Cisco 20-Port FS-SMR Licensed with 2 Ports Enabled
This Cisco platform software license unlocks advanced network features, enabling 2 ports for your business's critical infrastructure.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to software features and ongoing support.
- Enabled Ports: Activates 2 specific ports on the Cisco platform for immediate use.
- Feature Access: Grants entitlement to the software functionalities associated with the FS-SMR license.
- Compliance: Ensures your network hardware operates with the necessary licensed software for regulatory adherence.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco 20-Port FS-SMR Licensed with 2 Ports Enabled is a platform software subscription that activates specific functionalities and capacity on compatible Cisco hardware. This license provides the entitlement to utilize the features of the FS-SMR software, with 2 ports designated for active use within your network environment.
This solution is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within small to mid-market businesses who require licensed access to advanced network features. It integrates directly with existing Cisco network platforms, ensuring that your infrastructure operates within vendor specifications and compliance requirements.
- Platform Software: A subscription license for Cisco network platforms.
- Port Activation: Enables 2 specific ports for operational use.
- Feature Unlock: Provides access to the FS-SMR software capabilities.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable recurring costs for software access and support.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your network hardware is properly licensed.
This Cisco license subscription is ideal for businesses needing to activate specific network features and ensure compliance without the overhead of enterprise-level procurement.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Features
Enable teams to activate sophisticated routing, switching, or security features on their Cisco network platforms. Streamline network operations by unlocking the full potential of your hardware investment.
on-premises data centers, campus networks, branch office deployments, hybrid cloud environments
Ensure Software Compliance
Maintain strict adherence to Cisco's licensing agreements and regulatory requirements. Avoid potential penalties or service interruptions by ensuring all deployed network hardware is properly licensed.
businesses with IT audit requirements, organizations managing regulated data, companies with strict vendor compliance policies
Activate Specific Port Capacity
Grant immediate operational access to 2 designated ports on your Cisco platform. Support increased bandwidth demands or new service integrations by activating necessary port capacity.
network expansion projects, service upgrades, infrastructure modernization initiatives
Key Features
FS-SMR Software Functionality
Access to advanced features that enhance network performance, security, and manageability.
2-Port Enablement
Provides immediate operational capacity for 2 specific ports on the Cisco platform.
Subscription Licensing
Offers predictable recurring costs and continuous access to software updates and support.
Cisco Platform Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration with specified Cisco network hardware.
Compliance Assurance
Guarantees that your network hardware is properly licensed, meeting vendor and regulatory standards.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable network infrastructure to handle sensitive data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, making licensed advanced features essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must maintain HIPAA compliance and ensure continuous network availability for critical patient care systems, necessitating robust and properly licensed network hardware.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often rely on precise network control for operational technology (OT) and automation, demanding stable, licensed network solutions to prevent costly downtime.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies operate under stringent security mandates and compliance frameworks, requiring certified and licensed technology to protect sensitive information and ensure service continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FS-SMR license?
The FS-SMR license is a platform software subscription from Cisco that unlocks specific features and capabilities on compatible network hardware. This particular offering enables 2 ports for operational use.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is designed for specific Cisco network platforms. The MPN NCS2K-FSSMR-2-LIC suggests compatibility with the Cisco Network Convergence System 2000 series, but verification with your specific hardware model is recommended.
What is the billing model?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning you pay recurring fees for access to the software features and support over a defined term.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.