C O N T E N T S
C H A P T E R 1
Overview
1
About the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X
1
Package Contents
2
Front Panel
3
Rear Panel
3
LEDs
4
Network Ports
6
Console Ports
6
Internal and External Flash Storage
6
Solid State Drive
7
Power Supply Modules
7
Hardware Specifications
7
Power Cord Specifications
8
C H A P T E R 2
Installation Preparation
17
Installation Warnings
17
Safety Recommendations
18
Maintain Safety with Electricity
18
Prevent Electrostatic Discharge Damage
19
Site Environment
19
Site Considerations
20
Power Supply Considerations
20
Equipment Rack Configuration Considerations
20
C H A P T E R 3
Mount and Connect
21
Rack-mount the ASA
21
Connect Cables, Turn on Power, and Verify Connectivity
22
Connect to a Console Terminal or PC
24
Cisco ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X Hardware Installation Guide
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