Cisco ASR9000 64-BIT IOS XR Software 3DES Subscription
Maintain optimal performance and security for your Cisco ASR9000 routers with a 3DES IOS XR software subscription, ensuring continuous operation and feature access.
- Coverage for: Access to the latest IOS XR software features and security patches for your Cisco ASR9000 platform.
- Protection against: Licensing lapses and non-compliance risks that could disrupt network operations or incur penalties.
- Entitlement to: Continued support and access to Cisco's technical resources for your core routing infrastructure.
- Value of: Enabling advanced routing capabilities and maintaining regulatory compliance through up-to-date software.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a subscription-based platform software license for Cisco's ASR9000 series routers, specifically enabling the 64-bit IOS XR operating system with 3DES encryption capabilities. It provides access to essential software features, ongoing updates, and security patches necessary for the platform's continued operation and compliance.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to ensure their critical network infrastructure, such as core routers in a data center or distribution layer, remains functional, secure, and compliant with evolving software requirements.
- Platform Support: Ensures your Cisco ASR9000 routers run on the latest, supported version of IOS XR software.
- Security Enhancements: Provides access to security updates and patches to protect against emerging threats.
- Feature Access: Unlocks advanced routing features and capabilities required for modern network operations.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain regulatory compliance by using licensed and up-to-date software.
- Operational Continuity: Minimizes the risk of downtime due to unsupported software or security vulnerabilities.
This Cisco IOS XR software subscription is ideal for businesses needing reliable, secure, and feature-rich routing capabilities without the overhead of managing complex licensing renewals.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Routing Capabilities
Enable teams to deploy and manage sophisticated routing policies and traffic engineering on their Cisco ASR9000 platforms. Streamline network segmentation and optimize data flow for critical business applications.
core network infrastructure, data center routing, service provider edge, high-throughput environments
Maintain Software Compliance and Security
Automate the process of staying compliant with Cisco's licensing requirements and security best practices. Protect against vulnerabilities by ensuring access to the latest software patches and security updates.
regulated industries, security-conscious organizations, IT asset management, risk mitigation
Ensure Network Operational Continuity
Streamline the maintenance of your Cisco ASR9000 routers by ensuring you have the necessary software entitlements. Protect against unexpected service interruptions due to expired licenses or unsupported software versions.
mission-critical networks, business continuity planning, IT operations management, infrastructure stability
Key Features
64-bit IOS XR Software
Provides a modern, stable, and high-performance operating system for advanced routing tasks.
3DES Encryption Support
Ensures secure data transmission and compliance with specific security mandates.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software updates and support.
ASR9000 Platform Compatibility
Guarantees the software is optimized for and compatible with your specific Cisco routing hardware.
Access to Updates and Patches
Protects your network against emerging threats and ensures optimal functionality through regular software enhancements.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable network infrastructure to protect sensitive customer data and ensure continuous transaction processing, making robust routing software essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain strict data privacy (HIPAA) and ensure uninterrupted access to patient records and critical systems, necessitating secure and always-on network operations.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have stringent security requirements and need to ensure the integrity and availability of their networks for public services and sensitive data, demanding reliable and compliant infrastructure.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments rely on stable and secure networks for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, where downtime can lead to significant production losses and safety risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco IOS XR Software?
Cisco IOS XR is a modular, network operating system designed for high-end Cisco routers like the ASR9000 series. It provides advanced features, stability, and scalability for complex network environments.
What does a software subscription provide?
A software subscription provides the right to use the software for a defined term, along with access to software updates, patches, and technical support from the vendor. It ensures your system remains current and secure.
Why is 3DES encryption important?
3DES (Triple Data Encryption Standard) is a symmetric-key algorithm used for encrypting sensitive data. Its inclusion ensures compliance with certain security standards and protects data confidentiality.
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.