Cisco ASR 9000 Basic IP/MPLS/L2VPN Platform License
This Cisco ASR 9000 platform license subscription unlocks fundamental IP/MPLS and L2VPN routing capabilities for your network infrastructure.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to core routing features.
- Billing Model: Annual subscription ensures predictable operational expenses.
- Platform Focus: Designed for Cisco ASR 9000 series routers.
- Key Value: Enables essential network services and ensures feature compliance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Cisco platform software license subscription for the ASR 9000 series, providing foundational IP/MPLS and L2VPN capabilities. It is designed to enable essential routing functions required for service provider edge and core network deployments.
Businesses with dedicated IT infrastructure, such as those in finance, healthcare, or large enterprises, utilize this license to ensure their Cisco ASR 9000 routers are compliant and capable of supporting critical network services. It fits within their existing network architecture to provide advanced routing features without requiring a full hardware upgrade.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks core IP/MPLS and L2VPN routing protocols.
- Subscription Model: Provides access to features on a recurring basis, simplifying budgeting.
- Platform Specific: Tailored for the Cisco ASR 9000 series routing platform.
- Compliance: Ensures your network devices meet licensing requirements for advanced features.
- Scalability: Supports essential network services for growing business demands.
This Cisco license subscription is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing essential IP/MPLS and L2VPN routing capabilities for their ASR 9000 routers.
What This Enables
Enable Core IP/MPLS and L2VPN Routing
Enable teams to deploy and manage essential IP/MPLS and L2VPN services on Cisco ASR 9000 routers. Streamline network segmentation and traffic engineering for improved performance and reliability.
enterprise network core, service edge deployments, private WAN infrastructure, data center interconnect
Ensure Network Service Compliance
Automate compliance checks and maintain up-to-date licensing for critical routing features on Cisco ASR 9000 platforms. Protect against service disruptions caused by expired or missing software licenses.
regulated industry IT environments, IT asset management, network infrastructure audits, operational continuity planning
Support Advanced Network Services
Provide the foundational routing capabilities necessary for advanced network services like VPNs and traffic management. Support business-critical applications with reliable and secure network connectivity.
business continuity planning, high-availability network design, secure remote access solutions, application performance optimization
Key Features
IP/MPLS Support
Enables efficient routing and traffic engineering across complex networks, improving performance and scalability.
L2VPN Capabilities
Allows for the creation of secure Layer 2 virtual private networks, extending network reach and enhancing connectivity options.
Cisco ASR 9000 Platform Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration with your existing Cisco ASR 9000 routing hardware.
Subscription Licensing
Provides predictable costs and continuous access to features, simplifying financial planning and ensuring up-to-date functionality.
Basic Feature Set
Offers essential routing functions required for many core network operations without unnecessary complexity.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly reliable and secure IP/MPLS and L2VPN services for inter-branch connectivity, trading platforms, and data replication, often with strict uptime SLAs.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure and compliant network solutions to transmit sensitive patient data, connect multiple facilities, and support critical medical applications, demanding high availability.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations rely on robust IP/MPLS and L2VPN networks for connecting distributed sites, managing supply chains, and supporting real-time operational technology (OT) communications.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies require secure, scalable, and compliant network infrastructure to support essential services, inter-agency communication, and data management, often adhering to specific security mandates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this license?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is valid for a defined period, typically renewed annually. Specific term details are available at the time of purchase.
What specific features does this license unlock?
This license unlocks basic IP/MPLS and L2VPN functionalities on the Cisco ASR 9000 platform. It provides the foundational routing capabilities required for many network services.
Does this license require a specific hardware model?
Yes, this license is specifically designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 series of routers.
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.