Cisco 8000E Series 400G Cloud Platform License
This Cisco Advantage Right-to-Use license unlocks 400G cloud capabilities for your Cisco 8000E Series routers, ensuring continued operation and feature access.
- Access to Advanced Features: Gain entitlement to the full suite of 400G cloud-enabled functionalities for your network infrastructure.
- Continued Operation: Ensures your Cisco 8000E Series routers remain fully operational and supported for the license term.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain adherence to regulatory requirements and vendor support standards through proper licensing.
- Scalability and Performance: Enables higher throughput and enhanced performance for cloud-centric network demands.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Advantage Right-to-Use 400G for Cisco 8000E Series Cloud license is a subscription-based platform software license that grants your organization the entitlement to utilize 400 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities within a cloud-integrated environment on compatible Cisco 8000E Series routers.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who need to ensure their network infrastructure is compliant, fully supported, and capable of handling high-speed data traffic for cloud-based applications and services.
- 400G Cloud Enablement: Activates 400G port speeds and associated cloud networking features on supported hardware.
- Subscription Billing: Operates on a recurring subscription model for predictable operational expenses.
- Cisco 8000E Series Focus: Specifically designed for deployment on Cisco 8000E Series routing platforms.
- Right-to-Use Entitlement: Provides legal and compliant access to the licensed software features.
- Vendor Support: Facilitates access to Cisco's technical support and software updates for the licensed term.
This Cisco license is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking compliant and supported access to high-speed 400G cloud networking on their Cisco 8000E Series routers.
What This Enables
Enable High-Speed Cloud Connectivity
Enable teams to deploy 400G network interfaces for faster data transfer and improved application performance in cloud environments. Streamline connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud services for enhanced operational efficiency.
organizations with cloud-first strategies, businesses utilizing hybrid cloud architectures, teams managing high-bandwidth data flows, companies requiring low-latency network access
Ensure Network Compliance and Support
Automate compliance with vendor licensing requirements, avoiding potential service disruptions or legal issues. Maintain entitlement to critical software updates and technical support from Cisco for the licensed term.
businesses prioritizing IT governance, organizations undergoing audits, companies seeking vendor-backed operational stability, IT departments managing complex licensing portfolios
Upgrade Network Capacity for Growth
Support increasing data demands and user traffic by activating 400G capabilities on existing Cisco 8000E Series hardware. Future-proof your network infrastructure to accommodate business expansion and new service deployments.
growing mid-market companies, businesses experiencing rapid data volume increases, organizations planning network upgrades, teams managing performance-sensitive applications
Key Features
400G Port Activation
Enables significantly higher data throughput for demanding cloud workloads and applications.
Cloud-Optimized Features
Provides access to software functionalities tailored for efficient cloud networking and integration.
Subscription Licensing
Offers predictable costs and continuous access to software updates and support.
Cisco 8000E Series Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration with your existing Cisco routing hardware.
Right-to-Use Entitlement
Guarantees legal and compliant use of the licensed software features.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector demands high-speed, reliable, and secure network connectivity for real-time trading, transaction processing, and data analytics, making 400G capabilities essential for performance and compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations increasingly rely on real-time data from IoT devices and cloud-based analytics, requiring high-bandwidth, low-latency networks to support automation and operational efficiency.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
The transmission of large medical imaging files, telehealth services, and complex research data necessitates robust, high-capacity network infrastructure to ensure timely access and operational continuity.
Education & Research
Research institutions and universities require high-speed network access for data-intensive research, large file transfers, and supporting a growing number of connected devices and online learning platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Right-to-Use license?
A Right-to-Use (RTU) license grants your organization the legal permission to utilize specific software features or capabilities on your hardware for a defined period. It ensures compliance with vendor licensing agreements.
What does '400G' refer to?
'400G' refers to 400 Gigabit Ethernet, a high-speed networking standard that allows for significantly faster data transmission compared to lower-speed Ethernet standards.
How does the subscription model work?
The subscription model means you pay a recurring fee, typically annually or monthly, for the use of the license and its associated benefits, such as software updates and support, for the duration of the subscription 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.