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... 2-1 Safety Recommendations 2-2 Maintaining Safety with Electricity 2-2 Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage 2-3 General Site Requirements 2-4 Site Environment 2-4 Preventive Site Configuration 2-4 Power Supply Considerations 2-4 Configuring Equipment Racks 2-6 Installing the Adaptive Security Appliance 3-1 Installing the Adaptive Security Appliance 3-1 Rack-Mounting the Chassis 3-2 Setting the Chassis on a Desktop 3-3 Connecting the Interface Cables 3-4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures 4-1 Removing and Replacing the Chassis Cover 4-1 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 1
... 2-1 Safety Recommendations 2-2 Maintaining Safety with Electricity 2-2 Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage 2-3 General Site Requirements 2-4 Site Environment 2-4 Preventive Site Configuration 2-4 Power Supply Considerations 2-4 Configuring Equipment Racks 2-6 Installing the Adaptive Security Appliance 3-1 Installing the Adaptive Security Appliance 3-1 Rack-Mounting the Chassis 3-2 Setting the Chassis on a Desktop 3-3 Connecting the Interface Cables 3-4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures 4-1 Removing and Replacing the Chassis Cover 4-1 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 1
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..." describes the product and the memory requirements. • Chapter 2, "Preparing for network administrators who perform any of the following tasks: • Managing network security • Installing and configuring firewalls • Managing default and static routes, and TCP and UDP services Document Organization This guide includes the following Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance models: Cisco ASA 5510, Cisco ASA 5520, Cisco ASA 5540, and Cisco ASA 5550. Audience This guide is for Installation," describes the steps to all models unless specifically noted otherwise...
..." describes the product and the memory requirements. • Chapter 2, "Preparing for network administrators who perform any of the following tasks: • Managing network security • Installing and configuring firewalls • Managing default and static routes, and TCP and UDP services Document Organization This guide includes the following Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance models: Cisco ASA 5510, Cisco ASA 5520, Cisco ASA 5540, and Cisco ASA 5550. Audience This guide is for Installation," describes the steps to all models unless specifically noted otherwise...
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... to connect the interface cables on the adaptive security appliance. • Chapter 4, "Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures," describes how to read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for which you must supply a value are entered literally as shown. • Italics indicate arguments for Rack-Mounting and Servicing, page 6 • Short-Circuit Protection Warning, page 6 • SELV Circuit Warning, page 6 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 4 78...
... to connect the interface cables on the adaptive security appliance. • Chapter 4, "Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures," describes how to read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for which you must supply a value are entered literally as shown. • Italics indicate arguments for Rack-Mounting and Servicing, page 6 • Short-Circuit Protection Warning, page 6 • SELV Circuit Warning, page 6 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 4 78...
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...-17989-01 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 7 Statement 8 AC Power Disconnection Warning Warning Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. About This Guide Short-Circuit Protection Warning Warning This product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection, to the ON position. Install only in accordance with local and national electrical codes. Statement 246...
...-17989-01 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 7 Statement 8 AC Power Disconnection Warning Warning Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. About This Guide Short-Circuit Protection Warning Warning This product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection, to the ON position. Install only in accordance with local and national electrical codes. Statement 246...
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...through the chassis. Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 8 78-17989-01 Do not operate the unit without the cover in Cisco Product Documentation as an RSS feed and set content to be grounded. Cisco currently supports RSS Version 2.0. Statement 117 ...Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance. Statement 142 Where to Find Safety and Warning Information For safety and warning information, see the monthly What's New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are a free service. About This Guide...
...through the chassis. Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 8 78-17989-01 Do not operate the unit without the cover in Cisco Product Documentation as an RSS feed and set content to be grounded. Cisco currently supports RSS Version 2.0. Statement 117 ...Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance. Statement 142 Where to Find Safety and Warning Information For safety and warning information, see the monthly What's New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are a free service. About This Guide...
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... LEDs POWER STATUS ACTIVE VPN FLASH CISCO ASA 5540 SERIES Adaptive Security Appliance 119638 135 24 LED Color State Description 1 Power Green On The system has power. 2 Status Green Flashing The power-up diagnostics have failed. 3 Active Green Flashing There is network activity. 4 VPN Green Solid VPN tunnel is established. 5 Flash Green Solid The CompactFlash is a Fast Ethernet interface designed for management traffic only. 2. Figure 1-2 Rear Panel LEDs and Ports (AC Power Supply Model Shown) 1 2 3 45 CONSOLE AUX MGMT USB2 USB1 119572 FLASH LINK SPD LINK...
