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Cisco ASA 5500 Module SSM-4GE ASA 5500 4-Port Gigabit Ethern...
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SSM-4GE is a high-performance Ethernet module designed to deliver reliable 1Gbps connectivity via an industry-standard RJ-45 connector for modern routers, switches, and servers. This PCIe-based module supports the TCP/IP protocol suite and offers essential features such as auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, jumbo frames, and QoS, making it ideal for upgrading network interfaces and expanding data center capacity.
Engineered for robust performance, the SSM-4GE module is well suited for environments that require consistent, fast network access. Its compact PCIe form factor ensures seamless installation in existing server or network equipment, while its design meets demanding operational and storage temperature ranges, ensuring dependable performance in diverse applications.
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A regional bank implements the SSM-4GE-Cisco ASA 5500 Module to provision four independent Gigabit Ethernet interfaces (RJ-45 + SFP) for separate DMZ zones—public web, mobile banking API, fraud-monitoring analytics and secure file transfer. By isolating each service on its own physical port, the bank achieves PCI DSS and SOX compliance with granular traffic control, reduces lateral threat propagation, and sustains 1 Gbps+ throughput per zone for peak transaction volumes.
A nationwide retailer deploys the SSM-4GE ASA 5500 4-Port Module to connect dual copper and dual SFP-based ISP circuits at each store. The ASA uses built-in policy routing across all four interfaces to balance web-based POS traffic, inventory sync and VoIP calls, while automatically failing over on link loss. The result is 99.99% Internet uptime, seamless checkout operations and centralized management of firewall policies across 200+ locations.
A cloud-hosting provider integrates the SSM-4GE-Cisco ASA 5500 Module into its primary firewall fabric to aggregate four VLAN trunks—customer VMs, management, storage replication and backup—over a single ASA chassis. Simultaneously, each port carries dedicated IPsec VPN tunnels for remote site connectivity. This unified approach delivers 4 Gbps of parallel encrypted throughput, simplifies network zoning, and accelerates on-boarding of new tenants by 50%.
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| SSM-4GE |  ASA-SSP-20-INC |  ASA-SSP-60-INC1 |  ASA-AIP-40-INC-K9 |  ASA-IC-6GE-CU-A= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Internal Network Module |
| Module Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 1Gbps | 10G | 10Gbps | 40G | 1 Gbps |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | RJ-45 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP / iSCSI | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Routers, Switches, Servers | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco | Cisco ASA Appliances |
| Max Speed | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 40Gbps | 1 Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | Ethernet | Ethernet | SFP+ | Ethernet | 6 x RJ-45 Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | SSM-4GE | ASA-SSP-20-INC | ASA-SSP-60-INC1 | ASA-AIP-40-INC-K9 | ASA-IC-6GE-CU-A= |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
The ASA 5500 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet SSM (RJ-45+SFP) has been a great addition to our network. It offers excellent connectivity and high-speed data transfer.
The SSM-4GE module provides reliable Ethernet connectivity and seamless integration. It has improved our network's performance significantly.
We've had great results with the SSM-4GE. It's easy to deploy, offers great performance, and has significantly improved our network's throughput.
The SSM-4GE module has been essential for expanding our network. It provides excellent gigabit Ethernet connectivity and high-speed data transfer.
The ASA 5500 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet SSM has worked perfectly. It offers stable, high-speed connectivity that supports our growing infrastructure.
The Cisco ASA 5500 Module SSM-4GE is a Security Services Module that adds four Gigabit Ethernet ports (two RJ-45 and two SFP) to ASA 5500 series firewalls, enabling high-speed connectivity and advanced network segmentation.
The SSM-4GE module is compatible with Cisco ASA 5510, ASA 5520, ASA 5540, and ASA 5550 appliances that feature the dedicated Security Services Module slot.
The SSM-4GE module includes two RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports and two SFP slots to support both copper and fiber uplinks.
The SSM-4GE delivers up to 4 Gbps of aggregate forwarding capacity, subject to the overall performance limits of the host ASA 5500 firewall.
Yes. The SSM-4GE exposes two RJ-45 and two SFP ports concurrently, allowing simultaneous use of copper and fiber connections without manual port reconfiguration.
The module supports Cisco 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX/LH, and 1000BASE-ZX SFP transceivers or equivalent third-party SFPs that comply with MSA specifications.
Power off the ASA, slide the SSM-4GE into the dedicated SSM slot until it clicks, secure the retaining screw, then power on and verify recognition via the ASA CLI.
No separate license is needed for the physical SSM-4GE ports; it operates under the ASA appliance’s existing throughput and feature licenses.
The SSM-4GE is supported on Cisco ASA software version 8.2(1) and later; upgrade the ASA OS to the latest release for optimal stability and feature support.
By providing dedicated physical interfaces for DMZ, guest, management or internal zones, the module enables precise VLAN-based segmentation and enhanced security policy enforcement.
No. Installing or removing the SSM-4GE requires powering down the ASA appliance to ensure proper hardware initialization and system stability.
Typical scenarios include creating separate DMZ and production networks, aggregating fiber uplinks, extending secure VPN endpoints, and isolating management interfaces.
The SSM-4GE is backed by Cisco’s limited hardware warranty; extended coverage and 24x7 support are available through Cisco SMARTnet service contracts.
Verify cable type and SFP compatibility, check LED status, confirm interface status via the ASA CLI (show interface), and review system logs for errors.
You can purchase the SSM-4GE through authorized Cisco channel partners, certified resellers, or directly from Cisco’s online store to ensure authenticity and full support.