validation, and voice and video over VPN support. It also provides enhanced support for intelligent information
networks through improved network integration, resiliency, and scalability.
This ASA is a smaller form-factor chassis, intended primarily for desktop or wall-mounting, although one or
two can be mounted in a single rack shelf. The ASA has a standard 1 RU chassis. See
Cisco ASA 5500-X
Series Next-Generation Firewalls
to compare the performance metrics and capabilities of the 5500-X ASAs.
Do not stack the ASA chassis on top of another ASA chassis. If you stack the units, they will overheat,
which causes the units to power cycle.
Caution
Cisco ASA 5506-X, ASA 5506W-X, and ASA 5506H-X Hardware Installation Guide
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Overview
About the ASA 5506-X, ASA 5506W-X, and ASA 5506H-X