08-13-2021 06:49 AM
Hi all,
Not great on these and trying to learn.
I would like to know, what the SSD is used for in the ASA firewalls. And can I put a new one in as a replacement, say a Samsung SSD?
Does it store any confidential / configuration data?
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08-15-2021 01:29 AM
@Reg80 in which case just reimage the device, this will wipe the configuration and all data.
https://edledge.com/re-image-asa-sfr-module/
If not and you have a spare SSD, you could connect it and see if it is accepted.
08-13-2021 06:56 AM
The SSD drive on the ASA hardware devices runs the Firepower module, which provides the NGFW features - so it stores the firepower application and it's associated configuration data.
HTH
08-13-2021 07:12 AM
The SSD in ASA, SFR, Source Fire Module.
08-15-2021 01:21 AM
Thanks both.
Would this data be dangerous if someone else were to get hold of the SSD with the firewall?
I am thinking of selling the unit.
If I replaced and put another SSD in, I presume another brand of SSD would be fine, other than CISCO?
08-15-2021 01:29 AM
@Reg80 in which case just reimage the device, this will wipe the configuration and all data.
https://edledge.com/re-image-asa-sfr-module/
If not and you have a spare SSD, you could connect it and see if it is accepted.
08-15-2021 01:38 AM
Thanks Rob,
1 last question. I think I will wipe the config and then secure wipe the SSD and send together.
Thank you!!!
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