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Re: [fw1-gurus] Query regarding ASA multiple security context Vs checkpoint VSX



It sounds like ASA has a bit less functionality than VSX. VSX does everything that you mentioned ASA does, as well as VPN and dynamic routing.

On IPSO at least, ipsrd (routing daemon) runs in separate instances to provide OSPF for example.

VSX and any other security virtualization technology requires deep technical understanding of network topology, management best practices, redundancy etc. If you don't have these in your organization, outsourcing the management of virtual systems to a reseller might be the best solution.

I am sure that Check Point Sales has presentations and technical write ups of the differences between Cisco's ASA technologies compared to VSX, you should contact them.

Pierre

Gopi Krishna S (gopis) wrote:

Hi Gurus,

I’ve a query regarding the multiple context mode functionality in ASA comparing with CheckPoints VSX.

In ASA multiple-context mode You can partition a single security appliance into multiple virtual devices, known as

security contexts. Each context is an independent device, with its own security policy, interfaces, and administrators.

Multiple contexts are similar to multiple standalone devices. Many features are supported in multiple context mode,

which include routing tables, firewall features, IPS, and management. Some features are not supported, which include

VPN and dynamic routing protocols.

Does this is same as CheckPoint VSX which allows to create virtual systems?? And

Which other CheckPoint’s security appliances support this multiple security contexts??

Your help is highly appreciated in this regard.

Thank You.

Regards

Gopi Krishna.S

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