Cisco Catalyst 6500/7600 Series ASA Service module provides the seamless integration of Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switch and Cisco 7600 Series router to offer unmatched security, reliability and performance in a single blade. The ASA Services Module makes it easy to add full firewall capabilities to an existing infrastructure by sliding a blade into an empty slot in an existing Catalyst 6500 Series switch or Cisco 7600 Series router - no additional rack space, cabling, power, or physical interface is required. helps data centers increase effectiveness and efficiency in protecting their networks and applications, it also works in tandem with other modules in the chassis to deliver robust security throughout the entire chassis, effectively making every port a security port.