... LEDs POWER STATUS ACTIVE VPN FLASH CISCO ASA 5540 SERIES Adaptive Security Appliance 119638 135 24 LED Color State Description 1 Power Green On The system has power. 2 Status Green Flashing The power-up diagnostics have failed. 3 Active Green Flashing There is network activity. 4 VPN Green Solid VPN tunnel is established. 5 Flash Green Solid The CompactFlash is a Fast Ethernet interface designed for management traffic only. 2. Figure 1-2 Rear Panel LEDs and Ports (AC Power Supply Model Shown) 1 2 3 45 CONSOLE AUX MGMT USB2 USB1 119572 FLASH LINK SPD LINK...
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... shipping versions of the chassis; For more information about the Management port, see themanagement only command in Figure 1-3. The management 0/0 interface is an Ethernet link. Figure 1-3 2 Rear Panel LEDs and Ports for management traffic only. 4. GigabitEthernet interfaces, from right to run the adaptive security appliance CLI. OL-10089-01 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 The Cisco ASA 5550 has a fixed configuration with an embedded 4GE slot as shown in the Cisco Security Appliance Command Reference. The port is Ethernet activity...
... shipping versions of the chassis; For more information about the Management port, see themanagement only command in Figure 1-3. The management 0/0 interface is an Ethernet link. Figure 1-3 2 Rear Panel LEDs and Ports for management traffic only. 4. GigabitEthernet interfaces, from right to run the adaptive security appliance CLI. OL-10089-01 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 The Cisco ASA 5550 has a fixed configuration with an embedded 4GE slot as shown in the Cisco Security Appliance Command Reference. The port is Ethernet activity...
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... Cisco ASA 5510 adaptive security appliance supports only 10/100BaseTX. Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-10089-01 There is booting. The system booted correctly. Figure 1-4 1 Rear Panel Link and Speed Indicator LEDs 2 MGMT USB2 USB1 126917 LNK SPD LNK SPD LNK SPD LNK SPD 3 2 1 0 1 MGMT indicator LEDs 2 Network interface LEDs Table 1-2 lists the rear MGMT and Network interface LEDs. The system is network activity at 1000 Mbps. The system has power. The Cisco ASA 5520 and the Cisco ASA...
... Cisco ASA 5510 adaptive security appliance supports only 10/100BaseTX. Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-10089-01 There is booting. The system booted correctly. Figure 1-4 1 Rear Panel Link and Speed Indicator LEDs 2 MGMT USB2 USB1 126917 LNK SPD LNK SPD LNK SPD LNK SPD 3 2 1 0 1 MGMT indicator LEDs 2 Network interface LEDs Table 1-2 lists the rear MGMT and Network interface LEDs. The system is network activity at 1000 Mbps. The system has power. The Cisco ASA 5520 and the Cisco ASA...
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... Series Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Chapter 1 Overview Memory Requirements Memory Requirements Table 1-3 lists the CPU and the memory specifications for software Version 8.3 or later, go to accommodate the software image files and the configuration files. They must have the same number and types of interfaces, and the same amount of RAM. Note The two units do not have the same size Flash memory. For more information, see the Cisco Security Appliance Command Line Configuration Guide. Table 1-3 CPU and Memory Specifications ASA Model Cisco ASA...
... Series Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Chapter 1 Overview Memory Requirements Memory Requirements Table 1-3 lists the CPU and the memory specifications for software Version 8.3 or later, go to accommodate the software image files and the configuration files. They must have the same number and types of interfaces, and the same amount of RAM. Note The two units do not have the same size Flash memory. For more information, see the Cisco Security Appliance Command Line Configuration Guide. Table 1-3 CPU and Memory Specifications ASA Model Cisco ASA...
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...Cisco ASA 5500 series Adaptive Security Appliance models: Cisco ASA 5510, Cisco ASA 5520, Cisco ASA 5540, and Cisco ASA 5550. This chapter describes the steps to configure, monitor, and manage the device. It also provides enhanced support for intelligent information networks through improved network integration, resiliency, and scalability. The adaptive security appliance software combines firewall, VPN concentrator, and intrusion prevention software functionality into just one software image. ASDM is loaded from the adaptive adaptive security appliance, then used to all models...
