Cisco 8000 Type D Device SIA for FCM 2.0 Platform License
This Cisco platform software license provides essential access and support for your 8000 Type D devices, ensuring continuous operation and feature availability for your network infrastructure.
- License Entitlement: Access to Cisco's Fabric Services and management features for the 8000 Series.
- Subscription Term: Provides ongoing access to software updates, security patches, and technical support.
- Platform Applicability: Specifically designed for Cisco 8000 Series Type D network devices.
- Operational Continuity: Ensures your network devices remain compliant, supported, and fully functional.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco 8000 Type D Device SIA for FCM 2.0 is a platform software license that grants access to critical management and operational features for Cisco's 8000 Series network hardware. This subscription-based license ensures your devices are up-to-date with the latest software capabilities, security enhancements, and ongoing technical support from Cisco.
This license is designed for IT professionals and network administrators within small to mid-market businesses who manage their own IT infrastructure. It integrates directly with Cisco 8000 Series Type D devices, providing the necessary software entitlements to maintain network performance, security, and compliance within your organization's data center or network core.
- Feature Access: Unlocks advanced Fabric Services and management capabilities for Cisco 8000 Series.
- Software Updates: Grants entitlement to regular software releases, patches, and bug fixes.
- Technical Support: Provides access to Cisco's expert technical assistance for issue resolution.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain regulatory and operational compliance through updated software.
- Operational Stability: Ensures the continued reliable performance and security of your network devices.
This Cisco platform license is the ideal solution for businesses needing to maintain their network infrastructure with up-to-date software and expert support without the overhead of direct vendor management.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Management Features
Enable teams to utilize the full suite of Cisco Fabric Services and management capabilities for their 8000 Series devices. Streamline network operations and gain deeper insights into device performance and health.
On-premises data centers, core network infrastructure, enterprise network edge deployments, campus network backbones
Ensure Software Compliance and Security
Streamline the process of maintaining software compliance and security posture across your Cisco 8000 Series hardware. Automate the deployment of critical security patches and software updates to mitigate vulnerabilities.
Regulated business environments, IT infrastructure requiring regular security audits, networks with strict change control policies, business continuity planning
Maintain Continuous Operational Uptime
Automate access to timely software updates and bug fixes that prevent common network issues. Entitle teams to prompt technical support from Cisco to resolve any operational challenges quickly.
High-availability network environments, businesses reliant on constant network connectivity, IT departments focused on proactive maintenance, mission-critical application support
Key Features
Cisco Fabric Command Center Management (FCM) 2.0
Provides centralized management and visibility for Cisco 8000 Series devices, simplifying complex network operations.
Subscription-based Licensing
Ensures continuous access to software updates, security patches, and technical support, offering predictable operational costs.
Service and Infrastructure Agreement (SIA)
Guarantees ongoing support and entitlement to necessary software, protecting your investment and ensuring device longevity.
Type D Device Specific
Tailored for Cisco 8000 Series Type D hardware, ensuring optimal compatibility and performance.
Software Updates and Patches
Keeps your network devices secure and performing optimally by providing access to the latest software releases.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and compliant network infrastructure to protect sensitive data and meet stringent regulatory demands, making up-to-date software and vendor support critical.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain HIPAA compliance and ensure the continuous availability of critical systems, necessitating reliable network hardware with current software and support.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments rely on stable and secure network operations for production lines and logistics, where device uptime and data integrity are paramount.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have strict procurement and security requirements, demanding certified and supported hardware and software to ensure operational integrity and data protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this license?
This is a subscription-based license. The specific term duration (e.g., 1, 3, or 5 years) is determined at the time of purchase and is outlined in the associated agreement.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for Cisco 8000 Series Type D devices. It ensures these devices are properly licensed for their operational software and management features.
What happens when the subscription expires?
Upon expiration, access to software updates, security patches, and technical support may cease. Renewal of the subscription is required to maintain these entitlements and ensure continued compliance and operational support.
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.