Cisco ASR 9K Smart License L3VPN Module 160
This Cisco ASR 9K electronic smart license subscription provides essential L3VPN capabilities for Module 160, ensuring continued network operation and feature access.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to advanced L3VPN features for your Cisco ASR 9000 Series platform.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks critical Layer 3 VPN routing and forwarding capabilities for complex network services.
- Compliance & Support: Ensures your network software is licensed correctly and supports ongoing feature updates.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees access to necessary routing functions for business-critical network services.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is an electronic delivery smart license subscription for Cisco's ASR 9000 Series routers, specifically enabling Layer 3 VPN (L3VPN) functionality for Module 160. It provides the necessary software entitlement to operate and manage advanced routing services on your network infrastructure.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who are responsible for maintaining and expanding their core network routing capabilities. It integrates directly into the Cisco ASR 9000 platform, supporting the operational needs of businesses requiring robust VPN services.
- Subscription Licensing: Provides flexible, subscription-based access to L3VPN features.
- Platform Specific: Tailored for Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers, ensuring compatibility and performance.
- L3VPN Capabilities: Enables advanced Layer 3 VPN services essential for service providers and large enterprises.
- Electronic Delivery: Fast and efficient license activation without physical media.
- Compliance Assurance: Guarantees adherence to Cisco licensing requirements and software entitlements.
This Cisco smart license subscription offers a compliant and efficient way for businesses to access critical L3VPN features on their ASR 9000 Series routers.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced L3VPN Routing Services
Enable teams to deploy and manage sophisticated Layer 3 VPN services essential for secure and segmented network traffic. Streamline the configuration and operation of complex routing policies across distributed network environments.
core network infrastructure, service provider edge, enterprise WAN, data center interconnect
Ensure Software Licensing Compliance
Automate the process of maintaining up-to-date and compliant software licenses for critical network hardware. Protect against potential service disruptions or audit issues arising from licensing non-compliance.
network operations, IT asset management, regulatory environments, IT budget planning
Access Continued Feature Updates
Provide IT teams with entitlement to ongoing software updates and feature enhancements for L3VPN capabilities on the ASR 9000 platform. Ensure the network infrastructure remains current with security patches and performance improvements.
network lifecycle management, technology refresh cycles, performance optimization, security posture
Key Features
Cisco Smart Licensing
Simplifies license management and compliance through a centralized, electronic system.
L3VPN Functionality
Enables the creation and management of secure, isolated Layer 3 virtual private networks for traffic segmentation.
ASR 9000 Series Support
Specifically designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 platform, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility.
Module 160 Specific
Provides entitlement for the L3VPN features associated with Module 160 on the ASR 9000 platform.
Subscription Billing
Offers a flexible, operational expense model for accessing advanced network features.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and segmentation for sensitive data, making L3VPN capabilities essential for compliance with regulations like PCI DSS and for secure inter-branch communication.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must protect patient data (PHI) under HIPAA, necessitating secure network segmentation and private communication channels that L3VPN provides for internal and partner connectivity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial networks often involve connecting multiple sites, factories, and operational technology (OT) systems securely. L3VPNs are crucial for segmenting IT and OT traffic and ensuring reliable communication for production.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle sensitive information and require secure, reliable communication networks that meet strict security mandates and provide segmented access for different departments or agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco Smart License?
A Cisco Smart License is an electronic, license management solution that simplifies how you activate, manage, and track your Cisco software subscriptions and licenses. It moves away from traditional PAK files to a more flexible, cloud-based system.
What does L3VPN enable?
L3VPN (Layer 3 Virtual Private Network) enables the creation of secure, isolated virtual networks over a shared infrastructure. It allows different customer sites or network segments to communicate privately as if they were on a dedicated network, using Layer 3 routing principles.
How is this license delivered?
This license is delivered electronically, meaning you will receive activation instructions and the license entitlement digitally, allowing for quick deployment without the need for physical media.
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.