Cisco FPR2130-NGFW-K9 | Firepower 2130 NGFW Firewall, 12-Port Gigabit, 4x 10G SFP+

Q: What software images does the FPR2130-NGFW-K9 support?
A: The Firepower 2130 runs either Cisco Secure Firewall Threat Defense software (NGFW mode) or Cisco ASA software. It can be deployed in both firewall and dedicated IPS modes, with management via Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) or local device manager.

Q: Can I expand the port density on this appliance?
A: Yes, the FPR2130 includes one Network Module slot that supports the FPR-NM-8X10G module, adding 8x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports. This brings the total interface count to 24 Ethernet ports (12x 1G copper, 4x 10G SFP+, 8x 10G SFP+ via module).

Q: What advanced security features are included?
A: The platform provides Application Visibility and Control (AVC), next-generation intrusion prevention (NGIPS), Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) for Networks, and URL filtering. The dual multicore CPU architecture optimizes firewall, cryptographic, and threat inspection functions simultaneously.

Q: Is this suitable for high-availability deployments?
A: Yes, the FPR2130 supports high-availability configurations with active/standby failover. It features dual hot-swappable power supplies and 3+1 redundant fans for hardware-level redundancy, ensuring continuous operation even during component failures.

Q: What is the maximum VPN capacity?
A: The Firepower 2130 supports up to 2,000 concurrent VPN tunnels with 1.5 Gbps VPN throughput. It can handle up to 7,500 VPN peers, making it suitable for distributed enterprise networks requiring secure remote connectivity.