Cisco ASR 9K Smart License L3 VPN for 4x100GE SE Line Card
Unlock advanced Layer 3 VPN routing capabilities for your Cisco ASR 9000 Series network with this smart license, ensuring compliance and enhanced connectivity.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to essential L3 VPN features for your network infrastructure.
- Feature Enablement: Activates advanced routing protocols and VPN services on specific Cisco ASR 9K line cards.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains adherence to network service requirements and vendor licensing agreements.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees continued access to critical routing and VPN functionalities for your business operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Smart License provides Layer 3 VPN (L3VPN) functionality for the 4x100GE SE line card on the Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers. It is a subscription-based software license that enables advanced routing and VPN services, crucial for service providers and large enterprises managing complex network topologies.
IT Managers and Network Engineers in mid-market and enterprise organizations utilize this license to deploy and manage secure, scalable VPN services. It integrates directly into the Cisco ASR 9K platform, supporting critical business applications and ensuring reliable data transport across distributed networks.
- Advanced Routing: Enables sophisticated L3VPN services, including BGP/MPLS VPNs.
- Scalability: Supports high-density 100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces for future network growth.
- Smart Licensing: Simplifies license management and compliance through Cisco's centralized licensing platform.
- Platform Specific: Tailored for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series with the 4x100GE SE line card.
- Subscription Model: Provides flexible, ongoing access to features with predictable billing.
This Cisco license is ideal for mid-market and enterprise businesses needing to expand their VPN capabilities on their ASR 9000 platform.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced VPN Services
Enable teams to deploy sophisticated Layer 3 VPN services, including BGP/MPLS VPNs, to securely segment traffic and connect distributed sites. Streamline the delivery of managed VPN services to internal departments or external clients.
enterprise network core, service provider edge, multi-site connectivity, secure data transport
Enhance Routing Performance
Streamline network operations by activating high-performance routing features on 100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces. Automate the configuration and management of complex routing policies for improved network efficiency.
high-throughput routing, network segmentation, traffic engineering, data center interconnect
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Automate compliance with Cisco's licensing requirements for advanced routing features on your ASR 9000 platform. Maintain entitlement to critical software functionalities and avoid service disruptions due to licensing lapses.
software asset management, vendor audit readiness, operational continuity, subscription lifecycle management
Key Features
Layer 3 VPN (L3VPN) Functionality
Enables secure and efficient routing of traffic between different network segments or customer sites.
Cisco Smart Licensing
Simplifies license activation, management, and compliance tracking through a centralized platform.
Subscription Billing
Provides predictable operational expenses and continuous access to features as long as the subscription is active.
4x100GE SE Line Card Support
Optimized for high-density, high-speed interfaces, supporting demanding network traffic loads.
ASR 9000 Series Platform
Integrates seamlessly with Cisco's robust and scalable routing platform for enterprise and service provider networks.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable network connectivity for inter-branch communication and transaction processing, making advanced VPN capabilities essential for data protection and compliance.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often operate complex, distributed networks that require secure segmentation and reliable connectivity for sensitive data, necessitating robust L3VPN solutions to meet stringent security mandates.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial organizations with multiple facilities need secure and efficient ways to connect disparate sites for operational data sharing and control systems, benefiting from the scalability and security of L3VPNs.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must ensure secure and compliant transmission of patient data between clinics, hospitals, and labs, making L3VPNs critical for HIPAA compliance and reliable communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco Smart License?
Cisco Smart Licenses are a flexible and modern way to purchase and manage Cisco software. They simplify the licensing process and provide visibility into your software assets through a centralized portal.
What does L3 VPN enable?
Layer 3 VPNs allow for the creation of secure, private networks over a shared infrastructure. They enable routing between different customer sites or network segments as if they were on a single, private network.
Is this a perpetual license?
No, this is a subscription-based license. This means you pay a recurring fee for access to the features for the duration of the subscription term.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.