Cisco 8455-SEC Enterprise Agreement 7 Year True Forward 5 Year
Secure your Cisco 8455-SEC platform with a 7-year Enterprise Agreement, providing 5 years of True Forward licensing for uninterrupted operation and advanced security capabilities.
- Access to: Continued software updates and security patches for your Cisco 8455-SEC platform.
- Coverage for: The full 7-year term of the agreement, ensuring long-term planning and budget predictability.
- Protection against: Licensing lapses and potential security vulnerabilities with proactive software entitlements.
- Entitlement to: Advanced features and ongoing support, maximizing the value and performance of your network infrastructure.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Enterprise Agreement provides a 7-year term with 5 years of True Forward licensing for the Cisco 8455-SEC platform. It ensures continuous access to software updates, security patches, and advanced features, maintaining the operational integrity and security posture of your network infrastructure.
Designed for businesses that rely on robust network security, this agreement is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations. It integrates into existing network environments, providing a predictable licensing model that supports long-term strategic IT planning and operational continuity.
- Extended Licensing: Secure 5 years of True Forward licensing within a 7-year agreement term.
- Platform Security: Maintain optimal security posture with access to the latest Cisco software and threat intelligence.
- Operational Continuity: Prevent service disruptions with guaranteed access to software updates and support.
- Feature Enhancements: Unlock and utilize new capabilities as they become available for the 8455-SEC platform.
- Compliance Assurance: Meet regulatory and internal policy requirements with up-to-date software and licensing.
This Cisco Enterprise Agreement offers SMB and mid-market teams a predictable and secure path to maintain their network infrastructure's performance and security over the long term.
What This Enables
Continuous Security Updates and Threat Protection
Enable teams to maintain a strong security posture by automatically receiving the latest security patches and threat intelligence for the Cisco 8455-SEC platform. Streamline the process of staying ahead of emerging cyber threats with guaranteed access to Cisco's security research.
network security management, threat mitigation, compliance adherence, proactive defense
Guaranteed Software Access and Feature Enhancements
Streamline operations by ensuring continuous access to all software updates and new features released for the Cisco 8455-SEC platform throughout the agreement term. Automate the upgrade process to unlock advanced capabilities and improve network performance.
network performance optimization, technology lifecycle management, operational efficiency, feature adoption
Predictable Budgeting and Long-Term Planning
Enable teams to forecast IT expenditures accurately with a fixed 7-year agreement term and 5 years of True Forward licensing. Streamline financial planning by eliminating the risk of unexpected licensing costs or service interruptions.
financial forecasting, IT budget management, long-term infrastructure investment, cost predictability
Key Features
7-Year Enterprise Agreement Term
Provides long-term strategic planning and budget certainty for your network infrastructure investments.
5-Year True Forward Licensing
Ensures continuous access to software and support for a significant period, preventing service disruptions.
Access to Software Updates and Patches
Maintains optimal performance and security by providing the latest fixes and enhancements for the 8455-SEC platform.
Cisco Security Intelligence
Protects your network against evolving threats with up-to-date security intelligence integrated into the platform.
Predictable Cost Structure
Eliminates surprise costs associated with software renewals or emergency upgrades, simplifying IT financial management.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and continuous operation to protect sensitive data and maintain regulatory compliance, making advanced security platforms like the 8455-SEC essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must safeguard patient data (PHI) under strict regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure network infrastructure with consistent updates and reliable performance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments increasingly rely on connected systems for operations, demanding secure and stable network solutions to prevent disruptions and protect critical infrastructure.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle sensitive information and critical services, requiring secure, compliant, and continuously supported network solutions to ensure national security and public trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco Enterprise Agreement?
A Cisco Enterprise Agreement is a flexible, long-term licensing contract that simplifies software procurement and management. It provides access to Cisco's software portfolio under a unified agreement, offering predictable costs and streamlined operations.
What does 'True Forward' licensing mean?
True Forward licensing allows you to pay for the software you actually consume. While the agreement covers a set term, you can adjust your license count up or down within defined parameters, paying for the actual usage at the end of the term or during true-up periods.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license applies to the Cisco 8455-SEC platform, which is a security appliance designed for enterprise network environments.
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.