Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K Advanced Security Subscription
Secure your Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K network infrastructure with a 3-year advanced security subscription, unlocking essential threat intelligence and policy enforcement capabilities.
- Extended Security Coverage: Access advanced threat detection and prevention features for your Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K switches over a 3-year term.
- Enhanced Network Visibility: Gain deeper insights into network traffic and potential security anomalies to proactively address threats.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain adherence to regulatory requirements through continuous security updates and robust policy controls.
- Operational Continuity: Ensure uninterrupted network performance and security posture with ongoing access to critical security intelligence.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This 3-year subscription provides advanced security features for Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 6000 series switches. It unlocks enhanced threat detection, policy enforcement, and network visibility capabilities, crucial for protecting business-critical data and operations.
Designed for businesses with existing Cisco Catalyst 4K/6K deployments, this license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals seeking to bolster their network defenses without the overhead of enterprise-grade security platforms. It integrates directly into the switch hardware, providing a foundational layer of security.
- Advanced Threat Intelligence: Stay ahead of emerging threats with up-to-date security intelligence feeds.
- Granular Policy Control: Implement and enforce detailed security policies across your network segments.
- Intrusion Prevention: Detect and block malicious traffic patterns and unauthorized access attempts.
- Security Event Logging: Maintain detailed logs for auditing, compliance, and forensic analysis.
- 3-Year Subscription Term: Ensures continuous access to security features and updates for an extended period.
This Cisco security subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to fortify their network infrastructure with advanced, integrated security capabilities.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection
Enable teams to identify and mitigate sophisticated threats targeting network infrastructure. Streamline the process of detecting and responding to potential security breaches in real-time.
on-premises network infrastructure, multi-site operations, business continuity planning, IT security management
Strengthen Network Policy Enforcement
Streamline the implementation and enforcement of granular security policies across the network. Automate compliance checks and ensure consistent security posture for all connected devices.
segmentation strategies, access control management, regulatory compliance, internal IT policy
Improve Security Visibility
Automate the collection and analysis of security-relevant network traffic data. Enable teams to gain deeper insights into network activity and identify anomalous behavior quickly.
network monitoring, security auditing, incident response planning, IT operations visibility
Key Features
Advanced Threat Intelligence Feeds
Proactively defend against known and emerging cyber threats with up-to-date threat data integrated into the switch.
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) capabilities
Detect and block malicious traffic patterns and unauthorized access attempts directly at the network edge.
Granular Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Implement fine-grained security policies to control traffic flow and restrict access between network segments.
Security Event Logging and Reporting
Maintain detailed logs for auditing, compliance, and forensic analysis, aiding in incident investigation.
3-Year Subscription Term
Ensures continuous access to security features, updates, and support for an extended period, simplifying budget planning.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, making advanced network security a critical component.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA regulations, necessitating strong network security measures to prevent data breaches and ensure patient privacy.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, requiring advanced security to prevent unauthorized access and maintain client trust and data integrity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks that can disrupt operations; advanced security helps protect critical infrastructure and operational technology (OT) networks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Cisco Catalyst platforms does this subscription apply to?
This subscription is specifically designed for Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 6000 series network switches. Please verify compatibility with your specific hardware model.
What is the difference between basic and advanced security features?
Advanced security subscriptions typically unlock more sophisticated threat detection, intrusion prevention capabilities, and deeper policy enforcement options compared to basic security features.
How is the subscription activated?
Subscription activation typically involves registering the license key with your Cisco account and applying it to the relevant network devices through the Cisco software management portal.
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.