Cisco CSR 1000V Smart License 10Gbps AX Package 1-Year
This 1-year Cisco CSR 1000V smart license package unlocks 10Gbps AX capabilities, ensuring your network infrastructure is compliant and performs optimally.
- License Term: Annual subscription for continuous access to advanced routing features and performance.
- Capacity Unlock: Enables 10Gbps throughput for the Cisco Cloud Services Router 1000V virtual platform.
- Smart Licensing: Simplifies license management and compliance tracking through Cisco's centralized portal.
- Feature Access: Provides entitlement to the specific AX package features for enhanced network services.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco CSR 1000V Smart License 10Gbps AX Package provides a 1-year subscription to activate advanced routing capabilities and 10Gbps throughput on your virtual Cisco Cloud Services Router 1000V. This license ensures you have the necessary entitlements for compliance and access to specific AX package features, simplifying your network operations.
This licensing solution is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who utilize virtualized network functions. It integrates directly with the Cisco CSR 1000V platform, allowing businesses to scale their network services and maintain regulatory adherence without the overhead of traditional hardware.
- 10Gbps Throughput: Unlocks the maximum data transfer rate for demanding network environments.
- AX Package Features: Grants access to specialized routing and security functionalities included in the AX package.
- Smart License Management: Centralized activation and tracking via Cisco Smart Software Manager.
- Annual Subscription: Provides predictable costs and continuous access to licensed features.
- Virtual Platform Support: Specifically designed for deployment on the Cisco CSR 1000V virtual router.
This Cisco smart license is ideal for businesses needing to scale their virtual routing performance and ensure feature compliance with predictable annual costs.
What This Enables
Enable High-Speed Virtual Routing
Enable teams to deploy and manage virtual routers capable of handling 10Gbps traffic loads. Streamline the activation of advanced routing and security features required for modern network demands.
virtualized data centers, cloud-native applications, software-defined networking, hybrid cloud environments
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Automate the tracking and management of Cisco CSR 1000V licenses through Cisco Smart Software Manager. Protect against operational disruptions caused by licensing lapses or feature limitations.
regulated industries, multi-site operations, IT asset management, network infrastructure upgrades
Scale Network Services Efficiently
Streamline the process of scaling network throughput and feature sets for growing business needs. Provide IT professionals with the tools to quickly adapt their virtual routing infrastructure.
business expansion, fluctuating network demands, IT resource optimization, service delivery platforms
Key Features
10Gbps Throughput Activation
Supports high-volume data transfer and demanding application traffic for improved network performance.
Cisco Smart Licensing
Simplifies license activation, management, and compliance reporting through a centralized portal.
AX Package Feature Entitlement
Grants access to specific advanced routing and security functionalities for enhanced network capabilities.
1-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable operational expenses and continuous access to licensed features for a defined period.
CSR 1000V Platform Specific
Optimized for deployment on Cisco's virtual router, ensuring compatibility and performance.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-performance, secure, and compliant network infrastructure to handle sensitive data and high transaction volumes, making advanced virtual routing capabilities essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need reliable and secure network connectivity for patient data management and critical applications, often requiring adherence to strict regulatory compliance standards like HIPAA.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often deploy virtual routing for managing complex networks, IoT devices, and ensuring reliable connectivity for operational technology systems, demanding high throughput and stability.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses utilize virtual routing for managing distributed locations, point-of-sale systems, and customer-facing networks, requiring scalable and efficient bandwidth management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Smart Licensing?
Cisco Smart Licensing is a flexible licensing model that simplifies how you purchase, deploy, and manage Cisco software. It allows for centralized license management and reporting through Cisco's Smart Software Manager portal.
What does the 'AX Package' typically include?
The AX package for CSR 1000V generally includes advanced features for WAN optimization, security, and enhanced routing capabilities. Specific features can vary, but it is designed for more demanding network services.
How is this license activated?
This is a smart license, meaning it is activated and managed through Cisco's Smart Software Manager. You will need a Cisco account to register and associate the license with your virtual router.
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.