...Cisco ASA 5500 series Adaptive Security Appliance models: Cisco ASA 5510, Cisco ASA 5520, Cisco ASA 5540, and Cisco ASA 5550. This chapter describes the steps to configure, monitor, and manage the device. It also provides enhanced support for intelligent information networks through improved network integration, resiliency, and scalability. The adaptive security appliance software combines firewall, VPN concentrator, and intrusion prevention software functionality into just one software image. ASDM is loaded from the adaptive adaptive security appliance, then used to all models...
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... desktop mounting). The list of the chassis, locate the emergency power-off switch for the respective software version. Safety Recommendations Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Read the release notes for the room in the following sections to help ensure your safety and protect the adaptive security appliance. The safety guidelines are working environment, so be hazardous to your work surface. always check the circuit. Upgrading the adaptive security appliance...
... desktop mounting). The list of the chassis, locate the emergency power-off switch for the respective software version. Safety Recommendations Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Read the release notes for the room in the following sections to help ensure your safety and protect the adaptive security appliance. The safety guidelines are working environment, so be hazardous to your work surface. always check the circuit. Upgrading the adaptive security appliance...
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... Cisco ASA 5500 Series document. • The adaptive security appliance models equipped with AC-input power supplies are shipped with a 3-wire electrical cord with a grounding-type plug that fits only a grounding-type power outlet. The DC return connection to this safety feature. Connect the grounding clip to safely ground ESD voltages. Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take appropriate action. • Use the adaptive security appliance...
... Cisco ASA 5500 Series document. • The adaptive security appliance models equipped with AC-input power supplies are shipped with a 3-wire electrical cord with a grounding-type plug that fits only a grounding-type power outlet. The DC return connection to this safety feature. Connect the grounding clip to safely ground ESD voltages. Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take appropriate action. • Use the adaptive security appliance...
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... CAB-ACE (72-0460) 8.2 ft (2.5 m) 250 VAC, 10 A Italy) 120357 78-17989-01 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Install a power conditioner if necessary, to ensure proper voltages and power levels in the source voltage. • Install proper grounding for the site to the switch with a DC-input power supply, use the following chassis models can have either an AC or DC power supply: Cisco ASA 5510, Cisco ASA 5520, Cisco ASA 5540, and Cisco ASA 5550.
... CAB-ACE (72-0460) 8.2 ft (2.5 m) 250 VAC, 10 A Italy) 120357 78-17989-01 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Install a power conditioner if necessary, to ensure proper voltages and power levels in the source voltage. • Install proper grounding for the site to the switch with a DC-input power supply, use the following chassis models can have either an AC or DC power supply: Cisco ASA 5510, Cisco ASA 5520, Cisco ASA 5540, and Cisco ASA 5550.
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... SSM. Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 3-4 78-17989-01 Connect the interface cables. See the "Connecting the Interface Cables" section on the device as a normal networking interface; Connecting the Interface Cables This section describes how to connect the cables to the Console, Management, 4GE SSM, and SSM ports. You can use any unused Ethernet interface on page 3-4 for more information, see the Cisco Security Appliance Command Line Configuration Guide. For more information. The failover link interface is not configured as the failover link. Warning...
... SSM. Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 3-4 78-17989-01 Connect the interface cables. See the "Connecting the Interface Cables" section on the device as a normal networking interface; Connecting the Interface Cables This section describes how to connect the cables to the Console, Management, 4GE SSM, and SSM ports. You can use any unused Ethernet interface on page 3-4 for more information, see the Cisco Security Appliance Command Line Configuration Guide. For more information. The failover link interface is not configured as the failover link. Warning...
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... 0 SPD 1 2 POWER STATUS 143147 1 Ethernet ports 2 RJ-45 connector Note When using the 4GE SSM you hear a click. Connect the other end of the command syntax, see the Cisco ASA 5500 Series Command Reference. • SFP modules - The click indicates that the SFP module is necessary only if you have installed the 4GE SSM on the adaptive security appliance. Remove the optical port plugs from the installed SFP as a router, switch or...
... 0 SPD 1 2 POWER STATUS 143147 1 Ethernet ports 2 RJ-45 connector Note When using the 4GE SSM you hear a click. Connect the other end of the command syntax, see the Cisco ASA 5500 Series Command Reference. • SFP modules - The click indicates that the SFP module is necessary only if you have installed the 4GE SSM on the adaptive security appliance. Remove the optical port plugs from the installed SFP as a router, switch or...
