Product Type | Network Devices |
Model | WSA S696F |
Form Factor | 2RU |
Rack Height | 2U |
Processor / Manufacturer | Intel |
Processor / Clock Speed | 3.1 GHz |
RAM / Total Installed Size | 128 GB |
Hard Drive Capacity | 12 TB |
Hard Drive Configuration | 10 x 1.2 TB SAS |
Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
Power / Voltage Required | 100 to 120 V AC, 200 to 240 V AC |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Networking Type | Ethernet |
Cisco Secure Web Appliance S696 Chassis, 128GB RAM, 12-Port
Key Benefits

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- High memory and processing power enable advanced security features without performance bottlenecks.
- Twelve network interfaces, including SFP+ and RJ45, support versatile deployment in complex infrastructures.
- TAA compliance positions the unit for government and federal network environments requiring certified hardware.
Product Overview
The Cisco Secure Web Appliance Fiber S696 delivers enterprise-class web threat protection with a powerful Intel processor at 3.1 GHz and 128 GB RAM. Housed in a 2RU chassis, the unit supports ten 1.2 TB SAS hard drives for extensive storage and operational bandwidth.
It includes twelve network ports, covering SFP+, USB, VGA, RJ45, proxy, and traffic interfaces, ensuring extensive connectivity in complex environments. The wired Ethernet design supports Gigabit data transfer and seamless integration into enterprise frameworks.
Designed for professional and compliance-driven environments, it operates across commercial AC voltages and is TAA-compliant. This makes it a reliable and scalable solution for secure web access gateways in both enterprise and government sectors.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 16.9 Inch |
Depth | 29.5 Inch |
Height | 3.4 Inch |
Weight | 41.23 lbs (approximate, based on S-series chassis) |
Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Support | Yes, via Cisco Security Management Appliance (SMA) |
Licensing Model | Subscription-based |
Included Licenses | Base license; advanced threat, malware, and URL filtering licenses sold separately |
Management Interface | Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, Cisco SMA integration |
Interfaces
Networking / Ports Qty | 12 |
Data Transfer Rate | 1 Gbps |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Interfaces | Management ports, Proxy ports, Traffic ports, 1-Gb dedicated port, USB ports, 1-Gb RJ45 serial port, SFP+ ports, VGA |
SFP+ Ports | Yes |
RJ45 Ports | Yes |
USB Ports | Yes |
VGA Ports | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, cUL, IEC/EN/CSA-C22.2 No.60950-1, FCC Class A, CE Mark, VCCI, ICES, RCM, BSMI, KC |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Web Threat Protection | Yes |
Malware Defense | Yes |
URL Filtering | Yes |
SSL Encryption and Inspection | Yes |
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) | Yes |
Policy Enforcement | Yes |