Cisco CNC Essential Lite RTU License Level 2
The Cisco CNC Essential Lite RTU License Level 2 provides essential network visibility and control capabilities for businesses managing 12 to 35 million data flows.
- Enhanced Visibility: Gain deep insights into network traffic patterns and application usage.
- Improved Control: Implement granular policies to manage network resources and user access effectively.
- License Compliance: Ensure adherence to Cisco's licensing terms and avoid potential penalties.
- Scalable Capacity: Supports environments with 12 to 35 million data flows, accommodating growth.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco CNC Essential Lite RTU License Level 2 is a subscription-based software license designed to unlock core network visibility and control features within the Cisco Connected Network Controller platform. It enables businesses to monitor and manage network traffic, identify application usage, and enforce security policies for environments handling a significant volume of data flows.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in small to mid-market companies utilize this license to gain essential insights into their network's performance and security posture. It integrates with existing Cisco infrastructure, providing a foundational layer for network management and optimization without the complexity of enterprise-grade solutions.
- Network Traffic Analysis: Understand application performance and user behavior.
- Policy Enforcement: Apply granular access controls and QoS policies.
- Security Monitoring: Detect anomalies and potential threats within network traffic.
- License Management: Simplifies tracking and compliance for Cisco software entitlements.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable operational expense for continuous access to features.
This Cisco license offers essential network intelligence and control, making it an ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to optimize their IT infrastructure.
What This Enables
Enable Network Traffic Visibility
Enable teams to gain essential insights into network traffic patterns and application usage. Streamline the identification of bandwidth-consuming applications and potential performance bottlenecks.
on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud deployments, managed network services, distributed enterprise networks
Implement Basic Policy Control
Streamline the enforcement of fundamental network access and quality of service policies. Automate the application of security rules to manage user access and prioritize critical business applications.
corporate office networks, branch office deployments, secure remote access environments, campus networks
Monitor Network Security Posture
Enable teams to monitor for unusual network activity and potential security threats. Automate the logging of network events for basic security auditing and compliance checks.
business continuity planning, regulatory compliance adherence, IT risk management, incident response preparation
Key Features
Cisco Connected Network Controller Platform
Provides a centralized platform for network visibility and control, simplifying management for your IT team.
Essential Lite Feature Set
Unlocks core capabilities for traffic analysis and policy enforcement without the complexity of advanced features.
Right-to-Use (RTU) License
Grants the legal right to use the software for the specified term, ensuring compliance.
Subscription Billing Model
Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software updates and support.
Level 2 Deployment Scope
Supports environments with 12 to 35 million data flows, suitable for growing mid-market organizations.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust network monitoring and policy enforcement to meet strict regulatory compliance standards like PCI DSS and SOX, ensuring data integrity and security.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain HIPAA compliance and protect sensitive patient data, necessitating detailed network visibility and access control to prevent breaches.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups handle significant customer data and transaction volumes, requiring network control to ensure secure payment processing and a positive customer experience.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often rely on complex networks for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, demanding visibility to ensure uptime and security of critical systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco CNC Essential Lite RTU License Level 2?
This is a subscription license for the Cisco Connected Network Controller platform that enables essential network visibility and control features for environments handling 12 to 35 million data flows.
What is the term of this license?
This is a subscription license, implying a recurring term. Specific durations are typically 1, 3, or 5 years and are defined at the time of purchase.
What kind of businesses use this license?
Small to mid-market businesses that require foundational network monitoring and policy enforcement capabilities to manage their IT infrastructure effectively.
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.