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i. How often should I upgrade the ASDM and ASA software?<br />
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I am confused by the versions on the downloads section of the CISCO website - do I pick the latest version without an ED for stability?<br />
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ii. Is there a correct order? DO I updgrade the ASDM software first, and then ASA or the other way round?
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i. How often should I upgrade the ASDM and ASA software?


I am confused by the versions on the downloads section of the CISCO website - do I pick the latest version without an ED for stability?


ii. Is there a correct order? DO I updgrade the ASDM software first, and then ASA or the other way round?

ASA and ASDM software upgrade - Which version?

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