Cisco AWS Instance Type C3.XLARGE Annual Subscription
This Cisco annual subscription provides access to advanced platform capabilities for your AWS C3.XLARGE instance, ensuring continuous operation and feature availability.
- License Term: Annual subscription provides predictable costs and uninterrupted service for your AWS environment.
- Platform Access: Unlocks specific Cisco software features and functionalities designed for cloud-based deployments.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your Cisco software is licensed correctly, meeting regulatory and operational requirements.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees access to necessary software updates and support for sustained performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco platform license is an annual subscription for the AWS C3.XLARGE instance type. It enables specific software features and ensures your deployment remains compliant and fully supported for the duration of the term.
Designed for businesses utilizing AWS for their core operations, this license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals seeking to optimize their cloud infrastructure with enterprise-grade Cisco software capabilities without the overhead of traditional hardware procurement.
- Annual Subscription: Provides a 12-month term for predictable budgeting and continuous access to licensed features.
- AWS C3.XLARGE Optimization: Tailored for performance and functionality on this specific AWS instance type.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks advanced software capabilities essential for modern business IT environments.
- Compliance Management: Simplifies licensing, reducing the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties.
- Vendor Support: Ensures access to Cisco's technical expertise and software updates throughout the subscription period.
This annual Cisco subscription is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market organizations needing to ensure their AWS-hosted Cisco software is licensed, supported, and fully functional.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Security Features
Enable teams to deploy and manage sophisticated network security policies and threat detection capabilities. Streamline the enforcement of security postures across your AWS-based infrastructure.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized infrastructure, distributed applications
Ensure Software Licensing Compliance
Streamline the process of maintaining accurate software licenses for your Cisco deployments on AWS. Automate compliance checks and avoid costly penalties associated with licensing discrepancies.
regulated industries, multi-cloud strategies, IT asset management, operational efficiency initiatives
Access Continuous Software Updates
Automate the delivery and application of the latest software updates and security patches for your Cisco platform. Protect your environment against emerging threats and ensure access to new functionalities.
security-conscious organizations, performance-critical applications, evolving IT landscapes, proactive maintenance strategies
Key Features
Annual Subscription Term
Provides predictable budgeting and uninterrupted access to licensed software features for 12 months.
AWS C3.XLARGE Instance Specific
Optimized for deployment and performance on this particular AWS compute instance type.
Platform Software Access
Unlocks advanced functionalities and capabilities of Cisco's platform software.
Compliance Assurance
Helps maintain adherence to licensing agreements and regulatory requirements.
Vendor Support Entitlement
Grants access to Cisco's technical support and software updates during the subscription period.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance features to protect sensitive data and meet stringent regulatory demands like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict data privacy regulations such as HIPAA, necessitating secure and compliant IT infrastructure for patient data.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often rely on secure and stable network operations for production lines and supply chain management, requiring reliable software and continuous uptime.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information, demanding strong security measures and data integrity to maintain client trust and meet ethical obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a platform software license?
A platform software license grants you the right to use specific software developed by a vendor, like Cisco, on your own IT infrastructure. This license specifies the terms of use, duration, and features enabled.
Why is an annual subscription important for cloud deployments?
An annual subscription provides a fixed cost for software access over a year, simplifying budgeting. For cloud deployments, it ensures continuous availability of necessary features and support without frequent renewal cycles.
Does this license apply to any Cisco hardware?
This specific license is for a Cisco platform software subscription intended for deployment on an AWS C3.XLARGE instance. It is not a license for physical Cisco hardware.
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.