WS-SVC-ASA-SM1-K9 Cisco ASA Services Module at discount

WS‑SVC‑ASA‑SM1‑K9 Specifications

Cisco ASA Services Module for Catalyst 6500/7600 Series

Manufacturer: Cisco
Manufacturer Model: WS‑SVC‑ASA‑SM1‑K9
Product Line: Cisco Catalyst 6500/7600 Services Modules
Product Series: ASA Services Module (SM1)
Product Type: Security Service Module (Firewall/VPN)
Product Name: Cisco ASA Services Module SM1 (3DES/AES)

KEY FEATURES:

Integration of ASA firewall/VPN capabilities into Catalyst 6500/7600 chassis

Hardware encryption support (3DES/AES)

High‑capacity concurrent sessions and connection rate performance

Multiple security contexts support for multi‑tenant or segmented deployments

PERFORMANCE:

Maximum firewall throughput: ~20 Gbps

Multiprotocol firewall throughput: ~16 Gbps

Maximum IPsec VPN hardware throughput (3DES/AES): ~2 Gbps

Maximum concurrent sessions: ~10,000,000

Connections per second: ~300,000

Maximum AnyConnect or clientless VPN users: ~10,000

ENVIRONMENTAL & RELIABILITY:

Enterprise‑grade reliability and integration in Catalyst chassis

Should be operated in compatible chassis with proper airflow, power and cooling

End‑of‑Sale: July 16, 2018; Last Support Date: July 31, 2023

End‑of‑Life / no longer new after EoS date

PHYSICAL:

Form Factor: Plug‑in service module blade for Catalyst 6500/7600 switch chassis

Typical dimensions: Standard module slot width and depth for the chassis

Weight: Module only weight typical ~3 kg (approx)

COMPATIBILITY & NOTES:

Compatible Chassis: Cisco Catalyst 6500‑E and 7600 series that support service module architecture

Licensing: Security contexts, features and throughput may depend on licensing and configuration

Because this module is End‑of‑Sale/End‑of‑Life, procurement is typically for refurbished/used inventory—verify condition, firmware compatibility, and module health

Replacement/Migration: Cisco suggests migration to Firepower platforms for newer deployments