Cisco ASR9000 64-BIT IOS XR Software 3DES Subscription
This Cisco ASR9000 64-BIT IOS XR Software 3DES subscription provides essential operating system capabilities for your core network infrastructure, ensuring continued operation and feature access.
- Access to Advanced Features: Unlock the full potential of your Cisco ASR9000 routers with the latest IOS XR software, enabling enhanced routing, security, and traffic management capabilities.
- Subscription Billing: Benefit from a predictable, recurring subscription model that aligns software access with your operational needs and budget cycles.
- Platform Compliance: Ensure your network devices are running licensed, up-to-date software, meeting regulatory and operational compliance requirements for critical infrastructure.
- Continued Operation: Maintain the stability and performance of your network by staying current with software releases, patches, and security updates for your ASR9000 series routers.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software subscription for Cisco's ASR9000 series routers, specifically the 64-BIT IOS XR Software with 3DES encryption capabilities. It provides the core operating system and features necessary for advanced routing and network services, delivered on a subscription basis.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market organizations utilize this subscription to ensure their Cisco ASR9000 routers are compliant, secure, and equipped with the latest features. It integrates directly into the network's core routing layer, supporting high-throughput data forwarding and complex network policies.
- Core Network Functionality: Provides the essential IOS XR operating system for Cisco ASR9000 routers.
- 64-BIT Architecture: Supports modern, high-performance network operations and larger memory addressing.
- 3DES Encryption: Enables secure data transmission with robust encryption standards.
- Subscription Model: Offers flexible, recurring access to software features and updates.
- Platform Stability: Ensures continued operation through access to software maintenance and patches.
Mid-market organizations can maintain a secure and high-performing network core with this essential Cisco IOS XR software subscription.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Routing Capabilities
Enable teams to deploy sophisticated routing policies and traffic management techniques on their Cisco ASR9000 routers. Streamline network convergence and optimize data flow for critical business applications.
core network infrastructure, high-throughput data centers, service provider edge, enterprise routing backbone
Maintain Network Security and Compliance
Automate the process of staying current with security patches and encryption standards, including 3DES, for your core network devices. Protect sensitive data in transit and meet regulatory compliance mandates.
regulated industries, secure data transmission, network security posture, operational compliance
Ensure Platform Stability and Uptime
Protect against operational disruptions by ensuring access to the latest stable IOS XR software releases and support. Minimize downtime risks associated with unsupported or outdated operating systems.
mission-critical networks, business continuity planning, network operations centers, high availability environments
Key Features
Cisco IOS XR 64-BIT Operating System
Provides a modern, high-performance foundation for advanced routing and network services on ASR9000 platforms.
3DES Encryption Support
Enables secure transmission of sensitive data across the network, meeting specific security and compliance requirements.
Subscription Licensing Model
Offers predictable costs and continuous access to software updates and features, aligning with operational budgets.
Platform-Specific Software
Ensures optimal performance, stability, and compatibility for Cisco ASR9000 series routers.
Access to Software Updates and Patches
Maintains network security and operational integrity by providing timely fixes and enhancements.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable network infrastructure to protect sensitive transaction data and maintain compliance with strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have stringent security mandates and require robust, compliant network solutions to support critical public services and data protection.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial networks demand high availability and performance to support operational technology (OT) systems, ensuring continuous production and data integrity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must ensure the confidentiality and integrity of patient data (PHI) under regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure and compliant network infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco IOS XR?
Cisco IOS XR is a modular, network-operating system designed for the most demanding network environments. It provides advanced routing capabilities, high availability, and programmability for Cisco's high-end routing platforms like the ASR9000 series.
What does a subscription license provide?
A subscription license provides the right to use the software for a defined term, along with access to software updates, patches, and technical support. This model ensures you are always running a current and supported version of the operating system.
Is this license tied to specific hardware?
This license is for the Cisco ASR9000 platform. While the subscription grants access to the software, its use is typically governed by Cisco's licensing terms and conditions, which may specify the number and type of devices it can be installed on.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.