Cisco ASR 9K Standard License I-VRF for 4-Port 100GE Line Card
Unlock advanced routing capabilities for your Cisco ASR 9000 series network with the Standard I-VRF license, ensuring critical compliance and operational efficiency for your 100GE line cards.
- Feature Access: Entitlement to utilize the Integrated Virtual Routing and Forwarding (I-VRF) feature on specific line cards.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain adherence to network segmentation and security policies through advanced VRF capabilities.
- Operational Continuity: Ensure uninterrupted service and access to essential routing functions for your high-speed network.
- Scalability Support: Facilitate the expansion of your network's routing capacity and complexity with licensed features.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Cisco ASR 9000 series platform software subscription license that enables the Integrated Virtual Routing and Forwarding (I-VRF) feature for a 4-port 100 Gigabit Ethernet line card. It provides the necessary entitlement to operate advanced routing functionalities, ensuring compliance and efficient network segmentation.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market organizations utilize this license to enhance their core routing infrastructure. It is essential for businesses that require granular control over traffic flow, secure network segmentation, and the full utilization of high-speed interfaces within their data center or campus network.
- I-VRF Enablement: Unlocks the Integrated Virtual Routing and Forwarding capability on the specified line card.
- Subscription Term: Provided as a subscription, ensuring access to features for a defined period.
- Platform Specific: Designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 series routers and compatible line cards.
- Compliance Ready: Facilitates network segmentation required for regulatory compliance and security policies.
- Performance Optimization: Supports efficient traffic management and routing for high-bandwidth 100GE interfaces.
This Cisco license is the right choice for mid-market teams needing to ensure their high-speed routing infrastructure is compliant and fully functional.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Segmentation
Enable teams to create isolated routing instances within a single physical router. This allows for the secure separation of traffic for different departments or applications, enhancing security and manageability.
data center consolidation, multi-tenant environments, network security policy enforcement
Streamline Traffic Engineering
Streamline the management of complex traffic flows across high-speed interfaces. This license supports sophisticated routing policies necessary for optimizing network performance and ensuring Quality of Service (QoS).
high-performance computing clusters, financial trading platforms, large-scale content delivery
Automate Routing Policy Deployment
Automate the deployment and management of routing policies for 100GE interfaces. This reduces manual configuration errors and speeds up the provisioning of network services.
network automation initiatives, DevOps workflows, dynamic service provisioning
Key Features
Integrated Virtual Routing and Forwarding (I-VRF)
Allows for the creation of multiple virtual routing tables within a single router, enabling traffic isolation and enhanced security.
100GE Line Card Support
Optimizes the performance and functionality of high-speed 100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces for demanding network environments.
Subscription Licensing
Provides access to features for a defined term, offering predictable costs and ensuring access to the latest software capabilities.
Cisco ASR 9000 Series Platform
Ensures compatibility and seamless integration with Cisco's robust and scalable routing platform.
Network Segmentation
Facilitates the logical separation of networks, improving security posture and simplifying network management.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust network segmentation and security to protect sensitive transaction data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must maintain strict data privacy and security under HIPAA, necessitating advanced network segmentation for patient records and operational systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial networks often require isolated segments for operational technology (OT) and IT systems to ensure security and prevent interference with critical production processes.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle sensitive information and require secure, segmented networks to protect national security and citizen data, adhering to various compliance mandates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this license?
This is a subscription license, meaning it is valid for a defined period. The specific term is determined at the time of purchase and is outlined in your agreement.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco ASR 9000 series routers and is designed to enable features on a 4-port 100 Gigabit Ethernet line card.
Why is I-VRF important for my network?
I-VRF is crucial for creating isolated routing domains within your network, which enhances security, simplifies management, and helps meet compliance requirements by segmenting traffic.
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.