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CISCO ASA 5540 SERIES Adaptive Security Appliance Working in an ESD Environment Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can result in complete or intermittent failures. Figure 4-4 Replacing the Screws 119635 POWER STATUSACTIVE VPN FLASH Step 5 Reinstall the chassis on a rack. Step 6 Reinstall the network interface cables. ESD damage occurs when electronic components are aligned with the screws you remove and replace components. Ensure that it makes good skin contact. To guard against ESD damage...
CISCO ASA 5540 SERIES Adaptive Security Appliance Working in an ESD Environment Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can result in complete or intermittent failures. Figure 4-4 Replacing the Screws 119635 POWER STATUSACTIVE VPN FLASH Step 5 Reinstall the chassis on a rack. Step 6 Reinstall the network interface cables. ESD damage occurs when electronic components are aligned with the screws you remove and replace components. Ensure that it makes good skin contact. To guard against ESD damage...
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... card by the adaptive security appliance. 4-16 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 78-17989-01 Check the LEDs. Table 4-2 lists the SFP modules that plugs into the SFP ports. Attach the other end of the chassis. Connect the RJ-45 cable to the port and the other end to install and remove the SFP modules in a static bag and set it contacts your network devices. Installing and Replacing the 4GE SSM Chapter 4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step...
... card by the adaptive security appliance. 4-16 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 78-17989-01 Check the LEDs. Table 4-2 lists the SFP modules that plugs into the SFP ports. Attach the other end of the chassis. Connect the RJ-45 cable to the port and the other end to install and remove the SFP modules in a static bag and set it contacts your network devices. Installing and Replacing the 4GE SSM Chapter 4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step...
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... Intelligent SSM Chapter 4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures Installing and Replacing the Intelligent SSM The Cisco ASA 5510, Cisco ASA 5520, Cisco ASA 5540 support the AIP SSM and the CSC SSM, also referred to as the intelligent SSM in the Cisco Security Appliance Command Line Configuration Guide. The CSC SSM provides protection against viruses, spyware, spam, and other unwanted traffic. Table 4-4 AIP/CSC SSM Memory Specifications SSM AIP SSM 10 AIP...
... Intelligent SSM Chapter 4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures Installing and Replacing the Intelligent SSM The Cisco ASA 5510, Cisco ASA 5520, Cisco ASA 5540 support the AIP SSM and the CSC SSM, also referred to as the intelligent SSM in the Cisco Security Appliance Command Line Configuration Guide. The CSC SSM provides protection against viruses, spyware, spam, and other unwanted traffic. Table 4-4 AIP/CSC SSM Memory Specifications SSM AIP SSM 10 AIP...
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... LINK 3 SPD LINK 2 SPD LINK 1 SPD LINK 0 SPD FLASH POWER STATUS ACTIVE VPN FLASH 119642 4-22 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 78-17989-01 Table 4-7 AIP/CSC SSM 40 LEDs LED Color State Description 1 LNK Green Solid There is booting. Amber 1000 MB (GigE) Indicates a 1000MB connection. 3 STATUS Green Solid The system is an Ethernet link. Verify that the module is Ethernet activity. 2 SPEED Off 10 MB Indicates a 10MB connection. Flashing There is down by making...
... LINK 3 SPD LINK 2 SPD LINK 1 SPD LINK 0 SPD FLASH POWER STATUS ACTIVE VPN FLASH 119642 4-22 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 78-17989-01 Table 4-7 AIP/CSC SSM 40 LEDs LED Color State Description 1 LNK Green Solid There is booting. Amber 1000 MB (GigE) Indicates a 1000MB connection. 3 STATUS Green Solid The system is an Ethernet link. Verify that the module is Ethernet activity. 2 SPEED Off 10 MB Indicates a 10MB connection. Flashing There is down by making...
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...-01 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 4-29 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures Figure 4-30 Inserting the DIMM 1 2 Upgrading Memory in the Adaptive Security Appliance 2 242881 Caution When inserting DIMMs, use pressure, but not excessive pressure as this can verify that the memory upgrade has been completed successfully by entering the show version command, the example below is for the procedure. Step 5 Step 6 When you finish installing the DIMM, replace the adaptive security appliance...
...-01 Cisco ASA 5500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 4-29 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures Figure 4-30 Inserting the DIMM 1 2 Upgrading Memory in the Adaptive Security Appliance 2 242881 Caution When inserting DIMMs, use pressure, but not excessive pressure as this can verify that the memory upgrade has been completed successfully by entering the show version command, the example below is for the procedure. Step 5 Step 6 When you finish installing the DIMM, replace the adaptive security appliance...