Cisco CORE/AGGR ADVANCE SIA 3-4 Year Term/100G for Cisco 8000
This Cisco Advance Software Image Management (SWIM) subscription provides 100G network capabilities for Cisco 8000 Series routers over a 3-4 year term, ensuring continuous access to essential software features and support.
- Continuous Feature Access: Entitlement to the latest software features and updates for your Cisco 8000 Series network infrastructure.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees ongoing access to critical software functions, preventing service disruptions due to license expiration.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains adherence to software licensing requirements, avoiding potential penalties and audit issues.
- Predictable Budgeting: Subscription-based billing offers clear cost management for essential network software over the chosen term.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Cisco Advance Software Image Management (SWIM) subscription license for Cisco 8000 Series routers, specifically enabling 100G capabilities. The license is offered for a 3-4 year term and is billed on a subscription basis, providing access to software features and updates.
This license is designed for businesses that operate Cisco 8000 Series routers and require advanced software functionality, particularly at 100G speeds. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who need to ensure their network infrastructure remains compliant, up-to-date, and fully functional without the overhead of traditional perpetual licensing models.
- Advance Software Image Management (SWIM): Enables streamlined management and deployment of software images across your network.
- 100G Capability Enablement: Unlocks high-speed networking features essential for data-intensive operations.
- 3-4 Year Term Subscription: Provides predictable costs and continuous access to software for a defined period.
- Cisco 8000 Series Platform: Specifically designed for compatibility with the Cisco 8000 Series router family.
- Compliance and Support: Ensures your network software is licensed correctly and you have access to necessary support resources.
This Cisco licensing subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to ensure their high-speed network infrastructure is always compliant and feature-rich.
What This Enables
Enable High-Speed Network Operations
Enable teams to deploy and manage 100G network speeds on Cisco 8000 Series routers. Streamline software updates and feature access to support demanding business applications and data flows.
core network infrastructure, high-throughput data environments, network performance optimization, business continuity planning
Maintain Software Compliance
Automate compliance with Cisco's software licensing policies for advanced features on the 8000 Series. Protection against licensing lapses and potential audit issues that could disrupt operations.
regulated business environments, IT asset management, risk mitigation strategies, operational efficiency
Ensure Continuous Feature Access
Entitlement to the latest software images and feature sets for the Cisco 8000 Series platform. Coverage for ongoing software development and security enhancements to keep the network secure and performant.
technology lifecycle management, network modernization initiatives, proactive IT management, business growth enablement
Key Features
Advance Software Image Management (SWIM)
Simplifies the process of updating and managing software images across your network infrastructure, reducing administrative burden.
100G Capability Enablement
Unlocks the full potential of your Cisco 8000 Series routers for high-speed data transmission, crucial for modern business demands.
3-4 Year Subscription Term
Provides a clear, predictable cost for essential software access over an extended period, aiding in financial planning and budget certainty.
Cisco 8000 Series Platform Specific
Ensures seamless integration and optimal performance with your existing Cisco 8000 Series network hardware.
Subscription Billing
Converts capital expenditure on software licenses to operational expenditure, offering flexibility in IT budget management.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
High-speed networking is critical for real-time transaction processing and data analysis, requiring reliable and up-to-date software for compliance and performance in financial services.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often demand robust network performance for operational technology (OT) and data acquisition, necessitating stable and feature-rich software for critical infrastructure.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Secure and high-speed data transfer is essential for medical imaging, patient records, and research, requiring compliant and continuously updated software to meet stringent regulatory standards.
Retail & Hospitality
Modern retail and hospitality operations rely on fast, reliable networks for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer-facing services, benefiting from advanced network capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Advance Software Image Management (SWIM)?
SWIM is a Cisco service that simplifies the management and deployment of software images across your network devices. This license provides access to SWIM capabilities for your Cisco 8000 Series routers.
What does '100G' refer to in this license?
100G refers to 100 Gigabit Ethernet, a high-speed networking standard. This license enables your Cisco 8000 Series routers to operate at these high data transfer rates.
What happens when the 3-4 year term expires?
Upon expiration of the 3-4 year term, your access to new software features and potentially critical updates may cease. Renewal of the subscription would be required to continue these benefits.
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.