Cisco Annual Subscription Software License (100Gbps Pool)
This Cisco annual software license subscription provides a 100Gbps capacity pool, ensuring your network infrastructure has the performance and support needed for critical business operations.
- Continuous Operation: Guarantees access to the latest software features and critical security updates, minimizing downtime risk.
- Capacity Assurance: Unlocks a 100Gbps data throughput pool, essential for high-demand network environments.
- Vendor Support: Includes Cisco's Advanced Services and Maintenance & Support (M&S) for timely issue resolution.
- Compliance Enablement: Maintains adherence to software licensing requirements and vendor support mandates.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is an annual subscription for Cisco's platform software license, specifically granting a 100Gbps capacity pool. It includes Cisco's Advanced Services (AIF) and Maintenance & Support (M&S), ensuring your network infrastructure is up-to-date, secure, and supported.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to manage and enhance their core network infrastructure. It is critical for environments requiring high bandwidth and continuous access to vendor support and software updates.
- 100Gbps Capacity Pool: Provides significant bandwidth for data-intensive applications and services.
- Annual Subscription: Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software.
- Advanced Services (AIF): Access to expert services for deployment, optimization, and issue resolution.
- Maintenance & Support (M&S): Entitlement to software updates, patches, and technical assistance.
- Platform Licensing: Ensures compliance and unlocks full feature sets for supported Cisco platforms.
This Cisco software license is the ideal solution for businesses needing to ensure high network performance, maintain compliance, and secure expert support for their critical infrastructure.
What This Enables
Unlock High-Speed Network Performance
Enable teams to manage and utilize a 100Gbps data throughput pool, ensuring critical applications and services perform without interruption. Streamline data transfer for large file operations and real-time analytics.
high-bandwidth applications, data-intensive workloads, real-time processing, network infrastructure upgrades
Maintain Software Compliance and Access
Automate the process of staying current with Cisco software versions and security patches, reducing the risk of licensing violations. Ensure entitlement to all features and functionalities for supported platforms.
regulated environments, IT asset management, software lifecycle management, security posture management
Secure Expert Technical Support
Provide IT teams with direct access to Cisco's Advanced Services and Maintenance & Support for rapid issue resolution. Protect against operational disruptions with guaranteed response times and expert guidance.
mission-critical systems, IT operations support, proactive network monitoring, business continuity planning
Key Features
100Gbps Capacity Pool
Ensures sufficient bandwidth for demanding applications and future growth, preventing performance bottlenecks.
Annual Subscription Billing
Provides predictable operational costs and continuous access to software and support without large upfront investments.
Cisco Advanced Services (AIF)
Offers expert technical assistance and services to optimize network performance and resolve complex issues efficiently.
Maintenance & Support (M&S)
Guarantees access to software updates, patches, and technical support, maintaining security and operational stability.
Platform Software License
Ensures full feature enablement and compliance for supported Cisco hardware, maximizing the value of existing investments.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
High-bandwidth requirements for trading, analytics, and secure data transmission are critical, necessitating robust network performance and vendor support for compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Operational technology (OT) and IT convergence demand reliable, high-speed network connectivity for real-time monitoring, control systems, and data processing.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Large datasets for medical imaging, research, and patient records require significant bandwidth, while strict compliance mandates necessitate secure and supported infrastructure.
Education & Research
Universities and research institutions handle massive data transfers for scientific computing and digital learning, requiring high-capacity, reliable network solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this license?
This is an annual subscription license, meaning it is valid for one year from the date of purchase. Renewal is required to maintain service.
What does the 100Gbps pool refer to?
The 100Gbps pool represents the aggregated bandwidth capacity that this license enables for your network traffic, suitable for high-throughput environments.
What is included in Cisco's Maintenance & Support (M&S)?
M&S typically includes access to software updates, bug fixes, security patches, and technical assistance from Cisco engineers.
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.