QUICK START GUIDE
Cisco ASA 5500-X Series
ASA 5512-X, ASA 5515-X, ASA 5525-X, ASA 5545-X, and ASA 5555-X
1 Verifying the Package Contents
2 Powering On the ASA
3 Connecting Interface Cables and Verifying Connectivity
4 Launching ASDM
5 Running the Startup Wizard
6 (Optional) Allowing Access to Public Servers Behind the ASA
7 (Optional) Running VPN Wizards
8 (Optional) Running Other Wizards in ASDM
9 Advanced Configuration
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
Read the safety warnings in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (RCSI),
and follow proper safety procedures when performing the steps in this guide. See
http://www.cisco.com/go/asadocs for links to the RCSI and other documents.
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Software CD
Quick Start
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Welcome Card
Revised: December 8, 2011, 78-20618-01
1 Verifying the Package Contents
Verify the contents of the packing box to ensure that you have received all items necessary to install
your ASA.
ASA 5512-X, ASA 5515-X, or ASA 5525-X
ASA 5512-X, ASA 5515-X, or ASA 5525-X
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Chassis
Power Cord
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4 12-24 Phillips Screws
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Power Cord Retainer
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Yellow Ethernet Cable
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4 10-32 Phillips Screws
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Blue Console Cable PC Terminal Adapter
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Documentation and Software CD
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ASA 5545-X and ASA 5555-X
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Software CD
Quick Start
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Welcome Card
ASA 5545-X or ASA 5555-X Chassis
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Yellow Ethernet Cable
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Power Cord
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Power Cord Retainer
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Blue Console Cable PC Terminal Adapter
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Documentation and Software CD
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Not shown: Slide Rail Kit
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2 Powering On the ASA
Step 1 Attach the power cable to the ASA and connect it to an electrical outlet.
Step 2 Power on the ASA.
Step 3 Check the Power LED on the front of the ASA; if it is solid green, the device is powered on.
Step 4 Check the Status LED on the front of the ASA; after it is solid green, the system has passed
power-on diagnostics.
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