Cisco ASR 900 1 Port OC12/STM-4 License
This Cisco ASR 900 platform license enables a single OC12/STM-4 port, expanding your network's data transmission capabilities for critical business operations.
- Access to: Enhanced network connectivity and data throughput via a dedicated OC12/STM-4 interface.
- Coverage for: Enabling specific hardware port functionality on the Cisco ASR 900 series platform.
- Protection against: Network bottlenecks and performance degradation by increasing bandwidth.
- Entitlement to: Utilize advanced routing and switching features requiring higher port speeds.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR 900 1 Port OC12/STM-4 License is a software subscription that unlocks the functionality for a single OC12/STM-4 interface on compatible Cisco ASR 900 series routers. This license is essential for businesses needing to increase their network's data carrying capacity and support higher bandwidth services.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who are responsible for maintaining and upgrading their network infrastructure. It integrates directly with the Cisco ASR 900 hardware, allowing for expanded connectivity options within existing network deployments.
- Enables OC12/STM-4 Port: Activates a high-speed interface for increased data throughput.
- Platform Specific: Designed exclusively for the Cisco ASR 900 series routing platform.
- Subscription Billing: Operates on a recurring subscription model for predictable IT budgeting.
- Feature Unlock: Grants access to advanced networking capabilities dependent on this port type.
- Compliance Ready: Supports network configurations necessary for certain regulatory requirements.
This license provides a cost-effective way for businesses to scale their network bandwidth without a full hardware overhaul.
What This Enables
Enable High-Speed Data Transmission
Enable teams to increase network throughput by activating a dedicated OC12/STM-4 port. Streamline the transfer of large datasets and support bandwidth-intensive applications.
On-premises data centers, branch office connectivity, network aggregation points
Support Critical Business Applications
Automate the delivery of reliable connectivity for essential business services like VoIP, video conferencing, and cloud access. Ensure uninterrupted operations and maintain productivity.
Unified communications deployments, remote workforce support, cloud-integrated operations
Enhance Network Scalability
Streamline network upgrades by adding high-capacity ports to existing ASR 900 infrastructure. Support future growth and evolving bandwidth demands without immediate hardware replacement.
Growing SMB networks, mid-market infrastructure expansion, phased technology rollouts
Key Features
OC12/STM-4 Port Activation
Provides a high-speed data interface, significantly increasing network bandwidth for demanding business applications.
Cisco ASR 900 Platform Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration with your existing Cisco ASR 900 routing hardware.
Subscription Licensing
Offers predictable costs and flexible access to network capabilities on a recurring basis.
Increased Data Throughput
Facilitates faster transfer of large files and supports real-time communication services without lag.
Network Scalability
Allows businesses to expand their network capacity as their needs grow, delaying costly hardware upgrades.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-speed, reliable network connectivity for real-time trading, transaction processing, and secure data exchange, making OC12/STM-4 interfaces critical for performance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers need robust network infrastructure to support large medical image transfers, telemedicine, and electronic health records, demanding high bandwidth and consistent availability.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations often involve real-time data acquisition and control systems that require high-speed, low-latency network connections for efficient production and monitoring.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses rely on fast networks for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, customer Wi-Fi, and online booking, all of which benefit from increased bandwidth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an OC12/STM-4 interface?
OC12 (Optical Carrier level 12) and STM-4 (Synchronous Transport Module level 4) are telecommunications standards for high-speed data transmission over fiber optic cables. They represent a data rate of approximately 622 Mbps.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically designed for the Cisco ASR 900 series of routers. It activates a port on this particular platform.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This license operates on a subscription billing model, meaning it is renewed periodically rather than purchased outright.
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.