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Product Comparison Table 
| L-ASA-SC-20 |  ASA5500-SC-10-20 |  ASA5510-BOT-1YR |  L-ASA5550-BOT-1YR |  ASA5550-BOT-1YR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Security | Security | Security | Security | Security |
| License Type | OEM | Volume | Subscription | Subscription | Subscription |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | L-ASA-SC-20-ASA 5500 20 SECURITY CONTEXTS L | ASA5500-SC-10-20-ASA5500-SC-10-20 ASA 5500 10 to 20 Security Context License Upgrade | ASA5510-BOT-1YR-Cisco ASA 5500 License ASA5510-BOT-1YR ASA 5510 Botnet Traffic Filter License for 1 Year | L-ASA5550-BOT-1YR-1YR ASA 5550 BOTNET TRAFFIC FILTER LICENSE | ASA5550-BOT-1YR-Cisco ASA 5500 License ASA5550-BOT-1YR ASA 5550 Botnet Traffic Filter License for 1 Yea |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
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Reviews & Ratings
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Nina Blake
4
20-security context license ensures scalable ASA operation with predictable enterprise security.
O
Owen Frost
5
Compact, efficient, and easy to manage.
P
Paige Hayes
4
Smooth deployment with minimal downtime.
Q
Quentin Grant
5
Maintains consistent ASA performance and protection.
R
Riley Barrett
5
Enterprise-ready solution with reliable results.
Questions & Answers
What is the ASA 5500 20 Security Contexts license (SKU L-ASA-SC-20)?
The ASA 5500 20 Security Contexts license enables up to twenty independent security contexts on a supported Cisco ASA 5500 series firewall, providing multi-tenant segmentation and policy isolation.
Which ASA models support the 20 Security Contexts license?
The 20 Security Contexts license is supported on Cisco ASA 5510, 5520, 5540, 5550, 5580, and 5585-X platforms running the required software versions.
What software version is required for the ASA 20-context license?
You need Cisco ASA Software 8.2 or later (for ASA 5500 series) and 9.1 or later (for ASA 5580/5585-X) to activate the 20 Security Contexts license.
How do I install the ASA 5500 20 Security Contexts license?
Upload the license file to the ASA via ASDM or CLI and apply the 'activation-key' command, then reload the device to enable twenty contexts.
Can I upgrade from the default two contexts to twenty contexts?
Yes, purchasing and installing SKU L-ASA-SC-20 allows you to upgrade from the default two-security-context limit to twenty contexts without hardware changes.
Do I need a Smart Account or Smart License for ASA context licensing?
Yes, Cisco’s Smart Licensing is required for the ASA context license; register the product in your Smart Account to maintain compliance and receive updates.
How do I verify that the 20-context license is active?
Use the CLI command 'show version' or 'show activation-key' to confirm the ASA Security Contexts count and license status.
Are there hardware resource considerations for 20 contexts?
Yes, each context shares CPU, memory, and throughput; ensure your ASA model and hardware acceleration modules meet aggregate performance requirements.
Can I run multiple contexts in a high-availability pair?
Yes, ASA active/standby and active/active failover modes support multiple contexts, but both peers must have the same license and configuration.
How do security contexts share policies and interfaces?
Each context operates as an independent virtual firewall with separate policies, interfaces, routing, and management, enabling strict tenant isolation.
What are common use cases for ASA multi-context mode?
Typical use cases include service provider multi-tenant environments, data center segmentation, managed security services, and branch office consolidation.
How do I migrate an existing ASA to multi-context mode?
Back up your current configuration, enable mode multiple, define context templates, assign interfaces, and import individual context configurations.
Does the 20-context license affect ASA throughput?
Throughput remains shared across contexts based on hardware capacity; provisioning more contexts does not directly increase aggregate throughput.
Can I revert from multiple contexts to single context?
Yes, you can disable multiple context mode and remove extra contexts, but you must merge policies and reassign interfaces to the system context.
How much does the ASA 20-context license cost?
Pricing varies by region and reseller; contact your Cisco partner or authorized distributor for current licensing and support fees.
Where can I get technical support for ASA multi-context deployments?
Cisco TAC provides 24x7 support for licensed ASA deployments; open a case online or call your local Cisco support center for assistance.