Cisco ASR 9000 Basic 100G IP/MPLS/L3VPN Foundational License
This Cisco ASR 9000 foundational license unlocks critical IP/MPLS and L3VPN routing features, ensuring robust network connectivity and service delivery for your business operations.
- Feature Access: Entitlement to core IP/MPLS and L3VPN routing functionalities on Cisco ASR 9000 series routers.
- Network Scalability: Enables advanced routing protocols and VPN services to support growing traffic demands.
- Service Continuity: Ensures compliance and continued operation of essential network services.
- Operational Efficiency: Provides the necessary software foundation for advanced network management and troubleshooting.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco ASR 9000 Basic 100G IP/MPLS/L3VPN Foundational License provides the essential software capabilities required to operate advanced routing and VPN services on Cisco's ASR 9000 series routers. It unlocks core functionalities for IP routing, Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), and Layer 3 Virtual Private Networks (L3VPN), forming the backbone for high-performance network infrastructures.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market organizations, this license is crucial for businesses that rely on their network for critical operations, such as delivering services, connecting distributed locations, or managing complex data flows. It integrates directly into the Cisco ASR 9000 platform, ensuring that your core routing infrastructure is properly licensed and fully functional.
- Core Routing Capabilities: Unlocks essential IP routing protocols and forwarding.
- MPLS Support: Enables Multiprotocol Label Switching for efficient traffic engineering.
- L3VPN Functionality: Provides Layer 3 Virtual Private Network services for secure segmentation.
- Platform Foundation: Serves as the base software license for advanced network services.
- Subscription Billing: Managed through a predictable subscription model for ongoing access.
This foundational license is the right choice for mid-market teams needing to ensure their Cisco ASR 9000 platform is properly licensed for essential routing and VPN services.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced IP/MPLS Routing
Enable teams to configure and manage complex IP routing protocols and Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) for efficient traffic forwarding. Streamline network design by utilizing label switching for optimized path selection and traffic engineering.
core network infrastructure, service provider edge, enterprise WAN backbone, data center interconnect
Deploy Secure L3VPN Services
Streamline the deployment of Layer 3 Virtual Private Networks (L3VPN) to securely segment traffic for different business units or customers. Automate the creation and management of VPN instances, reducing manual configuration errors and enhancing security posture.
multi-tenant environments, secure branch connectivity, private network extension, network segmentation
Ensure Network Compliance and Stability
Automate the process of maintaining software licensing compliance for critical network hardware. Protect against service disruptions by ensuring all essential routing and VPN features are properly licensed and supported.
IT asset management, network operations, regulatory adherence, risk mitigation
Key Features
IP Routing Protocols
Supports essential routing protocols like OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP for robust network path determination.
MPLS Capabilities
Enables Multiprotocol Label Switching for efficient traffic forwarding and service differentiation.
L3VPN Support
Allows the creation of secure Layer 3 Virtual Private Networks for network segmentation and connectivity.
100G Interface Support
Designed to work with high-speed 100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on the ASR 9000 platform.
Subscription Licensing
Provides a predictable billing model for continuous access to software features and updates.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable network connectivity for transactions and data transfer, making L3VPN and robust IP routing essential for compliance and operational integrity.
Telecommunications & Media
Service providers rely on MPLS and L3VPN technologies to deliver differentiated services and manage traffic efficiently across their networks, demanding foundational licenses for their core routing platforms.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure and stable networks to transmit sensitive patient data, benefiting from L3VPN for segmentation and reliable IP routing for critical application access.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations often involve distributed sites and require secure, high-performance networks for real-time data exchange and control systems, where L3VPN and advanced routing are critical.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a foundational license for Cisco ASR 9000?
A foundational license provides the essential software features required for core operations on the Cisco ASR 9000 platform, such as IP routing and VPN services. This specific license enables IP/MPLS and L3VPN functionalities.
What is the term of this license?
This license is provided on a subscription basis, meaning it is licensed for a specific term, offering ongoing access to the enabled features.
Does this license include support?
This license primarily covers the software entitlements for specific features. Separate support contracts, such as Cisco Smart Net Total Care, are typically required for hardware and software support services.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.