Network attacks can cripple a small office in minutes, leaving you scrambling for data and reputation. The Cisco Secure Firewall 1230 10 Gbit/s 18 Gbps Desktop Firewall is a compact, high-performance security appliance that sits on your desk and protects every connection, keeping your business online and your data safe.
Usages of a 18 Gbps Desktop Firewall
Ideal for branch offices, remote workstations or any environment that needs enterprise-grade protection without a rack, this firewall handles heavy traffic, VPN tunnels and rapid new-connection bursts, ensuring smooth daily operations for up to 400 000 concurrent sessions.
Benefits of Cisco Desktop Firewall
- Fast throughput: 18 Gbps of stateful inspection keeps applications responsive even under load.
- High capacity: 350 000 new connections per second let you scale without bottlenecks.
- VPN support: Up to 500 IPsec peers provide secure remote access for staff.
- Compact design: 1.7 in height and 9.35 lb weight fit neatly on a desk.
- Easy management: Built-in console cable and clear status indicators simplify setup.
Cisco Desktop Firewall
Choosing this firewall means you get enterprise security in a desktop form factor, eliminating the need for bulky rack units. Its 10 Gigabit Ethernet and multiple SFP+ ports give you flexible, wired connectivity while the single fan and auto-duplex features reduce noise and maintenance. With compliance to a wide range of safety and electromagnetic standards, you can trust it to operate reliably in any office environment.
Key Features of a 18 Gbps Desktop Firewall
- Throughput: 18 Gbps. Provides rapid inspection of traffic for uninterrupted work.
- New connections per second: 350 000. Handles sudden spikes in user activity.
- Concurrent connections: 400 000. Supports many devices without slowdown.
- VPN peers: 500. Enables secure remote connections for a large workforce.
- Interfaces: 8 × 1000Base-T RJ-45, 4 × 1000Base-X/10GBase-X SFP+. Offers versatile wired networking options.
- Management port: RJ-45. Allows dedicated admin access separate from data traffic.
- Power: External power adapter. Simplifies installation and reduces internal heat.
- Dimensions: 1.7 in × 11.2 in × 17.2 in. Fits comfortably on a desk or shelf.
- Weight: 9.35 lb. Easy to move when re-configuring office layouts.
- Operating temperature: 32 °F - 104 °F. Reliable performance in typical office climates.
Specifications
| Compatibility Information |
| Compatibility Information / Designed For |
P/N: CON-OSP-CSF1230A, CON-SSSNP-CSF1230A |
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Cables Included |
1 x console cable - 6 ft |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category |
Gray |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards |
UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS 60950-1, UL 62368-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 62368-1, EN 62368-1, IEC 62368-1, AS/NZS 62368-1, FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Class A, AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A, CISPR 22 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, VCCI Class A, EN 61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, KN22 Class A, CNS 13438 Class A, EN 300386, TCVN 7189, EN55024, CISPR 24, KN24, TVCN 7317, EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11 |
| Networking |
| Networking / Capacity |
New connections per second: 350000 ¦ Concurrent firewall connections: 400000 ¦ Maximum VPN peers: 500 |
| Networking / Status Indicators |
Link/activity/speed, management, alarm, system, power, SFP, SSD activity |
| Networking / Data Link Protocol |
10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking / Type |
Security appliance |
| Networking / Form Factor |
Desktop |
| Networking / Connectivity Technology |
Wired |
| Networking / Features |
High Availability, reset button, 1 fan, auto duplex mode, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X) |
| Networking / Performance |
Stateful inspection firewall throughput: 18 Gbps ¦ Stateful inspection firewall throughput (multiprotocol): 15 Gbps ¦ IPsec VPN throughput (450B UDP L2L test): 15 Gbps |
| Header |
| Header / Model |
1230 |
| Header / Product Line |
Cisco Secure Firewall |
| Header / Packaged Quantity |
1 |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions & Weight / Height |
1.7in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Width |
11.2in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Depth |
17.2in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Weight |
9.35lbs |
| Environmental Parameters |
| Environmental Parameters / Min Operating Temperature |
32 °F |
| Environmental Parameters / Max Operating Temperature |
104 °F |
| Environmental Parameters / Humidity Range Operating |
5 - 85% (non-condensing) |
| General |
| General / Depth |
17.2 in |
| General / Width |
11.2 in |
| General / Weight |
9.35 lbs |
| General / Device Type |
Security appliance |
| General / Height |
1.7 in |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces |
8 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 ¦ 4 x 1000Base-X/10GBase-X - SFP+ ¦ 1 x serial / console - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x management - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x USB 3.0 - Type A ¦ 1 x USB - Type C |
| Power |
| Power / Power Device |
External power adapter |
