Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series LAN Base to IP Base Upgrade License
This electronic license upgrade for Cisco Catalyst 3650 series switches enables advanced Layer 3 routing features, enhancing your network's performance and manageability.
- Enhanced Routing: Access advanced Layer 3 routing protocols for more sophisticated network segmentation and traffic management.
- Feature Unlock: Enables features previously unavailable in LAN Base, such as OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP for dynamic routing.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your network infrastructure meets evolving business requirements and potential regulatory needs.
- Operational Continuity: Maintains access to essential network services and supports future growth without hardware replacement.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This electronic subscription license facilitates an upgrade for Cisco Catalyst 3650 series switches from LAN Base to IP Base software feature sets. It unlocks advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities, allowing for more complex network designs and improved traffic control.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who utilize Cisco Catalyst 3650 switches. It integrates directly with existing hardware, enhancing its functionality without requiring a physical replacement, thereby optimizing the current IT investment.
- Layer 3 Routing: Enables dynamic routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP.
- Network Segmentation: Supports advanced VLAN routing and inter-VLAN communication.
- Scalability: Prepares your network for increased traffic and future expansion.
- Management Enhancements: Provides greater visibility and control over network traffic flow.
- Software Compliance: Ensures your network software is properly licensed for advanced features.
This license upgrade is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to expand their network's routing capabilities and optimize performance without the cost of new hardware.
What This Enables
Unlock Advanced Layer 3 Routing Capabilities
Enable teams to implement dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP for more intelligent traffic management. Streamline network segmentation and improve inter-VLAN communication for better performance and security.
organizations with growing network complexity, businesses requiring advanced traffic engineering, teams managing multi-VLAN environments, networks needing dynamic routing support
Enhance Network Scalability and Performance
Support increased network traffic and prepare for future growth by enabling more sophisticated routing functions. Automate network adjustments based on real-time conditions, ensuring optimal performance for critical business applications.
businesses experiencing rapid growth, companies with expanding data needs, IT departments planning network upgrades, environments supporting high-bandwidth applications
Ensure Software Compliance and Feature Access
Maintain compliance with software licensing requirements by upgrading to the IP Base feature set. Provide IT professionals with access to essential Layer 3 features needed for modern network operations and troubleshooting.
organizations prioritizing IT asset management, businesses needing to meet vendor support requirements, IT teams managing diverse network services, companies with strict operational standards
Key Features
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Platform Support
Ensures compatibility and seamless integration with your existing Cisco 3650 network infrastructure.
LAN Base to IP Base Upgrade
Unlocks advanced Layer 3 routing protocols and features, enhancing network intelligence and control.
Electronic Delivery
Provides quick and efficient license activation without physical media, minimizing deployment time.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software features as long as the subscription is active.
Enhanced Network Management
Grants IT professionals greater visibility and control over traffic flow, aiding in troubleshooting and optimization.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust network segmentation and high availability for secure transaction processing, making advanced Layer 3 routing essential for compliance and performance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers need secure, segmented networks to protect sensitive patient data (HIPAA compliance) and ensure reliable access to critical systems, benefiting from advanced routing capabilities.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often involve complex networks connecting various operational technology (OT) systems, requiring advanced routing for efficient data flow and network isolation.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage large, diverse networks with multiple subnets and user groups, benefiting from the enhanced segmentation and traffic management provided by Layer 3 routing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between LAN Base and IP Base licenses on Cisco Catalyst 3650 switches?
LAN Base is a Layer 2 feature set, primarily focused on switching capabilities. IP Base unlocks Layer 3 routing features, enabling dynamic routing protocols and more advanced network segmentation.
Does this license require a hardware replacement?
No, this is a software upgrade license. It enhances the capabilities of your existing Cisco Catalyst 3650 switches without the need for new hardware.
What is the term of this subscription license?
The term of the subscription is determined at the time of purchase and is reflected in your contract. It provides access to the IP Base features for the duration of the active subscription.
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.