Cisco ASR 9000 Basic 100Gbps IP/MPLS/L2VPN Foundation License
This Cisco ASR 9000 foundation license subscription enables 100Gbps IP/MPLS and L2VPN services, ensuring your network infrastructure meets demanding traffic requirements.
- Enhanced Connectivity: Gain access to 100Gbps interfaces for high-throughput IP/MPLS and L2VPN services.
- Feature Enablement: Unlock essential routing and VPN functionalities required for modern network operations.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain network integrity and meet regulatory requirements with licensed software features.
- Operational Continuity: Ensure uninterrupted service delivery and access to critical network services.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR 9000 Basic 100Gbps IP/MPLS/L2VPN Foundation License is a subscription-based software entitlement that unlocks advanced routing and VPN capabilities on your Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers. It provides the necessary licensing to operate high-speed 100Gbps interfaces and support critical IP/MPLS and Layer 2 VPN services, ensuring your network can handle significant data traffic with reliability and efficiency.
This license is designed for IT professionals and network managers within SMB and mid-market organizations who are responsible for managing and expanding their core network infrastructure. It is essential for businesses that rely on robust, high-performance routing and VPN services for their internal operations, data center interconnectivity, or service provider edge deployments.
- 100Gbps Capacity: Enables high-speed data transmission crucial for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- IP/MPLS Support: Unlocks Multiprotocol Label Switching capabilities for efficient traffic engineering.
- L2VPN Functionality: Provides Layer 2 Virtual Private Network services for secure and segmented connectivity.
- Foundation Features: Grants access to core routing and VPN features required for network operation.
- Subscription Model: Offers flexible, ongoing access to software features and potential updates.
This Cisco foundation license is the ideal solution for mid-market organizations seeking to enhance their network's routing and VPN capabilities without the overhead of enterprise-level hardware procurement.
What This Enables
Enable High-Speed Data Transport
Enable teams to support demanding traffic volumes and applications by unlocking 100Gbps interface speeds. Streamline data flow for critical business operations and inter-site connectivity.
core network infrastructure, data center interconnect, high-bandwidth applications, service edge deployments
Implement Advanced Routing Protocols
Streamline the deployment and management of IP/MPLS services for efficient traffic engineering and network segmentation. Automate complex routing configurations for improved network performance.
enterprise routing backbone, service provider edge, network optimization, traffic management
Securely Segment Network Traffic
Enable teams to establish secure and isolated Layer 2 VPNs for sensitive data or distinct business units. Automate the creation and management of virtual private networks for enhanced security.
multi-tenant environments, secure data transport, network segmentation, compliance requirements
Key Features
100Gbps Interface Support
Provides the necessary bandwidth to handle high volumes of data traffic, supporting critical business applications and services.
IP/MPLS Foundation
Unlocks essential Multiprotocol Label Switching capabilities for efficient traffic forwarding and network path optimization.
L2VPN Services
Enables the creation of secure, segmented Layer 2 Virtual Private Networks for dedicated connectivity and enhanced security.
Subscription Licensing
Offers flexible, ongoing access to software features and potential updates, aligning costs with usage and operational needs.
Cisco ASR 9000 Platform
Ensures compatibility and optimal performance with a proven, high-performance routing platform designed for demanding network environments.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-speed, reliable, and secure network connectivity for transaction processing and data exchange, making IP/MPLS and L2VPN capabilities essential for their operations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations often rely on robust networks for real-time data acquisition, control systems, and logistics, necessitating high-capacity and stable IP/MPLS services for efficient operations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers need secure and high-bandwidth networks to transmit sensitive patient data, support telemedicine, and manage critical medical equipment, benefiting from L2VPN segmentation and IP/MPLS efficiency.
Transportation & Logistics
Logistics companies depend on constant, high-speed communication for tracking, fleet management, and supply chain optimization, requiring the performance and reliability offered by 100Gbps IP/MPLS services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a foundation license?
A foundation license provides the core set of features and capabilities required to operate a specific platform or service. For the Cisco ASR 9000, this license unlocks essential IP/MPLS and L2VPN functionalities at 100Gbps.
What is the term of this license?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is valid for a defined period, typically annually or multi-year, providing ongoing access to the licensed features.
Does this license include hardware?
No, this is a software license. It requires compatible Cisco ASR 9000 Series hardware to be installed and operational.
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.