Cisco Firepower 2100

Building on Cisco’s legacy of dependable and scalable firewall solutions, the Firepower 2100 Series ushers in a new era of advanced network security. While earlier Cisco firewall models, like the ASA 5500-X series, offered strong protection, they lacked the high throughput and comprehensive threat defense needed in today’s dynamic environments. The Firepower 2100 Series fills these gaps with integrated threat intelligence, improved VPN capabilities, and superior performance for small and large organizations. Designed for seamless integration, these appliances ensure high availability and simple management. With ongoing updates and support, Cisco Firepower 2100 delivers proactive threat prevention, making it a trusted option for businesses looking to update their security infrastructure and keep ahead of changing cyber threats.

Currently the Cisco Firepower 2100 appliance is supported but no being sold. For better replacement contact us. Although, the Cisco Firepower 2100 smart licenses are available.

Cisco Firepower 2100 Models & Specs

Performance, scalability, and security are all balanced in the Cisco Firepower 2100 Series, which comes in a number of models designed to meet various organizational needs. Every model is designed to provide high concurrent session capacity and throughput, guaranteeing the best possible protection for expanding network demands. Each of the Firepower 2110, 2120, 2130, and 2140 models in the series has a different bandwidth and VPN user capacity. These models are appropriate for both branch offices and enterprise data centers because they provide secure remote access, application visibility, and advanced threat defense . The adaptable architecture guarantees effective resource use and future-proof security investments by enabling organizations to choose the best model based on their unique needs. for Cisco Firepower 2110 vs 2120 vs 2130 vs 2140 comparison refer to following chart:

Cisco Firepower 2100 delivers higher performance and lower latency when running ASA software, while FTD image offers deeper threat inspection and unified security management at the cost of slightly reduced throughput. Overall, The Cisco Firepower 2100 Series provides datasheet-based firewall throughput from 3 Gbps (FPR-2110) up to 20 Gbps (FPR-2140),  and Cisco Firepower 2100 VPN performance and max sessions from 1 to 4 M sessions supporting Next-Generation Firewall and IPS functions for mid-sized enterprise deployments.

Planning a refresh? Consider Cisco Firepower 3100

Organizations must make plans for the future because the Cisco Firepower 2100 Series is no longer sold, but it is still supported for deployments that are already in place. Cisco Firepower 2100 replacement Firepower 3100,  provides scalable threat defense, integrated firewall features, and streamlined management via Cisco FMC, all of which are designed for mid-range performance. Although dependable, its throughput capacity and hardware limitations might not be able to keep up with changing network demands. Cisco advises upgrading to the Cisco Firepower 3100 Series for future-proofing, but current support guarantees ongoing software updates and security patches.

For How to migrate from Firepower 2100 to 3100 contact our technical team and experts.

Cisco Firepower 2100 Smart Licensing & Subscriptions

To unlock the full capabilities of your Firewall, appropriate license entitlements (T, URL, M) is essential. Cisco offers two main types of licenses for this series:

• PLR License: A permanent license providing continuous access to all features and online updates without the need for periodic renewal. (Requires Approval)
• Smart License: TMC is a subscription-based license that comes with all the necessary features and needs to be renewed on a regular basis. This license guarantees continuous access to the most recent security patches and cutting-edge threat defense.

Smart licenses are available in different duration to suit organizational needs. For Cisco Firepower 2100 Smart Licensing (T/URL/M) guide check the following:

• 1-Year Smart License:
  • L-FPR2110T-TMC-1Y (Firepower 2110)
  • L-FPR2120T-TMC-1Y (Firepower 2120)
  • L-FPR2130T-TMC-1Y (Firepower 2130)
  • L-FPR2140T-TMC-1Y (Firepower 2140)
• 3-Year Smart License:
  • L-FPR2110T-TMC-3Y (Firepower 2110)
  • L-FPR2120T-TMC-3Y (Firepower 2120)
  • L-FPR2130T-TMC-3Y (Firepower 2130)
  • L-FPR2140T-TMC-3Y (Firepower 2140)

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For organizations seeking to maximize their security posture, consulting with Nethorizon certified experts is recommended to determine the most suitable licensing strategy based on network size, threat landscape, and budget considerations. Contact us today to inquire about the latest prices, exclusive offers, and expert consultation on Cisco Firepower 2100 solutions tailored to your organization’s needs.