Cisco 5G NSA Enablement Fee
This Cisco 5G NSA Enablement Fee unlocks critical network capabilities, ensuring your infrastructure is ready for next-generation mobile connectivity.
- Compliance Assurance: Guarantees adherence to 5G standards and regulatory requirements.
- Feature Access: Enables advanced 5G Non-Standalone functionalities for enhanced network performance.
- Continued Operation: Supports the ongoing operation and evolution of your Cisco network infrastructure.
- Future Readiness: Positions your business to capitalize on the benefits of 5G technology.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco 5G NSA Enablement Fee is a platform software license that unlocks the necessary features and capacity for your Cisco network to operate in a 5G Non-Standalone mode. This subscription-based license ensures your existing infrastructure can integrate with and support 5G services, providing a pathway to enhanced mobile broadband and low-latency applications.
This enablement fee is designed for businesses that utilize Cisco networking hardware and are looking to adopt or expand their 5G capabilities. It is suitable for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who need to ensure their network infrastructure is compliant and capable of supporting new mobile technologies without the overhead of a complete hardware overhaul.
- Enables 5G NSA Functionality: Activates the software features required for 5G Non-Standalone network operation.
- Subscription-Based: Provides ongoing access to features and updates under a defined billing term.
- Platform Specific: Applies to Cisco's ASR 5000 series platforms, ensuring compatibility.
- Compliance and Regulation: Addresses the need for network compliance with evolving 5G standards.
- Performance Enhancement: Prepares the network for the speed and latency benefits of 5G.
This Cisco enablement fee is the strategic choice for mid-market businesses aiming to integrate 5G NSA capabilities efficiently and compliantly.
What This Enables
Enable 5G Non-Standalone Network Operation
Enable teams to activate advanced 5G NSA features on their existing Cisco infrastructure. Streamline the integration of new mobile technologies to support enhanced data speeds and reduced latency for business-critical applications.
businesses with existing Cisco core network, organizations planning mobile service expansion, IT departments managing network upgrades, companies seeking future-proof infrastructure
Ensure Network Compliance with 5G Standards
Automate adherence to evolving 5G NSA technical specifications and regulatory requirements. Protect against potential service disruptions or penalties stemming from non-compliance with industry standards.
telecommunications providers, enterprises with private 5G networks, IT infrastructure managers, network operations centers
Support Enhanced Mobile Broadband Services
Streamline the delivery of high-speed mobile data services to end-users and devices. Support increased bandwidth demands for applications like video conferencing, large file transfers, and real-time data analytics.
businesses with a mobile workforce, organizations deploying IoT solutions, companies requiring high-performance connectivity, IT teams managing user experience
Key Features
5G NSA Software Activation
Unlocks the specific software features required for 5G Non-Standalone operation on compatible Cisco platforms.
Subscription Licensing
Provides ongoing access to features and updates, ensuring continuous compliance and capability with a predictable billing model.
Platform Compatibility (ASR 5000 Series)
Ensures seamless integration with your existing Cisco ASR 5000 series core network hardware.
Compliance with 5G Standards
Helps meet regulatory requirements and industry standards for 5G network deployment.
Enhanced Network Performance
Prepares your network to take advantage of the increased speeds and reduced latency offered by 5G technology.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-speed, low-latency connectivity for real-time trading, secure transactions, and mobile banking applications, making 5G NSA enablement crucial for maintaining competitive edge and operational efficiency.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operators can leverage 5G NSA for enhanced automation, real-time monitoring of production lines, and the deployment of IoT devices, improving efficiency and enabling smart factory initiatives.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers can benefit from 5G NSA for remote patient monitoring, high-definition telemedicine consultations, and faster transfer of large medical imaging files, improving patient care and operational agility.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups can use 5G NSA to enhance in-store customer experiences with augmented reality applications, improve inventory management through IoT, and provide faster, more reliable guest Wi-Fi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5G NSA?
5G NSA stands for 5G Non-Standalone. It is an early phase of 5G deployment that relies on the existing 4G LTE core network infrastructure while introducing new 5G radio access network (RAN) capabilities. This allows for faster deployment of 5G services.
What hardware does this license apply to?
Based on the MPN ASR5K-00-NSXENP, this license is intended for Cisco's ASR 5000 series platforms, which are core network devices.
What is the billing model?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is billed on a recurring basis over a defined term, providing continuous access to the enabled features.
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.