Cisco 8455-SDW Enterprise Agreement 3 Year True Forward 2 Year
This Cisco 8455-SDW Enterprise Agreement provides 3 years of platform licensing and 2 years of True Forward support, ensuring your network infrastructure remains compliant and fully functional.
- License Term: Enjoy 3 years of access to Cisco 8455-SDW platform capabilities.
- Support Coverage: Benefit from 2 years of True Forward support for continued operational assurance.
- Feature Access: Unlock advanced features and maintain optimal performance of your Cisco network.
- Compliance Assurance: Stay current with software updates and regulatory requirements through active licensing.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco 8455-SDW Enterprise Agreement is a platform software license and subscription that grants access to advanced network management and security features for your Cisco infrastructure. This agreement includes 3 years of licensing and a 2-year True Forward support component, ensuring continuous access to software updates, technical assistance, and feature enhancements.
This licensing is designed for businesses that rely on Cisco's advanced networking solutions to manage their internal operations. IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize these agreements to maintain network stability, ensure compliance, and optimize performance without the overhead of enterprise-level direct procurement.
- Platform Licensing: Grants rights to use the Cisco 8455-SDW platform software.
- True Forward Support: Provides 2 years of essential support for continued operation and issue resolution.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks specific capabilities and advanced functionalities of the Cisco platform.
- Software Updates: Ensures access to the latest software versions, patches, and security fixes.
- Compliance Management: Helps maintain regulatory adherence and internal IT policy requirements.
This Cisco Enterprise Agreement is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking predictable costs and assured access to critical network functionalities.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Features
Enable teams to deploy and utilize advanced routing, security, and management features on their Cisco network infrastructure. Streamline network operations by ensuring all necessary software capabilities are licensed and accessible for current and future needs.
On-premises network deployments, hybrid cloud environments, multi-site operations, centralized IT management
Ensure Continuous Operation and Support
Streamline the maintenance of critical network services by securing 2 years of True Forward support. Automate the process of receiving timely software updates and patches, protecting against vulnerabilities and ensuring system stability.
Business-critical network infrastructure, environments with strict uptime requirements, organizations with limited IT support staff
Maintain Licensing Compliance
Enable teams to avoid costly penalties and audit failures by ensuring all Cisco 8455-SDW platform usage is properly licensed. Automate the tracking and renewal of software licenses to maintain a compliant IT posture.
Regulated industries, organizations undergoing IT audits, businesses with complex software asset management needs
Key Features
3 Year Platform Licensing
Guarantees access to the Cisco 8455-SDW platform software and its features for three years, providing budget predictability.
2 Year True Forward Support
Ensures continued access to technical support, software updates, and bug fixes for two years, minimizing downtime risk.
Access to Software Updates
Keeps your network infrastructure secure and performing optimally with the latest patches and feature enhancements.
Feature Unlock
Enables the full suite of capabilities designed for the Cisco 8455-SDW platform, enhancing network functionality.
Compliance Assurance
Helps maintain regulatory compliance and internal IT standards by ensuring legitimate software usage and support.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable network infrastructure to protect sensitive data and ensure continuous transaction processing, making robust Cisco licensing essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict data privacy regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure, compliant, and consistently available network services supported by up-to-date software.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments depend on stable and secure network connectivity for operational technology (OT) and IT systems, where uninterrupted service and timely updates are critical for production.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client information, requiring secure network operations and reliable access to communication and data management tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco Enterprise Agreement?
A Cisco Enterprise Agreement is a licensing and support contract that provides access to Cisco software and services for a defined term. It simplifies procurement and ensures continuous access to technology and support for your business.
What does 'True Forward' support mean?
True Forward support typically refers to a support model where you are entitled to the support services for the duration of the agreement, even if your usage or deployment needs change. It ensures continued coverage.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license applies to the Cisco 8455-SDW platform. Specific hardware compatibility details should be confirmed based on your existing Cisco deployment.
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.