ASA5525-CU-K9 - Cisco ASA 5500 Series Firewall Edition Bundles Overview
ASA5525-CU-K9 - Cisco ASA 5500 Series Firewall Edition Bundles is a genuine network security and threat protection product from Cisco, a leading enterprise networking vendor whose Catalyst, Nexus and ISR families power campus, data-center and branch networks worldwide. Belonging to the Cisco ASA 5500 Series family, the ASA5525-CU-K9 unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is deployed as a standalone unit or as part of a larger managed network, following the standard operating procedures of the platform.
From a specification standpoint, it offers 8 ports for client, server or uplink connectivity. These are the original factory figures for this model, giving administrators a clear picture of what the unit can deliver before it enters service. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, so deployment follows the same procedures as other Cisco hardware already running in the environment.
Typical deployments include perimeter protection with stateful inspection, branch-office security with VPN and threat prevention, and data-center north-south traffic filtering. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “Cisco ASA 5500 Edition Bundle ASA5525-CU-K9 ASA 5525-X with SW, 14GE Data, 1GE Mgmt, 3DES/AES”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the ASA5525-CU-K9. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Perimeter Security
Stateful inspection and threat prevention at the edge.
Branch Protection
Secure branch offices with VPN and UTM.
Data Center
High-throughput filtering for north-south traffic.
Buying a Pre-Owned ASA5525-CU-K9
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
ASA5525-CU-K9 Specification | |
General | |
Device Type | Security appliance |
Height (Rack Units) | 1U |
Width | 16.9 in |
Depth | 15.6 in |
Height | 1.7 in |
Weight | 14.99 lbs |
Processor / Memory / Storage | |
RAM | 8 GB |
Networking | |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Ports Qty | 8 |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Performance | Firewall throughput: 2 Gbps ¦ VPN throughput (3DES/AES): 300 Mbps ¦ Connection rate: 20000 connections per second ¦ Firewall + intrusion prevention throughput: 600 Mbps |
Capacity | IPSec VPN peers: 750 ¦ SSL VPN peers: 2 ¦ Concurrent sessions: 500000 ¦ Virtual interfaces (VLANs): 200 ¦ Security contexts: 2 |
Status Indicators | Power, HDD activity, active, alarm |
Features | Firewall protection, VPN support, VLAN support, High Availability |
Expansion / Connectivity | |
Expansion Slots | 1 (total) / 1 (free) x expansion slot |
Interfaces | 14 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x 1000Base-T (management) - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x management - RJ-45 ¦ 2 x USB 2.0 - Type A |
Miscellaneous | |
Rack Mounting Kit | Included |
Compliant Standards | VCCI, C-Tick, EN 61000-3-2, ICES-003, EN 61000-3-3, EN55024, EN55022 Class A, CISPR 22, UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, FCC Part 15 B Class A, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, ANSI C63.4-2009 |
Power | |
Power Device | Internal power supply |
Installed Qty | 1 |
Max Supported Qty | 1 |
Voltage Required | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
Power Provided | 400 Watt |
Software / System Requirements | |
Software Included | Drivers & Utilities |
Manufacturer Warranty | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 90 days |
Environmental Parameters | |
Min Operating Temperature | 23 °F |
Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
ASA5525-CU-K9 - Deployment Notes
This ASA5525-CU-K9 security appliance is positioned for the throughput and VPN requirements of its specific SKU tier. Confirm the firewall throughput, VPN tunnel capacity, and interface configuration of this variant against your expected traffic profile before ordering.
For refresh or migration projects, verify the software version and license entitlements applicable to this unit. Our team can confirm the installed software and hardware revision before dispatch.
Every ASA5525-CU-K9 unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including interface status, console access and firmware state.
