Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K Advanced Security Subscription 3 Year Term
This 3-year advanced security subscription for Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K switches enhances your network's threat detection and compliance posture.
- Access to Advanced Security Features: Unlock enhanced intrusion prevention, threat intelligence, and access control capabilities.
- Coverage for 3 Years: Ensures continuous security updates and support for your critical network infrastructure over a defined term.
- Protection Against Evolving Threats: Stay ahead of emerging cyber threats with regular software updates and security patches.
- Entitlement to Cisco Support: Gain access to expert technical assistance for security-related issues and configuration guidance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K Advanced Security Subscription provides essential security features and ongoing updates for your Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 6000 series switches. This subscription unlocks advanced threat detection, intrusion prevention, and access control functionalities, ensuring your network infrastructure is protected against a wide range of cyber threats.
This licensing is designed for businesses that rely on Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K platforms for their core network operations. IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies will find this subscription crucial for maintaining network integrity, meeting compliance requirements, and ensuring the continuous availability of their business-critical applications.
- Enhanced Threat Detection: Proactively identify and mitigate advanced threats targeting your network.
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Deploy inline intrusion prevention to block malicious traffic in real-time.
- Access Control Enhancements: Strengthen security policies with advanced access control lists and user authentication.
- Continuous Updates: Receive regular software updates and security patches to address new vulnerabilities.
- Compliance Assurance: Help meet regulatory and industry compliance mandates through robust security controls.
This subscription is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to bolster their network security without the overhead of enterprise-level security teams.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection and Prevention
Enable teams to deploy advanced intrusion prevention systems and real-time threat analysis on their core network switches. Streamline the process of identifying and mitigating sophisticated cyber threats before they impact operations.
On-premises network infrastructure, Multi-VLAN environments, Core network switching, Business continuity planning
Strengthen Network Access Control
Automate the enforcement of granular access control policies across the network infrastructure. Streamline user and device authentication to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data and resources.
Segmented network architectures, BYOD environments, Compliance-driven access policies, Centralized network management
Maintain Regulatory Compliance
Ensure your network infrastructure meets stringent regulatory requirements for data security and privacy. Support teams in demonstrating compliance through documented security controls and audit trails.
PCI DSS environments, HIPAA compliant networks, Data privacy regulations, Audit readiness
Key Features
Advanced Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Proactively block malicious traffic and prevent network intrusions, safeguarding critical business data and operations.
Real-time Threat Intelligence Updates
Stay protected against the latest cyber threats with continuous updates to threat detection signatures and intelligence feeds.
Enhanced Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Implement granular security policies to control traffic flow and restrict unauthorized access to network segments.
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable security coverage and budget management for an extended period, ensuring ongoing protection.
Cisco Software Support
Gain access to expert technical assistance for security-related issues, ensuring rapid resolution and minimal downtime.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust security to protect sensitive financial data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced network security features essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Protecting patient health information (PHI) is paramount, necessitating strong network security measures to meet HIPAA compliance and safeguard critical medical systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Securing operational technology (OT) and IT networks is crucial to prevent disruptions in production lines and protect sensitive intellectual property, often requiring advanced threat detection.
Legal & Professional Services
These firms handle highly confidential client data, demanding advanced security to prevent breaches and maintain client trust, often under strict data privacy regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K Advanced Security Subscription?
This is a 3-year subscription license that unlocks advanced security features for Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 6000 series switches. It includes features like intrusion prevention and ongoing software updates.
What hardware does this subscription apply to?
This subscription is specifically designed for Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 6000 series network switches.
Why is a security subscription important for network switches?
Network switches are critical infrastructure. A security subscription ensures they are protected against evolving threats, helps maintain compliance, and provides access to necessary updates and support, preventing potential breaches and operational disruptions.
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.