Cisco ASR 9K Smart License NV Host License for 1 NV Client
This Cisco Smart License provides essential network management capabilities for your ASR 9000 Series routers, ensuring compliance and operational continuity for one NV client.
- License Activation: Enables the use of Network Virtualization (NV) features on Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers.
- Subscription Term: Operates on a subscription basis, providing ongoing access to licensed functionality.
- Client Capacity: Specifically licensed for one NV client, suitable for targeted deployments or specific network segments.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your network infrastructure adheres to Cisco's licensing requirements, avoiding operational disruptions.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco ASR 9K Smart License provides the necessary entitlement for one Network Virtualization (NV) client host on your Cisco ASR 9000 Series router platform. It is a subscription-based license designed to manage and enable specific virtualized network functions within your core routing infrastructure.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market organizations utilize this license to maintain compliance and unlock the full potential of their Cisco ASR 9000 Series hardware. It integrates into the Cisco Smart Licensing ecosystem, simplifying license management and ensuring that your network operates within its authorized capabilities.
- Network Virtualization Enablement: Unlocks the capability to host and manage virtualized network functions on ASR 9000 Series routers.
- Smart Licensing Integration: Leverages Cisco's Smart Licensing platform for streamlined activation, management, and reporting.
- Subscription-Based Access: Provides access to licensed features for the duration of the subscription term.
- Single NV Client Host: Specifically designed to support one NV client host, offering granular control over licensing.
- Platform Compliance: Ensures your ASR 9000 Series deployment meets Cisco's software licensing mandates.
This Cisco Smart License is ideal for mid-market organizations needing to precisely manage virtualized network functions on their ASR 9000 Series routers while maintaining strict compliance.
What This Enables
Enable Network Virtualization Features
Enable teams to deploy and manage virtualized network functions on Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers. Streamline the activation and ongoing use of NV capabilities within your core network infrastructure.
core network routing, virtualized network functions, subscription-based software, network infrastructure management
Maintain Licensing Compliance
Automate compliance with Cisco's licensing policies for your ASR 9000 Series platform. Protect against potential service disruptions or audit findings by ensuring all NV client hosts are properly licensed.
network operations, IT asset management, regulatory adherence, infrastructure lifecycle management
Manage Subscription Software Access
Streamline the management of subscription-based software entitlements for your network hardware. Provide clear visibility into licensed features and their usage across your ASR 9000 Series deployment.
IT service delivery, network operations centers, technology lifecycle planning, managed infrastructure
Key Features
Cisco Smart License
Simplifies license activation, management, and reporting through a centralized Cisco platform.
NV Host License
Unlocks specific Network Virtualization capabilities on ASR 9000 Series routers.
Subscription Billing
Provides predictable operational expenses and continuous access to licensed features.
1 NV Client Capacity
Allows for precise licensing and control over virtualized functions for a single host.
ASR 9000 Series Compatibility
Ensures proper licensing for critical core routing hardware.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust and compliant network infrastructure to handle sensitive data and meet strict regulatory requirements for network segmentation and security.
Telecommunications & Service Providers
Service providers often deploy advanced routing platforms like the ASR 9000 Series and utilize network virtualization for service delivery, requiring precise licensing for these capabilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain secure, reliable, and compliant networks to protect patient data (PHI) and ensure continuous operations, often leveraging advanced network features.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments increasingly rely on sophisticated IT networks for operational technology (OT) integration and data management, necessitating reliable and properly licensed core network components.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco Smart License?
A Cisco Smart License is a flexible, electronic method for managing your Cisco software licenses. It simplifies the process of purchasing, deploying, and managing licenses across your organization through a centralized portal.
What does 'NV Host License' mean?
NV Host License refers to a license that enables the hosting of Network Virtualization (NV) capabilities on a specific device, in this case, a Cisco ASR 9000 Series router. It allows for the deployment of virtual network functions.
Is this a perpetual or subscription license?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning you pay for access to the licensed features for a defined term, rather than a one-time perpetual purchase.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.