Cisco ASR 9000 Basic IP/MPLS Foundation License
This Cisco ASR 9000 Basic 100Gbps IP/MPLS Foundation License subscription unlocks essential routing features for your core network infrastructure.
- Essential Features: Access to fundamental IP/MPLS routing protocols and functionalities.
- Network Performance: Enables high-speed 100Gbps data forwarding for critical traffic.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your network adheres to industry standards for IP routing.
- Operational Continuity: Supports the ongoing operation and feature set of your ASR 9000 platform.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR 9000 Basic 100Gbps IP/MPLS Foundation License is a software subscription that provides the core capabilities required for advanced IP and MPLS routing on Cisco's Aggregation Services Router 9000 series. This license is essential for organizations needing to establish and maintain robust, high-performance routing services within their network infrastructure.
This foundational license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who are responsible for managing and operating enterprise-grade network devices. It integrates directly with the Cisco ASR 9000 platform, enabling critical routing functions that support business operations, data transport, and service delivery for their own end-users.
- Core IP/MPLS Functionality: Unlocks essential routing protocols and MPLS capabilities.
- High-Speed Throughput: Supports 100Gbps interfaces for demanding network traffic.
- Platform Stability: Ensures continued access to necessary software features for operation.
- Scalability Foundation: Provides the base features for future network growth.
- Compliance Enablement: Facilitates adherence to network routing standards.
This essential Cisco license provides the foundational IP/MPLS capabilities your business needs to maintain a high-performance and reliable network infrastructure.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced IP Routing
Enable teams to configure and manage complex IP routing protocols essential for enterprise network connectivity. Streamline traffic flow and ensure reliable data delivery across diverse network segments.
core network infrastructure, high-speed data transport, enterprise routing requirements, service provider edge
Implement MPLS Services
Streamline the deployment of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) services for efficient traffic engineering and network segmentation. Automate the creation of virtual private networks and optimized data paths.
multi-service networks, private WAN connectivity, traffic optimization, network virtualization
Maintain Network Compliance
Ensure your network infrastructure adheres to industry-standard routing practices and security protocols. Automate the enforcement of routing policies to meet regulatory and operational requirements.
regulated environments, network security posture, operational audits, compliance reporting
Key Features
Basic IP/MPLS Foundation
Provides the essential routing and forwarding capabilities required for modern IP networks.
100Gbps Support
Enables high-speed data transmission, crucial for performance-sensitive applications and large data volumes.
Subscription Licensing
Offers a flexible, operational expense model for accessing core network software features.
Cisco ASR 9000 Series Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration with specific Cisco hardware for reliable network operation.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly reliable and performant networks to handle high-volume, time-sensitive transactions and ensure data integrity, making robust IP/MPLS routing essential.
Telecommunications & Networking
Service providers rely on advanced IP/MPLS capabilities for efficient traffic management, service delivery, and network segmentation to support diverse customer needs.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations often involve real-time data processing and control systems that demand low-latency, high-throughput network connectivity for operational efficiency and automation.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure, reliable, and high-capacity networks to support critical applications like PACS, EMR systems, and telemedicine, ensuring continuous patient care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco ASR 9000 Basic IP/MPLS Foundation License?
This is a software subscription license for Cisco's ASR 9000 series routers. It unlocks the fundamental IP and MPLS routing features necessary for network operation and data forwarding at 100Gbps speeds.
What is the term of this license?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is valid for a defined period as per the subscription agreement. The specific term should be confirmed at the time of purchase.
Does this license include support?
This license primarily provides access to software features. Separate support contracts, such as Cisco Smart Net Total Care, are typically required for hardware and software technical support and maintenance.
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.