Overview
Check your software version and reimage if necessary, obtain your licenses, and make sure you can connect.
The Secure Firewall 1200 connects and protects the distributed enterprise. It extends Cisco’s enterprise security policy and threat inspection to users and devices in branch offices and smaller sites. Powered by an efficient network processor, the Secure Firewall 1200 delivers high levels of security policy and threat defense without compromising user experience.
Configure an ASA using ASDM.
Cable the firewall
Learn how to cable the Secure Firewall 1210/20 so you can complete the initial hardware setup and prepare required ports for network connectivity before configuration.
Power on the firewall
How to power on the Secure Firewall 1210/20 and confirm it started successfully by checking the front-panel LEDs for power and system status.
Which application is installed: Firewall Threat Defense or ASA?
Learn how to determine whether your Secure Firewall 1210/20 is running Firewall Threat Defense or ASA by connecting to the console port and identifying the CLI prompt.
Access the ASA CLI
How to access the ASA CLI on the Secure Firewall 1210/20 for basic configuration and troubleshooting, including entering privileged EXEC mode and global configuration mode.
Obtain licenses
Learn how to obtain Secure Firewall 1210/20 licenses in Cisco Smart Software Manager and Cisco Commerce Workspace, including identifying required license types and the license PIDs used to order additional entitlements.