60 Mbps Throughput, 4 LAN Ports, Features: DoS Prevention, Content Filtering, URL Filtering
The Cisco PIX 501 Security Appliance provides several options for securing all network communications between mobile users, small offices, and corporate networks over low-cost Internet connections.
Price Range: $295 - $470
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MPN: PIX-501-BUN-K9
Connectivity: Wired
Firewall Features: DoS Prevention, Content Filtering, URL Filtering
NAT Support: PAT, NAT Traversal
Clear Text Throughput: 60 Mbps
VPN Throughput: 6 Mbps
Concurrent Connections: 7500
Processor Speed: 133 MHz
Installed RAM: 16 MB
LAN Ports: 4
Transport Protocol: IPSec, PPPoE, TCP/IP, UDP/IP
DHCP Support: Client, Server
Remote Management Protocol: SNMP
Authentication: RADIUS, TACACS+
Encryption Standards: DES, 3DES, AES, IKE
Included Licenses: 10 Users
Width: 6.25 in.
Depth: 5.5 in.
Height: 1 in.
Weight: 0.75 lb.
Product ID: 20232565
A good idea for the SOHO market
Author's Rating:
Pros: trustworthy PIX OS, reliable, VPN options
Cons: low processor speed and memory
The Bottom Line: The PIX 501 is not the most modern unit, but it offers a lot of big-iron features for the price. Small business owners and CCNA candidates should consider it.
Review: The PIX 501 is the smallest model in Cisco's PIX line of firewalls. It's primary intent is for the SOHO market. While the PIX line is no longer being produced by Cisco, replaced with the ASA devices, the PIX 501 is still widely available. Google... Read Full Review by kurt_g, Dec 30, 2007
Author's Rating:
Pros: Solid performance home to medium sized business, full set of security measures, VPN capabilities
Cons: Need to understand how networks and Internet works.
The Bottom Line: null
Review: This is the only firewall to use. It has it all: VPN clients that are included in the cost of the unit, a set of intrusion detections rules/filters that work, and most of all access control lists (ACL's) that are understandable. If you're worried about... Read Full Review by mn-pcwiz, Sep 10, 2006
Security against the Barbarians
Author's Rating:
Pros: Very stable and well proven design. Effective
Cons: Very weak web interface. Requires geek knowledge to configure
The Bottom Line: Very effective firewall. Industry proven. ICSA certified
Review: While many people think that 400 bucks for a firewall is obscene, it's more obscene to spend 50 dollars on something that LOOKS like a firewall and is intended to protect your personal information, bank records and other highly sought after information... Read Full Review by Wybnormal, Dec 11, 2004
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Pros: industry standard firewall outstanding support from Cisco
Cons: more expense then other home firewalls command line config is complex - use HTTP
The Bottom Line: null
Review: to many home/small office users looking for a firewall product might think"$500 for a firewall?? are you crazy I can get a linksys bef-sx41 alot cheaper"Cisco Pix is not your"average"firewall that Simply does Stateful packet inspection, but include... Read Full Review by kevinfor, Sep 7, 2003
