Cisco ASR 9000 MACsec 10G License
Secure your network traffic with the Cisco ASR 9000 MACsec 10G Right to Use License, enabling encrypted data transmission for enhanced privacy and compliance.
- Feature Access: Unlock MACsec encryption capabilities for 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on your Cisco ASR 9000.
- Data Security: Protect sensitive data in transit against unauthorized access and eavesdropping.
- Compliance Assurance: Meet regulatory requirements for data encryption and privacy.
- Operational Continuity: Ensure uninterrupted, secure network operations with essential licensing.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco ASR 9000 MACsec 10G Right to Use License subscription enables hardware-based encryption for 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on your Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers. It provides the necessary authorization to activate MACsec, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality for traffic traversing your network.
IT Managers and Network Engineers in mid-market organizations utilize this license to secure critical data flows between sites or within data centers. It integrates directly into the Cisco IOS XR operating system, providing a foundational layer of security for sensitive business communications and operations.
- MACsec Encryption: Activates IEEE 802.1AE MACsec for secure Layer 2 data transmission.
- 10Gbps Throughput: Supports encryption and decryption at line rate for 10 Gigabit Ethernet links.
- Hardware Acceleration: Utilizes dedicated hardware for efficient, low-latency encryption.
- Subscription Term: Licensed on a subscription basis, providing flexibility and predictable costs.
- Platform Specific: Designed for Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers.
Secure your critical data streams with this essential Cisco license, providing enterprise-grade encryption without the overhead for growing businesses.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Inter-Site Connectivity
Enable teams to establish secure, encrypted tunnels between branch offices or data centers using MACsec. This ensures that all data transmitted over these links is protected from eavesdropping and tampering.
Multi-site organizations, businesses with remote workers, companies requiring secure data replication
Protect Sensitive Data in Transit
Streamline the process of encrypting sensitive customer or financial data as it moves across the network. This license provides the necessary feature to prevent unauthorized access to critical information.
Organizations handling PII, financial data, or intellectual property; regulated industries
Meet Regulatory Compliance Standards
Automate compliance with data privacy regulations like GDPR or HIPAA by implementing strong encryption for network traffic. This license ensures that data in transit meets required security standards.
Businesses in regulated sectors, companies with strict data handling policies, organizations undergoing security audits
Key Features
MACsec Encryption (IEEE 802.1AE)
Provides strong, hardware-based encryption for Layer 2 traffic, ensuring data confidentiality and integrity.
10 Gigabit Ethernet Support
Enables secure high-speed data transmission without performance degradation on critical network links.
Hardware Acceleration
Offloads encryption tasks to dedicated hardware, minimizing CPU utilization and maintaining line-rate performance.
Subscription Licensing
Offers flexible, cost-effective access to essential security features with predictable billing.
Cisco ASR 9000 Platform
Integrates seamlessly with existing Cisco ASR 9000 infrastructure, simplifying deployment and management.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions must protect sensitive transaction data and customer information in transit to comply with regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, making MACsec encryption essential for secure network communications.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers are mandated by HIPAA to secure Protected Health Information (PHI) transmitted over networks, requiring robust encryption solutions like MACsec to ensure patient data privacy and compliance.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle classified and sensitive citizen data, necessitating strong security measures like MACsec to protect against cyber threats and meet stringent data protection mandates.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations manage highly confidential client information, requiring secure data transmission to maintain client privilege and comply with data privacy laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MACsec?
MACsec, or Media Access Control Security, is an IEEE 802.1AE standard that provides security services for Ethernet traffic. It ensures data confidentiality, integrity, and origin authenticity at the MAC layer.
What does 'Right to Use' license mean?
A 'Right to Use' license, often referred to as an RTU, grants you the permission to activate and use a specific feature or software capability on your hardware. It is typically a subscription-based model.
Does this license require additional hardware?
No, this is a software license that enables a feature on existing Cisco ASR 9000 routers that support MACsec. Ensure your specific ASR 9000 model and line cards are compatible with MACsec.
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.