Finding a network security appliance with exactly the right throughput, interface options, and threat protection for all the different segments of your network is hard enough. even if you find the perfect match for your requirements now, it's tough to plan for what you'll need in the future - especially within your current budget.the cisco firepower™ 8000 series appliances help future proof your security appliance decision. they marry an extensible modular platform with the industry's best threat protection, according to testing by nss labs. they are designed to fit your network requirements today and in the future.