Cisco Secure Web Appliance S696, 128GB RAM, 12TB SAS, Dual Xeon 3.1GHz

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  • - Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6346 3.1 GHz processors for high-throughput performance
  • - 128 GB DDR4 RAM supporting resource-intensive security tasks
  • - 12 TB total storage (10 x 1.2 TB SAS) in RAID 10 for data integrity and speed
  • - Hot-swappable 2.5" drives with front-to-back airflow in a 2U rack-mountable chassis
  • - Multiple I/O ports including 4x RJ-45 GbE, USB 3.0, console, and management interfaces
  • - Integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 and support for TAA compliance

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Key Benefits

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  • - Ensures enterprise-level web protection and granular filtering using Talos Security Intelligence
  • - Reduces operational costs and downtime with hot-swappable drives, redundant 1050W PSU, and 80 PLUS Platinum certification
  • - Ready for large-scale deployments with 128 GB RAM, RAID 10 storage, and advanced networking I/O

Product Overview

The Cisco Secure Web Appliance S696 is a high-performance, rack-mountable security appliance designed for enterprise-level cybersecurity needs. Powered by two Intel Xeon Gold 6346 3.1 GHz processors and 128 GB DDR4 RAM, it handles intensive web filtering and real-time threat detection. The appliance includes 12 TB of SAS storage (10x1.2 TB) in RAID 10 configuration, ensuring both performance and data redundancy.

Occupying 2U of rack space with front-to-back airflow, the S696 features 4 GbE ports, specialized management interfaces, and hot-swappable components like fans and drives for minimal downtime. With built-in Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 and support for TAA compliance, it integrates well within government and enterprise security infrastructures. Leveraging Talos Security Intelligence and delivered with Cisco WSA AsyncOS 15.2 or later, the S696 provides robust web security while reducing total cost of ownership through its 80 PLUS Platinum energy-efficient power design.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Security Appliance
Form Factor Rack-mountable - 2U
Airflow Direction Front to back airflow
Weight 30.8 lbs
Power Requirements AC 100-120/200-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Power Redundancy Yes
Power Provided 1050 Watt
80 PLUS Certification 80 PLUS Platinum
Included Accessories Rack rails kit
Operating System Cisco WSA AsyncOS 15.2 and later
Manufacturer Warranty 90-day warranty

Wireless Features

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin United States
TAA Compliant Yes

Advanced Security Features

Trusted Platform Module TPM 2.0
Security OS Cisco WSA AsyncOS
Web Filtering Real-time, category-based filtering
Malware Protection Yes (via Cisco Talos integration)
Traffic Inspection Real-time HTTPS decryption and inspection
Policy Control Granular content control policies

Interfaces

Number of Ethernet Ports 4 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45
Console Port 1 x RJ-45
USB Ports 2 x USB 3.0 - Type A
Management Port 1 x dedicated management port
Remote Power Cycle Port 1 x RPC
Video Port 1 x VGA - DB-15
Data Link Protocols Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Connectivity Technology Wired

Physical & Environmental

Dimensions (W x D x H) 16.9 in x 29.5 in x 3.4 in
Min Operating Temperature 41 °F
Max Operating Temperature 95 °F
Operating Humidity Range 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Fans 6 fans, hot-swappable
Expansion Bays Hot-swap - 2.5"
RAID Level RAID 10
Drive Bays 10 x 2.5" SAS, hot-swappable

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Interface Web-based GUI, CLI over SSH/Console
Cloud Intelligence Source Cisco Talos Security Intelligence

System Hardware

Processor 2 x Intel Xeon Gold 6346 - 3.1 GHz
Installed Processor Qty 2
Max Supported Processor Qty 2
RAM 128 GB DDR4 SDRAM
Storage 12 TB total SAS storage (10 x 1.2TB)