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Cisco 8K Data Center 100G SIA Platform License
Cisco·MPN: DC-C-100G-SIA

Cisco 8K Data Center 100G SIA Platform License

This Cisco 100G SIA platform license subscription provides essential access and compliance for your 8K Data Center infrastructure.

  • License Term: Annual subscription ensures continuous access to platform features and support.
  • Billing Model: Predictable subscription billing simplifies IT budget management.
  • Platform Access: Unlocks 100 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities for high-performance data center operations.
  • Compliance Assurance: Maintains adherence to Cisco's software licensing requirements for your network hardware.
$67.24Per User/Year|Billed Annually
Cloud Delivered
Secure Activation
Instant Provisioning
Renewal Management

Product Overview

This Cisco 8K Data Center 100G SIA license is a subscription-based software entitlement that enables critical functionalities for your high-performance data center network. It ensures you have the necessary permissions and access to operate your Cisco 8K Data Center platform at 100 Gigabit speeds, maintaining compliance and unlocking advanced features.

IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market organizations utilize this license to ensure their data center network infrastructure is properly licensed and capable of supporting demanding workloads. It integrates directly with Cisco 8K Data Center hardware, providing a foundation for reliable and efficient data processing and connectivity.

  • Subscription Licensing: Provides ongoing access to software features and updates on a recurring basis.
  • 100G SIA Enablement: Specifically unlocks and supports 100 Gigabit Ethernet Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) interfaces for high-speed data transfer.
  • Platform Compliance: Guarantees that your Cisco 8K Data Center deployment adheres to vendor licensing agreements.
  • Feature Access: Grants entitlement to specific software features and capabilities required for advanced data center operations.
  • Operational Continuity: Ensures your data center network can continue to operate without interruption due to licensing issues.

This Cisco 100G SIA license subscription is the ideal solution for mid-market organizations needing to maintain compliance and full functionality of their high-speed data center networks.

What This Enables

Enable High-Speed Data Center Connectivity

Enable teams to deploy and manage 100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces for demanding data center applications. Streamline data transfer and reduce latency for critical business operations.

data center network, high-performance computing, server virtualization, storage area networks

Ensure Software Licensing Compliance

Automate the process of maintaining compliance with Cisco's software licensing requirements for your 8K Data Center hardware. Protect against potential audits and service disruptions due to licensing gaps.

network infrastructure management, IT asset management, regulatory compliance, operational risk mitigation

Unlock Advanced Data Center Features

Streamline the activation of advanced software features and capabilities specific to the 100G SIA interface on your Cisco 8K Data Center platform. Enhance network performance and functionality.

network performance optimization, advanced traffic management, data center modernization, infrastructure upgrades

Key Features

Subscription-based licensing

Provides continuous access to software features and updates, ensuring your network remains current and compliant without large upfront costs.

100 Gigabit Ethernet SIA support

Enables high-speed data transfer critical for modern data center workloads, improving application performance and user experience.

Cisco 8K Data Center platform compatibility

Ensures seamless integration with your existing Cisco 8K Data Center hardware, minimizing deployment complexity.

Software entitlement

Guarantees legal and compliant use of your Cisco network infrastructure, mitigating risks associated with unlicensed software.

Predictable billing cycle

Simplifies IT financial planning and budgeting by providing a consistent and manageable recurring cost for essential software.

Industry Applications

Finance & Insurance

Financial institutions require high-speed, reliable, and compliant network infrastructure to handle massive transaction volumes and sensitive data securely.

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Healthcare organizations need robust data center networks to manage large patient datasets, medical imaging, and critical real-time applications while adhering to strict privacy regulations.

Manufacturing & Industrial

Industrial operations rely on high-bandwidth networks for real-time data processing, IoT integration, and automation, demanding consistent performance and uptime.

Retail & Hospitality

Large retail chains and hospitality groups require scalable and efficient data center infrastructure to manage point-of-sale systems, inventory, customer data, and online services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the term of this Cisco 8K Data Center license?

This is a subscription license, typically with an annual term. The exact duration will be specified at the time of purchase.

What specific features does the 100G SIA license unlock?

The 100G SIA license enables the use of 100 Gigabit Ethernet Small Form-factor Pluggable interfaces on the Cisco 8K Data Center platform, allowing for high-speed data transmission.

Is this license transferable?

Software licenses are typically tied to the specific hardware and customer account. Transferability is subject to Cisco's licensing terms and conditions.

Deployment & Support

Deployment Complexity

Low — self-service

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.

$67.24