Cisco Firepower 9300 FXOS CLI Configuration Guide

Introduction to the Firepower Security Appliance

The Cisco Firepower 9300 chassis is a next-generation platform designed for network and content security solutions. It is part of the Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) Security Solution, offering an agile, open, and secure platform built for scalability, consistent control, and simplified management.

Key features of the Firepower 9300 chassis include:

A modular, chassis-based security system for high performance and flexible configurations.
Firepower Chassis Manager, a graphical user interface for streamlined status monitoring and configuration.
FXOS CLI, providing a command-based interface for configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
FXOS REST API for programmatic configuration and management.

CLI Overview

The FXOS CLI is organized hierarchically, with EXEC mode as the highest level. Users navigate through modes using commands like create, enter, and scope. The CLI prompt indicates the current mode within the hierarchy.

Managed objects represent physical or logical entities within the system, such as chassis, modules, ports, licenses, and user roles. These objects can have configurable properties.

For detailed information on command modes and their usage, refer to the relevant sections within this guide.

Getting Started

This section covers the initial steps for setting up and accessing the Firepower 9300 chassis via the FXOS CLI, including task flow and console port configuration.

License Management

Learn about Smart Software Licensing for the ASA, including prerequisites, guidelines, and device registration.

User Management

Discover how to manage user accounts, define guidelines for usernames and passwords, and configure authentication methods.

Image Management

This section details the process of downloading, verifying, and upgrading system software images for the Firepower 9300 chassis.

Platform Settings

Configure essential platform settings such as IP addresses, date and time, time zones, SSH, Telnet, and SNMP.

Interface Management

Understand how to configure and manage interfaces, including physical interfaces, EtherChannels, and breakout cables.

Logical Devices

This section provides information on managing logical devices, including standalone and clustered configurations, and high availability setups.

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