Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Firewall Services Module for Catalyst 6500 and 7600 Series

Features

• Advanced firewall services module specifically designed for the Catalyst 6500 and 7600 Series.
• Enables robust firewall security tailored for enterprise and service provider environments.
• Provides stateful packet inspection and protection against various network threats.
• Supports multiple security policies and user authentication methods.
• Seamlessly integrates with VPNs, delivering secure remote access capabilities.
• Ensures high availability with failover support.
• Offers comprehensive logging and real-time alerts for enhanced network monitoring.
• Enables scalability with support for up to 1 million concurrent connections.

Technical Specifications

• Compatibility: Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series and 7600 Series
• Performance: Up to 5 Gbps firewall throughput
• Maximum Concurrent Connections: Up to 1 million
• Network Interfaces: Integrates within the existing chassis, no additional external ports
• Protocols Supported: IPv4, IPv6, TCP, UDP, ICMP, and more
• Security Features: Stateful Packet Inspection, Network Address Translation (NAT), Access Control Lists (ACLs), VPN termination
• High Availability: Stateful failover for enhanced network resilience
• Management: Cisco IOS Software for unified command-line and graphical interface management
• Dimensions: Standard slot-based module for Catalyst 6500 and 7600 chassis
• Power Requirements: Compatible with the power supply requirements of the host chassis

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Firewall Services Module?

The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 is a Firewall Services Module designed for use with Cisco Catalyst 6500 and 7600 Series switches. It provides high-security firewall capabilities within the network infrastructure, offering advanced features such as stateful inspection, deep packet inspection, and access control policies.

• Which switches are compatible with the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Module?

The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Firewall Services Module is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches and Cisco 7600 Series routers.

• What are the key features of the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Firewall Services Module?

The key features of the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 include stateful inspection firewall, deep packet inspection, high availability configuration options, access control lists, application-layer protocol inspection, and support for multiple security contexts for virtual firewalls.

• How do I install the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Module?

To install the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Module, you need to power down the switch or router (if hot-swapping is not supported), insert the module into an available slot in the chassis, secure it firmly, and then power the device back on. After physical installation, configuration through the command-line interface (CLI) or a network management tool may be required.

• What types of network traffic can the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 firewall inspect?

The Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 firewall can inspect a wide range of network traffic, including but not limited to HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, DNS, and more. It supports stateful inspection and deep packet inspection to provide robust security.

• Can the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 Firewall Services Module be used for VPNs?

While the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 provides extensive firewall services, it does not natively support VPN termination. For VPN functionalities, Cisco recommends using a dedicated VPN module or appliance in conjunction with the firewall module.

• Is the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 suitable for high-availability deployments?

Yes, the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 supports high-availability configurations. It can be deployed in active/active or active/standby pairs to ensure continuous operation and redundancy.

• Does the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 support multiple security contexts?

Yes, the Cisco WS-SVC-FWM-1-K9 supports multiple security contexts, which allow you to create virtual firewalls within a single physical module. This feature is particularly useful for service providers and multi-tenant environments where segmentation of security policies is required.

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