Cisco ASR 9000 4-Port 100GE SE LC PAYG 1-Port 100GE RTU
This Cisco software license unlocks advanced 100 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities for your ASR 9000 platform, ensuring continued operation and feature access.
- Feature Access: Entitlement to utilize 4-port 100GE SE LC PAYG and 1-port 100GE RTU functionalities.
- Compliance: Ensures your network infrastructure adheres to vendor licensing requirements.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees that your network devices function with the latest software features and support.
- Performance Enhancement: Enables higher bandwidth and advanced routing capabilities for demanding network environments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Cisco platform software license, specifically a subscription-based Right-to-Use (RTU) license for the ASR 9000 series routers. It enables the use of specific high-density 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100GE) line cards and features, including Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) options for flexible capacity management.
This license is designed for IT professionals and network managers within SMB and mid-market organizations who are responsible for maintaining and upgrading their core network infrastructure. It ensures that their Cisco ASR 9000 routers are properly licensed for advanced 100GE connectivity and features, preventing operational disruptions and compliance issues.
- Enhanced Connectivity: Enables 100 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-throughput data transfer.
- Flexible Licensing: Supports Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) models for adaptable capacity.
- Platform Support: Specifically designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 series routers.
- Feature Unlock: Grants access to advanced routing and switching capabilities.
- Subscription Billing: Provides a predictable, recurring cost model for software access.
This Cisco license is the ideal solution for mid-market organizations needing to scale their network with high-speed 100GE connectivity without over-provisioning.
What This Enables
Enable High-Speed Network Connectivity
Enable teams to deploy and utilize 100 Gigabit Ethernet ports on their Cisco ASR 9000 routers. Streamline data transfer for demanding applications and services.
core network infrastructure, high-bandwidth data centers, service provider edge, enterprise campus backbones
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Automate the process of maintaining up-to-date software licenses for critical network hardware. Prevent operational disruptions caused by expired or missing licenses.
IT asset management, network operations centers, regulatory compliance environments, technology refresh cycles
Access Advanced Routing Features
Unlock the full potential of your Cisco ASR 9000 platform with advanced routing and switching capabilities. Optimize network traffic flow and improve overall performance.
complex network designs, traffic engineering requirements, network segmentation, performance optimization initiatives
Key Features
4-Port 100GE SE LC PAYG
Provides flexible, high-density 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with pay-as-you-go options for cost-effective scaling.
1-Port 100GE RTU
Enables essential 100 Gigabit Ethernet functionality with a straightforward Right-to-Use license for immediate deployment.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software features and updates.
Cisco ASR 9000 Platform
Ensures compatibility and optimal performance with Cisco's robust routing platform.
Software License
Guarantees compliance and unlocks advanced features required for modern high-speed networking.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-speed, reliable network connectivity for high-frequency trading, transaction processing, and secure data exchange, making 100GE essential for their operations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Modern industrial environments rely on high-bandwidth networks for real-time data acquisition, IoT device communication, and automation systems, necessitating advanced connectivity like 100GE.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers handle large volumes of sensitive data, including medical imaging and patient records, requiring robust and fast network infrastructure to support critical applications and research.
Education & Research
Universities and research institutions often manage massive datasets and require high-performance computing clusters, driving the need for high-speed network links like 100GE for data-intensive research and collaboration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco RTU license?
A Right-to-Use (RTU) license from Cisco grants you the legal permission to use specific software features or hardware capabilities on your Cisco devices. It is typically a perpetual or subscription-based entitlement.
What does PAYG mean for this license?
PAYG, or Pay-As-You-Go, indicates that the licensing model allows for flexible capacity consumption, often billed based on usage or a tiered structure, providing cost efficiency for variable network demands.
How is this license activated?
Activation typically involves installing a license file or key on the Cisco ASR 9000 router through the Cisco IOS XR command-line interface or management tools. Specific steps are detailed in Cisco's product documentation.
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.