Cisco Firepower 2120 Next-Generation Firewall
The Cisco Firepower 2120 NGFW is a threat-focused next-generation firewall appliance designed for organizations requiring enterprise-grade network security across Internet edge and data center deployments. This Firepower 2100 Series platform delivers superior threat defense and business resiliency through advanced inspection capabilities, dual multicore CPU architecture, and integrated cryptographic processing. Ideal for mid-to-large enterprises, managed service providers, and security-conscious organizations, the Firepower 2120 maintains exceptional sustained performance even with advanced security services enabled, protecting critical assets from sophisticated cyber threats.
Key Features
- Dual multicore CPU architecture optimizes firewall, cryptographic, and threat inspection functions simultaneously
- Next-generation firewall (NGFW) capabilities with advanced threat defense and intrusion prevention
- Supports Cisco ASA Firewall or Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) software deployment
- 5-Year Security Plus license included for comprehensive threat protection and updates
- Exceptional sustained performance with advanced security services enabled
- Flexible deployment from Internet edge to data center environments
- Integrated threat inspection and advanced malware protection
- Cisco Secure Firewall platform integration for unified security management
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Product Series |
Firepower 2100 Series |
| Model |
Firepower 2120 |
| Part Number |
C1S1-5Y-FP2120 |
| License Type |
Security Plus License |
| License Duration |
5 Years |
| Platform Type |
Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) |
| Supported Software |
Cisco ASA Firewall or Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) |
| CPU Architecture |
Dual Multicore Processors |
| Primary Use Cases |
Internet Edge, Data Center, Enterprise Network Security |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a next-generation firewall and how does the Firepower 2120 differ from traditional firewalls?
A next-generation firewall (NGFW) like the Cisco Firepower 2120 goes beyond basic packet filtering to provide advanced threat inspection, intrusion prevention, application awareness, and malware protection. The Firepower 2120's dual multicore CPU architecture enables simultaneous processing of firewall rules, cryptographic operations, and deep threat inspection, delivering superior performance and threat defense compared to traditional firewalls.
What does the 5-Year Security Plus license include?
The 5-Year Security Plus license bundled with the C1S1-5Y-FP2120 provides comprehensive threat protection, regular security updates, threat intelligence feeds, and advanced security services for five years. This ensures your Cisco Secure Firewall appliance remains protected against emerging threats throughout the license period.
Can the Firepower 2120 be deployed in both edge and data center environments?
Yes, the Firepower 2100 Series is designed for flexible deployment across multiple use cases, from Internet edge protection to data center security. The Firepower 2120 supports both Cisco ASA Firewall and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) software, allowing you to choose the optimal security posture for your specific network architecture.
How does the dual multicore CPU architecture improve firewall performance?
The dual multicore CPU in the Cisco Firepower 2120 NGFW optimizes performance by distributing firewall processing, cryptographic operations, and threat inspection functions across multiple cores simultaneously. This parallel processing capability maintains exceptional sustained performance even when advanced security services are enabled, preventing performance degradation that typically occurs with traditional single-core firewall appliances.
