Cisco Advanced IP License for Full Scale VRFs
This Cisco Advanced IP License enables full-scale VRF capabilities, providing enhanced network segmentation and routing control for your business infrastructure.
- Enhanced Network Segmentation: Isolate traffic between different business units or applications for improved security and performance.
- Full-Scale VRF Support: Gain the ability to deploy and manage Virtual Routing and Forwarding instances across your network.
- Compliance Assurance: Meet regulatory requirements for data isolation and network access control.
- Optimized Routing: Improve network efficiency and resource utilization through advanced routing policies.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Advanced IP License for Full Scale VRFs is a platform software subscription that unlocks advanced routing capabilities for specific Cisco hardware. It enables the full deployment and management of Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) instances, allowing for complete network segmentation and traffic isolation.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who require granular control over their network traffic. It is essential for businesses needing to separate different operational networks, such as production, development, or guest networks, on a shared infrastructure without compromising security or performance.
- Advanced Network Virtualization: Enables the creation and management of multiple virtual routing tables on a single physical router.
- Traffic Isolation: Guarantees that traffic from one VRF does not interfere with or access traffic from another.
- Scalable Routing Policies: Supports the deployment of complex routing policies tailored to specific business needs.
- Enhanced Security Posture: Reduces the attack surface by limiting network visibility and access between segments.
- Subscription-Based Access: Provides continuous access to features and support through a recurring billing model.
This Cisco license is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to enhance network security, performance, and manageability without the overhead of separate physical networks.
What This Enables
Enable Network Segmentation for Security
Enable teams to create isolated network segments for different business functions or security zones. This prevents unauthorized access and lateral movement of threats across the network.
multi-departmental networks, sensitive data environments, compliance-driven operations, segmented application hosting
Streamline Multi-Tenant Environments
Streamline the management of distinct network environments for different tenants or business units operating on shared infrastructure. This simplifies provisioning and reduces operational overhead.
shared service delivery, internal business unit separation, managed application environments, resource pooling
Automate Routing Policy Implementation
Automate the implementation of complex routing policies to optimize traffic flow and ensure application performance. This allows for dynamic adjustments based on business needs.
performance-sensitive applications, traffic engineering requirements, dynamic routing needs, network optimization initiatives
Key Features
Full Scale VRF Support
Allows for the creation and management of numerous virtual routing instances, providing granular control over network traffic paths.
Advanced IP Routing Features
Unlocks sophisticated routing capabilities essential for complex network designs and traffic management.
Subscription Licensing Model
Provides continuous access to the latest features and ongoing support, ensuring your network remains up-to-date and compliant.
Network Traffic Isolation
Guarantees that traffic within one VRF is completely separate from traffic in other VRFs, enhancing security and preventing interference.
Platform Specific Licensing
Ensures compatibility and optimal performance by licensing features directly for specific Cisco hardware platforms.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require strict network segmentation to isolate sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, which VRFs directly support.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating robust data isolation for patient records and secure network segmentation between clinical and administrative systems.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often handle classified or sensitive information, requiring secure network segmentation to protect critical infrastructure and comply with various security mandates.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups need to segment their networks to protect customer payment data (PCI DSS compliance) and separate guest Wi-Fi from internal operational systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a VRF?
VRF stands for Virtual Routing and Forwarding. It is a technology that allows multiple routing instances to exist within a single router, effectively creating virtual routers. This enables network segmentation and traffic isolation.
What does 'Full Scale' mean in this license?
Full Scale indicates that this license enables the complete range of VRF functionalities supported by the hardware platform, allowing for maximum deployment and management flexibility.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning you pay a recurring fee for access to the features and support. This model ensures you always have access to the latest updates and capabilities.
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.