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Chapter 3 Installing the Adaptive Security Appliance
Installing the Adaptive Security Appliance
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4GE SSM
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Ethernet port
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Connect one RJ-45 connector to the Ethernet port of the 4GE SSM.
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Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your network device, such as a router, switch or
hub.
Note
The 4GE SSM is optional, this connection is necessary only if you have installed the 4GE SSM
on the adaptive security appliance.
Figure 3-7
Connecting to the RJ-45 port
Note
When using the 4GE SSM you can use the same numbered copper ports (RJ-45) and the SFP ports at the
same time. Use the
media-type
command in interface configuration mode to set the media type to copper
or fiber Gigabit Ethernet. For a complete description of the command syntax, see the
Cisco ASA 5500
Series Command Reference
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SFP modules
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Insert and slide the SFP module into the SFP port until you hear a click. The click indicates that
the SFP module is locked into the port.
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Remove the optical port plugs from the installed SFP as shown in
Figure 3-8
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