Cisco ASR 9K Smart License for 20 NV Clients
This Cisco Smart License provides essential software entitlements for your ASR 9000 Series routers, enabling critical network functions for up to 20 non-virtualized clients.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to software features and updates.
- Client Capacity: Supports up to 20 non-virtualized clients for network device management.
- Platform Support: Specifically designed for Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers.
- Value: Ensures network compliance and unlocks full operational capabilities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Smart License provides software entitlements for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers, specifically designed to manage up to 20 non-virtualized clients. It ensures that your network infrastructure has the necessary software features and support for continued operation and compliance.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market organizations utilize these licenses to maintain their Cisco routing platforms. It fits within the network infrastructure stack, directly associating with the ASR 9000 hardware to enable specific software functionalities and manage device access.
- Subscription Licensing: Provides access to software features and updates on a recurring basis.
- Capacity Management: Enables management of up to 20 non-virtualized clients.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain software licensing compliance with Cisco's Smart Licensing model.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks specific software capabilities required for ASR 9000 Series operation.
- Operational Continuity: Supports the ongoing functionality and maintenance of your network edge.
This Cisco Smart License is ideal for mid-market businesses needing to maintain compliance and full functionality for their ASR 9000 Series network devices.
What This Enables
Enable Network Device Management
Enable teams to manage and monitor Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers effectively. Streamline the process of ensuring all network devices are properly licensed and configured for optimal performance.
On-premises data centers, core network infrastructure, edge computing deployments, network aggregation points
Maintain Software Compliance
Streamline software license management to ensure ongoing compliance with Cisco's Smart Licensing program. Automate the tracking of entitlements and avoid potential penalties or service interruptions due to licensing lapses.
Regulated IT environments, multi-device network deployments, IT asset management, infrastructure lifecycle management
Unlock Full Router Capabilities
Automate the activation of advanced features and functionalities on Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers. Ensure your network hardware is capable of supporting current and future traffic demands and service requirements.
High-throughput network services, service provider edge, enterprise WAN connectivity, network segmentation
Key Features
Cisco Smart Licensing
Simplifies license management and compliance through a centralized, software-based approach.
ASR 9000 Series Platform Support
Ensures compatibility and unlocks specific features for Cisco's high-performance edge routers.
20 NV Client Entitlement
Provides the necessary software rights to manage a defined number of non-virtualized network devices.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software updates and support.
Feature Access
Guarantees access to the software capabilities required for the full operation of the ASR 9000 platform.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly reliable and secure network infrastructure to handle sensitive data and high transaction volumes, making robust routing platforms like the ASR 9000 essential for compliance and performance.
Telecommunications & Networking
Service providers rely on ASR 9000 Series routers for their core network functions, demanding licenses that ensure continuous operation, scalability, and adherence to strict service level agreements.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations often depend on stable network connectivity for automation and control systems, necessitating licensed equipment that guarantees uptime and supports critical manufacturing processes.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies require secure, compliant, and resilient network infrastructure to deliver essential services, making licensed Cisco equipment a standard for meeting stringent security and operational requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco Smart License?
Cisco Smart Licensing is a flexible, software-based licensing model that simplifies how you purchase, deploy, and manage Cisco software. It moves away from traditional PAKs to a more streamlined, license-pool approach.
What does 'NV Host License' mean?
NV stands for Non-Virtualized. This license is for managing physical or virtual hosts that are not running in a virtualized environment, such as a standard operating system installation.
How is this license billed?
This license is billed on a subscription basis, meaning you pay a recurring fee for access to the software features and entitlements over a defined period.
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.