Cisco ASR 9K Smart License In-Line for CGv6
This Cisco Smart License subscription provides electronic in-line licensing for the ASR 9000 Series platform, enabling critical network functions for your business infrastructure.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to Cisco ASR 9K CGv6 features and ongoing software updates.
- Platform Applicability: Specifically designed for Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers, ensuring compatibility and performance.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains regulatory compliance and software entitlement for your network devices.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks advanced capabilities and capacity required for modern network operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This electronic delivery Smart License subscription is for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series platform, specifically enabling the CGv6 functionality. It provides a flexible, subscription-based model for managing software entitlements, ensuring your network devices are compliant and have access to the necessary features for operation.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize these licenses to maintain and upgrade their core network infrastructure. This license fits into environments where Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers are deployed for routing, switching, and service provider functions, ensuring continued operation and feature access.
- Subscription Licensing: Flexible, recurring billing model for predictable IT budgeting.
- Electronic Delivery: Fast and efficient license activation without physical media.
- ASR 9000 Series Support: Tailored for Cisco's high-performance ASR 9000 router platform.
- CGv6 Functionality: Enables critical IPv6 routing and service capabilities.
- Compliance and Entitlement: Guarantees legal use of software features and access to updates.
This Cisco Smart License subscription is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market teams needing to manage their ASR 9000 Series network infrastructure efficiently and compliantly.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced IPv6 Routing Capabilities
Enable teams to deploy and manage IPv6 services efficiently across their network infrastructure. Streamline the activation of Carrier Grade IPv6 features on Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers.
core network routing, service provider edge, large-scale IP deployments, network infrastructure upgrades
Maintain Software Compliance and Entitlement
Automate the tracking and management of software licenses to ensure continuous compliance with Cisco's licensing policies. Protect against operational disruptions caused by expired or non-compliant software.
network operations centers, IT asset management, regulatory compliance, infrastructure lifecycle management
Support Network Growth and Scalability
Streamline the process of scaling network capacity and feature sets as business demands increase. Ensure access to the latest software versions and functionalities for future network expansion.
high-traffic environments, service delivery platforms, network capacity planning, business continuity
Key Features
Subscription-based licensing
Provides predictable operational expenses and flexible access to software features.
Electronic delivery
Enables rapid deployment and activation of licenses without physical shipment delays.
CGv6 functionality
Unlocks critical IPv6 capabilities required for modern internet connectivity and service delivery.
ASR 9000 Series platform specific
Ensures optimal performance and compatibility with your existing Cisco routing infrastructure.
Smart Licensing integration
Simplifies license management and compliance tracking through Cisco's centralized 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 their operations.
Telecommunications & Networking
Service providers rely on ASR 9000 Series routers for core network functions, including advanced IPv6 routing, to deliver high-speed internet and communication services to their customers.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure and always-on network connectivity to manage patient data and critical medical systems, benefiting from the reliability and advanced features of the ASR 9000 platform.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often require high-performance networking for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, where ASR 9000 Series routers can provide the necessary bandwidth and advanced routing capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Smart Licensing?
Cisco Smart Licensing is a flexible and automated software licensing program that simplifies how you buy, deploy, and manage Cisco software. It allows for electronic license delivery and management, reducing manual processes.
What does CGv6 mean for my network?
CGv6 refers to Carrier Grade IPv6, which are advanced IPv6 features designed for service provider networks. Enabling CGv6 on your ASR 9000 Series routers ensures your network is prepared for the growth of IPv6 traffic and services.
How is this license delivered?
This license is delivered electronically. Once purchased, you will receive instructions on how to activate and register your license through Cisco's Smart Licensing portal.
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.