Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series IP Services Upgrade License
Unlock advanced network capabilities for your Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series switches with an electronic upgrade from IP Base to IP Services licensing, ensuring enhanced functionality and performance.
- Enhanced Network Services: Gain access to advanced Layer 3 routing protocols, QoS features, and security capabilities essential for complex business networks.
- Feature Unlock: Enables critical functionalities like Flexible NetFlow, Policy-Based Routing, and advanced security features previously unavailable.
- Compliance and Performance: Ensure your network meets evolving business demands and regulatory requirements with upgraded software features.
- Scalable Operations: Supports network growth by providing the necessary features for more sophisticated traffic management and application support.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This electronic license upgrade transforms your Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series switch from IP Base functionality to the more advanced IP Services feature set. It provides access to a wider range of routing protocols, enhanced quality of service (QoS) capabilities, and improved security features, enabling more sophisticated network operations.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this license is crucial for businesses that require robust routing capabilities, advanced traffic management, and comprehensive security for their internal networks. It integrates directly with your existing Cisco 3850 hardware, enhancing its operational capacity without requiring a full hardware replacement.
- Advanced Routing Protocols: Enables support for protocols like BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and IS-IS for complex network designs.
- Enhanced QoS: Provides granular control over network traffic to prioritize critical applications and ensure optimal performance.
- Security Features: Unlocks advanced security functionalities such as Flexible NetFlow for traffic analysis and improved access control.
- Network Visibility: Offers deeper insights into network traffic patterns for better troubleshooting and capacity planning.
- Electronic Delivery: Fast and efficient license activation via electronic delivery, minimizing downtime.
Empower your business network with the advanced features of Cisco IP Services licensing, providing the performance and control needed for demanding operations.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Layer 3 Routing
Enable teams to deploy complex network topologies requiring advanced routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP. Streamline inter-VLAN routing and support multi-site connectivity for distributed organizations.
multi-site networks, complex routing requirements, distributed IT infrastructure, enterprise-grade network design
Enhance Network Quality of Service
Streamline traffic management by prioritizing critical business applications such as VoIP, video conferencing, and ERP systems. Automate QoS policies to ensure consistent performance and user experience.
performance-sensitive applications, unified communications, business-critical systems, high-traffic environments
Strengthen Network Security Posture
Enable teams to implement advanced security features like Flexible NetFlow for detailed traffic monitoring and analysis. Automate threat detection and response by gaining deeper visibility into network activity.
security-conscious operations, compliance requirements, network monitoring needs, threat intelligence gathering
Key Features
IP Services Feature Set
Unlocks advanced routing protocols, QoS, and security features essential for complex enterprise networks.
Electronic License Delivery
Provides fast and efficient activation, minimizing deployment time and operational disruption.
Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Compatibility
Directly enhances the capabilities of existing Cisco 3850 switches, maximizing hardware investment.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses and ensures access to ongoing software updates and support.
Enhanced Network Control
Grants granular control over traffic, security, and routing, leading to improved network performance and reliability.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Requires robust security, high availability, and advanced routing for trading platforms, transaction processing, and compliance with financial regulations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Needs reliable network performance for critical patient data systems, medical devices, and adherence to HIPAA compliance standards for data privacy.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Demands high-performance networks for operational technology (OT) integration, real-time data processing, and secure connectivity across production facilities.
Education & Research
Supports large, diverse user bases, extensive research data transfer, and the need for segmented networks with advanced traffic management and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between IP Base and IP Services licenses on Cisco Catalyst 3850?
The IP Base license offers fundamental Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 routing capabilities. The IP Services license unlocks advanced Layer 3 routing protocols (like BGP, OSPF), enhanced Quality of Service (QoS) features, and advanced security functionalities such as Flexible NetFlow.
How is this license delivered and activated?
This is an electronic license (eRTU) which means it is delivered digitally. Activation typically involves obtaining a license key from Cisco and applying it to your Cisco Catalyst 3850 switch via the command-line interface or Cisco DNA Center.
What is the term of this license?
This license is sold on a subscription basis, meaning it is valid for a defined term, typically one to five years, after which it may need to be renewed to maintain access to all features and support.
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.