Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure Fork/Kubernetes Platform License
Ensure continuous operation and access to critical features for your Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure with a standard 1-year subscription license.
- License Entitlement: Access to standard features and capabilities for Cisco ACI Fork/Kubernetes platform.
- Subscription Term: 1-year license duration ensures predictable costs and ongoing access.
- Capacity: Supports 1-2 CPUs with up to 128 cores for your deployment.
- Compliance & Support: Maintain software compliance and access essential support services.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) Fork/Kubernetes platform license provides the necessary entitlement for standard features and ongoing operation. The 1-year subscription model ensures predictable budgeting and continuous access to software capabilities, covering up to 128 cores across 1-2 CPUs.
Designed for businesses utilizing Cisco ACI for their network infrastructure, this license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals managing complex application deployments. It integrates into environments requiring robust network automation and policy enforcement, ensuring the platform remains functional and supported.
- Platform Enablement: Unlocks standard features for Cisco ACI Fork/Kubernetes deployments.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable annual costs for software access and support.
- Core Capacity: Licensed for environments with 1-2 CPUs and up to 128 cores.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains licensing compliance for critical network infrastructure.
- Feature Access: Grants entitlement to standard software functionalities and updates.
Secure essential Cisco ACI capabilities with a straightforward 1-year subscription, perfect for mid-market organizations seeking reliable network management.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Policy Enforcement
Enable teams to automate network provisioning and enforce consistent security policies across hybrid cloud environments. Streamline the deployment and management of containerized applications on Cisco ACI.
data center networking, hybrid cloud deployments, application-centric infrastructure, network automation, policy management
Ensure Software Compliance and Support
Ensure ongoing licensing compliance for critical network infrastructure, avoiding potential disruptions or audit issues. Maintain entitlement to standard software features and vendor support services for uninterrupted operation.
network infrastructure management, IT compliance, software licensing, business continuity, operational stability
Manage Containerized Workloads on ACI
Streamline the integration and management of Kubernetes and containerized workloads within the Cisco ACI framework. Provide IT professionals with the tools to effectively govern and secure these modern application environments.
container orchestration, Kubernetes management, application deployment, network security, IT operations
Key Features
Standard Feature Entitlement
Access to the core functionalities of Cisco ACI Fork/Kubernetes platform for essential network operations.
1-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable budgeting and continuous access to software capabilities throughout the year.
1-2 CPU, 128 Core Support
Covers a defined range of processing capacity, suitable for many mid-market deployments.
Software Compliance
Ensures your organization adheres to Cisco's licensing requirements, mitigating audit risks.
Platform Operation
Guarantees the continued functioning of the ACI platform with access to necessary software components.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust, secure, and compliant network infrastructure to handle sensitive data and meet strict regulatory demands like PCI DSS and SOX.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers rely on stable and automated network operations for production lines, IoT integration, and supply chain visibility, often requiring high availability and performance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers need secure, reliable, and compliant networks to manage patient data (HIPAA) and ensure continuous access to critical systems for patient care.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses utilize ACI for managing distributed networks, point-of-sale systems, and customer-facing applications, demanding consistent performance and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco ACMFORKUB(BM)DIC(BM),STD 1-YR SNS?
This is a standard 1-year subscription license for Cisco's Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) Fork/Kubernetes platform. It enables specific features and ensures compliance for environments supporting 1-2 CPUs and up to 128 cores.
Who is this license intended for?
This license is for businesses that use Cisco ACI for their own IT operations and require standard software entitlements. It is suitable for IT Managers and IT Professionals managing network infrastructure in mid-market companies.
What happens after the 1-year subscription ends?
After the 1-year term, you will need to renew the subscription to continue using the licensed features and maintain compliance. Zent Networks can assist with the renewal process.
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.