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WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9
Cisco Catalyst switch 6509E Firewall Security System
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WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9 is a modular chassis switch engineered for high performance, robust reliability, and advanced scalability in mission‐critical network environments. Built on a flexible architecture, it supports integrated hardware-based switching with redundant power supply options and a range of port configurations that include 10/100/1000 Ethernet, fiber, and combo interfaces, ensuring optimal connectivity for diverse use cases.
WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9 delivers exceptional performance with high switching capacities and the ability to accommodate expansion through modular line cards and stacking options. Targeted at data centers, campus networks, and service provider infrastructures, this chassis switch is designed to meet the demands of high-density deployments and mission-critical applications while simplifying network management and scalability.
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In a large enterprise data center, the WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9 module enforces micro-segmentation between application tiers, isolating workloads and inspecting east-west traffic at line rate. By embedding Cisco’s advanced threat-focused firewall directly into the Catalyst 6509E chassis, IT teams reduce lateral threat movement, achieve PCI-DSS compliance, and maintain high network performance. Outcome: Zero-trust enforcement, improved breach containment, and streamlined compliance reporting.
A multinational retail chain deploys WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9 in regional distribution centers to integrate firewall security with core switching. The Catalyst 6509E platform delivers zone-based firewalls, intrusion prevention, and VPN termination in a single chassis, securing north-south traffic between branches and headquarters. Outcome: Consolidated infrastructure, consistent global policy enforcement, reduced total cost of ownership, and enhanced threat visibility.
A financial services firm leverages the WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9 in its trading floor switches to inspect high-volume transaction traffic without adding latency. Inline firewall modules on the Cisco Catalyst 6509E chassis provide deep packet inspection and real-time threat prevention optimized for ultra-low-latency environments. Outcome: Full compliance with FINRA and SEC mandates, zero performance impact, and real-time intrusion prevention for mission-critical financial data.
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| WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9 |  VS-C6509VE-S72010G |  WS-C6506-E |  WS-C6504E-S32P10GE |  WS-C6509E-S32P10GE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Chassis | Chassis | Chassis | Chassis | Chassis |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9 | VS-C6509VE-S72010G | WS-C6506-E | WS-C6504E-S32P10GE | WS-C6509E-S32P10GE |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | Over 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Over 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Over 48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 9 Slots (8 for line cards, 1 for supervisor module) | Modular chassis supporting dedicated interface modules | 6 modular slots for line cards | 4 expansion slots | 32-slot chassis supporting multiple module types |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 6509-E-FWM-K9 | VS-C6509VE-S72010G | Cisco Catalyst 6506-E Chassis Switch | Cisco Catalyst 6504-E with 32-Port PoE and 10 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink | Cisco Catalyst 6509E-S32P10GE |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G / 10G | 10G | 1G / 10G | 10G | 10G |
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Firewall module integrated well with Catalyst chassis.
Reliable security performance.
Good option for legacy firewall deployments.
Consistent traffic inspection.
Cisco security quality.
The Cisco Catalyst 6509E Firewall Security System (WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9) is a high-performance Firewall Services Module (FWSM) that delivers enterprise-grade stateful inspection and VPN services directly inside the Catalyst 6500 series chassis.
Key features include up to 4 Gbps of stateful firewall throughput, support for 250 000 concurrent sessions, up to 250 security contexts, hardware-accelerated inspection, integrated IPSec VPN, NAT, ACLs, and Cisco TrustSec integration.
The WS-C6509-E-FWM-K9 delivers up to 4 Gbps of sustained stateful firewall throughput at line rate.
The FWSM supports up to 250 independent security contexts, enabling multi-tenant segmentation and policy isolation.
It provides stateful Layer 4–7 firewall inspection, IPSec VPN termination, network address translation (NAT), access control lists (ACLs), and advanced contextual filtering.
The module is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 6500, 6506, 6509E, and 6513 chassis that support a Firewall Services Module slot.
Installation is plug-and-play: power down the chassis, insert the module into the FWM slot on the Supervisor Engine, secure it, and power on for automatic detection.
You need the Cisco Security Technology Package license for basic FWSM features and additional security context licenses for multi-tenant deployments.
High availability is achieved via active/standby failover between redundant Supervisor Engines, ensuring seamless state synchronization and minimal downtime.
You can manage it via Cisco IOS CLI, SNMP, syslog, NetFlow, and Cisco Security Manager for centralized policy control and logging.
Yes. It integrates with Cisco Security Manager, Identity Services Engine (ISE), Prime Infrastructure, and third-party SIEM tools for unified threat management.
Expect low-latency, hardware-accelerated security at wire speed, with efficient CPU offloading and optimized packet flows for high throughput.
By using virtual security contexts, it creates logically separate firewalls per department or tenant, enforcing isolated policies on a single hardware footprint.
The module comes with a limited lifetime hardware warranty and is covered by Cisco SMARTnet for 24×7 technical support, software updates, and hardware replacement.
Typical deployments include data center perimeter firewall, DMZ segmentation, intra-data-center policy enforcement, and multi-tenant cloud gateways.
Use the IOS CLI commands (show firewall), SNMP MIBs, NetFlow exports, syslog integration, and Cisco Security Manager dashboards for real-time visibility.
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