Description
Product Brief
The Cisco Secure Firewall 4225 ASA Appliance (FPR4225-ASA-K9) is designed to provide robust security for medium to large enterprise networks. With a compact 1RU form factor, it offers 8 x 1/10/25Gb SFP28 interfaces for high-speed connectivity and future-proof scalability. Equipped with 2 network module bays, it allows for flexible expansion to meet evolving network demands. This appliance delivers advanced security features, including intrusion prevention, VPN support, and application visibility, ensuring comprehensive protection against advanced threats. Ideal for securing network perimeters and enabling secure remote access.
Image 1 FPR4225-ASA-K9 Front
Image 2 FPR4225-ASA-K9 Rear
Key Features and Benefits
- High-Performance Security: Firewall throughput up to 180 Gbps with NGFW and IPS capabilities.
- Cryptographic Acceleration: Optimized SSL and VPN decryption performance.
- Flexible Modular Design: Supports up to 400G interfaces with dual network module bays.
- High Availability & Clustering: Active/Active, Active/Standby, and up to 16-node clustering.
- AI/ML-powered security: Automates threat detection and response.
- SD-WAN Support: Secure site-to-site connectivity with dynamic path selection.
- Fail-to-Wire (FTW) Network Modules: Ensures operational continuity.
Table 1 Shipping Box Contents
Item | Description | Quantity |
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Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 | Chassis with factory-installed SSDs and power supply | 1 |
Power Cord(s) | Country-specific power cords (based on order) | 1 or 2 |
Slide Rails | Slide rail mounting kit | 2 |
Cable Management Brackets | Brackets for organizing cables | 2 |
Screws and Washers | Required for securing slide rails and grounding | Various |
Grounding Kit | Includes a ground lug, screws, and washers | 1 Set |
SFP Transceiver (Optional) | If ordered, SFP/SFP+ modules | As ordered |
Documentation | Quick Start Guide, Safety & Compliance Guide | 1 Set |
Pullout Asset Card | Includes the serial number and QR code for docs | 1 |
Table 2 Hardware Specifications
Feature | 4215 | 4225 | 4245 |
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Form Factor | 1RU | 1RU | 1RU |
Fixed Ports | 8x 1/10/25Gb SFP28 | 8x 1/10/25Gb SFP28 | 8x 1/10/25Gb SFP28 |
Network Module Bays | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Storage | 1.8TB SSD x2 | 1.8TB SSD x2 | 1.8TB SSD x2 |
Power Supply | Dual 1900W AC | Dual 1900W AC | Dual 1900W AC |
Fans | 3 dual fan modules (hot-swappable) | 3 dual fan modules (hot-swappable) | 3 dual fan modules (hot-swappable) |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.39 x 42.9 x 81.28 cm | 4.39 x 42.9 x 81.28 cm | 4.39 x 42.9 x 81.28 cm |
Weight | 19.5 kg | 19.5 kg | 20.8 kg |
Table 3 Chassis Part Numbers
Part Number | Description |
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FPR4200-FTD-HA-BUN | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 series Two Unit High Availability Bundle (will order 2 identical chassis and software subscriptions to be configured as a high-availability pair) |
FPR4215-BUN | Cisco Secure Firewall 4215 Master Bundle |
FPR4225-BUN | Cisco Secure Firewall 4225 Master Bundle |
FPR4245-BUN | Cisco Secure Firewall 4245 Master Bundle |
FPR4215-ASA-K9 | Cisco Secure Firewall 4215 ASA Appliance, 1U, 2x NetMod Bays |
FPR4215-NGFW-K9 | Cisco Secure Firewall 4215 NGFW Appliance, 1RU, 2 x Network Module Bays |
FPR4225-ASA-K9 | Cisco Secure Firewall 4225 ASA Appliance, 1RU, 2 x Network Module Bays |
FPR4225-NGFW-K9 | Cisco Secure Firewall 4225 NGFW Appliance, 1RU, 2 x Network Module Bays |
FPR4245-ASA-K9 | Cisco Secure Firewall 4245 ASA Appliance, 1RU, 2 x Network Module Bays |
FPR4245-NGFW-K9 | Cisco Secure Firewall 4245 NGFW Appliance, 1RU, 2 x Network Module Bays |
Table 4 Interface Expansion Options
Part Number | Description |
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FPR4K-XNM-8X10G | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 8X10G Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-8X25G | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 8X25G Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-4X40G | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 4X40G Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-4X100G | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 4X100G Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-2X100G | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 2X100G Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-6X10SRF | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 6X10G SR Fiber FTW Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-6X10LRF | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 6X10G LR Fiber FTW Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-6X25SRF | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 6X25G SR Fiber FTW Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-6X25LRF | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 6X25G LR Fiber FTW Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-8X1GF | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 8X1G Copper FTW Netmod |
FPR4K-XNM-2X400G | Cisco Secure Firewall 4200 2X400G Netmod |
Performance and Features
Table 5 Cisco Secure Firewall Threat Defense (FTD)
Feature | 4215 | 4225 | 4245 |
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Firewall Throughput | 90 Gbps | 95 Gbps | 180 Gbps |
NGFW Throughput | 65 Gbps | 80 Gbps | 140 Gbps |
IPS Throughput | 65 Gbps | 80 Gbps | 140 Gbps |
Concurrent Sessions | 15M | 30M | 60M |
New Connections/sec | 350K | 600K | 800K |
TLS Decryption Throughput | 20 Gbps | 30 Gbps | 45 Gbps |
IPSec VPN Throughput | 45 Gbps | 80 Gbps | 140 Gbps |
Max VPN Peers | 20,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 |
Table 6 Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA)
Feature | 4215 | 4225 | 4245 |
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Stateful Firewall Throughput | 90 Gbps | 95 Gbps | 180 Gbps |
Concurrent Connections | 40M | 90M | 180M |
New Connections/sec | 1.4M | 1.7M | 2.0M |
IPSec VPN Throughput | 50 Gbps | 60 Gbps | 70 Gbps |
Max VPN Peers | 20,000 | 25,000 | 30,000 |
Use Cases
Enterprise Edge Security
- Protect against zero-day threats, malware, and unauthorized access.
- Secure internet ingress/egress points with advanced IPS and threat intelligence.
Data Center Security
- Deploy as a high-performance firewall with multi-gigabit throughput.
- Support for multi-instance security virtualization for tenant separation.
SD-WAN Security
- Secure branch-to-branch and branch-to-cloud traffic with optimized VPN performance.
- Integrates with Cisco SD-WAN solutions.
High-Availability and Clustering
- Scale out with 16-node clustering for large enterprise and cloud-scale security.