ASA with Firepower

[Banjia0011]

I am looking into buying ASA with Firepower which can be managed by FireSight. Which is my best option between ASA 5506-x, 5508-x, 5512-x, 5515-x and 5516-x. Ability to manage the Firepower with Firesight is key.

[Rahul Govindan]

All of the above can be managed by the Firepower management center ( formerly Firesight). It really depends on the the throughput required through the firewall with different features turned on. Among the ones stated, 5516-x has the best capability. I would recommend you look at the datasheet for sizing details to choose the right one for your environment.

[Banjia0011]

Thank you very much Rahul clarification. This is what I thought until I watched a video where it was stated that 5506-x to 5516-x can only be managed by the Firesight component of ASDM. I have a small environment, so I will most likely settle for 5508-x.

[Rahul Govindan · Accepted solution]

No problem. The Firepower release notes should be confirmation in case of any doubt:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/security/firepower/620/relnotes/Firepower_System_Release_Notes_Version_620/management_capability.html#id_38695

[Banjia0011]

The release note says it all. Thank you so much Rahul.