Cisco CORE & AGGR ADVANCED SIA Subscription for 100G
This 3-year Cisco Advanced Software and Infrastructure Assurance subscription provides essential support and feature access for your 100G core and aggregation network devices.
- Extended Support: Gain 3 years of access to Cisco's advanced technical support for critical network components.
- Feature Entitlement: Unlock advanced software features and capabilities designed to optimize your 100G network performance.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain regulatory compliance and adhere to industry standards with up-to-date software and security patches.
- Operational Continuity: Ensure uninterrupted network operation through proactive issue resolution and timely software updates.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Advanced Software and Infrastructure Assurance (SIA) subscription provides a 3-year entitlement for 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100G) interfaces on Cisco core and aggregation network platforms. It ensures access to critical software updates, security patches, and advanced technical support, maintaining the health and performance of your high-speed network infrastructure.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations, this subscription is essential for businesses that rely on high-throughput network connectivity. It integrates directly with your existing Cisco hardware, providing a necessary layer of software assurance and support to keep your core network operations running smoothly and securely.
- 3-Year Subscription Term: Provides predictable budgeting and continuous coverage for three years.
- Advanced Software Access: Grants entitlement to the latest software releases, feature enhancements, and bug fixes.
- Infrastructure Assurance: Includes security vulnerability patching and proactive threat mitigation for your network devices.
- 100G Interface Support: Specifically covers 100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on eligible Cisco core and aggregation hardware.
- Technical Support Entitlement: Access to Cisco's expert technical assistance for troubleshooting and issue resolution.
Ensure your high-speed network remains secure, compliant, and operational with this essential 3-year Cisco Advanced SIA subscription.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Features
Enable teams to unlock and utilize advanced software features and performance enhancements for their 100G network infrastructure. This ensures optimal data throughput and efficient network management.
high-speed data transfer, network performance optimization, core network operations, business-critical applications
Streamline Software Updates and Patching
Streamline the process of applying critical software updates and security patches to core network devices. This proactive approach reduces vulnerability exposure and maintains network integrity.
network security management, compliance adherence, IT operational efficiency, risk mitigation
Automate Compliance and Security Posture
Automate the maintenance of a strong security posture and regulatory compliance for your 100G network interfaces. Access to the latest security advisories and fixes is crucial for sensitive business data.
data security, regulatory requirements, network infrastructure hardening, business continuity planning
Key Features
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable budgeting and continuous software assurance for your critical 100G network infrastructure over three years.
Advanced Software Access
Grants entitlement to the latest software releases, feature enhancements, and bug fixes, ensuring your network operates with optimal capabilities.
Infrastructure Assurance
Includes security vulnerability patching and proactive threat mitigation, safeguarding your network against emerging cyber threats.
100G Interface Support
Specifically covers 100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on eligible Cisco core and aggregation hardware, vital for high-throughput environments.
Technical Support Entitlement
Access to Cisco's expert technical assistance for troubleshooting and issue resolution, minimizing network downtime.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable high-speed networks to handle sensitive transactions and comply with strict regulatory mandates like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations depend on robust and secure networks for patient data management (HIPAA compliance) and critical medical applications requiring high bandwidth and low latency.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often utilize high-speed networking for real-time operational data, automation, and IoT integration, necessitating reliable and secure infrastructure to prevent production disruptions.
Education & Research
Universities and research institutions require high-capacity networks to support large data transfers, scientific computing, and extensive online learning platforms, demanding consistent performance and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Advanced SIA?
Advanced Software and Infrastructure Assurance (SIA) is a Cisco subscription service that provides access to software updates, security patches, and technical support for Cisco network devices. It ensures your infrastructure remains secure, compliant, and up-to-date.
What hardware does this subscription apply to?
This specific subscription is for 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100G) interfaces on Cisco core and aggregation network platforms. Refer to Cisco's compatibility matrix for exact hardware models.
Why is a software subscription important for network hardware?
Software subscriptions are crucial for maintaining the security, performance, and functionality of network hardware. They provide access to essential updates, patches, and expert support that prevent vulnerabilities and ensure operational continuity.
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.