Cisco CSR 1000V Smart License 2.5Gbps AX Package
The Cisco CSR 1000V Smart License 2.5Gbps AX Package provides essential network capabilities for businesses requiring high-performance virtual routing over a 3-year term.
- License Term: Enjoy 3 years of access to advanced Cisco routing features and software updates.
- Capacity: Unlocks 2.5Gbps throughput, suitable for demanding network environments.
- Compliance: Maintain licensing compliance with Cisco's smart licensing model.
- Value: Access enterprise-grade routing capabilities without the overhead of physical hardware.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a 3-year subscription license for the Cisco Cloud Services Router (CSR) 1000V virtual network appliance. It enables advanced routing features and services with a capacity of 2.5Gbps, managed through Cisco's Smart Licensing platform.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize the CSR 1000V to extend their network infrastructure into cloud environments or to deploy virtualized network services. It integrates into existing data center or cloud deployments, providing flexible and scalable routing solutions.
- 2.5Gbps Throughput: Supports high-speed data transfer and routing demands.
- Smart Licensing: Simplifies license management, activation, and tracking.
- 3-Year Term: Provides predictable costs and continuous access for a defined period.
- Virtual Appliance: Operates as software on your chosen hypervisor or cloud platform.
- Advanced Features: Unlocks enterprise-grade routing, security, and WAN optimization capabilities.
This Cisco CSR 1000V license is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking flexible, high-performance virtual routing solutions.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance Virtual Routing
Enable teams to deploy advanced routing services within their virtualized infrastructure. Streamline network traffic management and ensure high throughput for critical business applications.
cloud-based deployments, virtualized data centers, hybrid cloud environments, network segmentation
Simplify License Management
Streamline the process of managing network software licenses across your organization. Automate license activation and compliance checks to reduce administrative overhead and potential penalties.
multi-site organizations, distributed IT teams, centralized IT management, compliance-focused IT
Enhance Network Security and Agility
Automate the deployment of secure network services and gain the agility to adapt to changing business needs. Provide secure connectivity for remote users and branch offices.
remote workforce enablement, branch office connectivity, secure network access, dynamic resource allocation
Key Features
2.5Gbps Throughput
Supports high-volume data transfer and demanding application performance needs.
Cisco Smart Licensing
Simplifies license management, activation, and compliance tracking, reducing administrative burden.
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable budgeting and ensures continuous access to software and support for an extended period.
Virtual Network Function
Offers flexibility and scalability by running as software on standard hardware or cloud infrastructure.
Enterprise-Grade Routing Features
Unlocks advanced routing protocols, WAN optimization, and security services for robust network control.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure, reliable, and compliant network infrastructure to handle sensitive data and high transaction volumes, making advanced virtual routing essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict data privacy regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure and robust network solutions for patient data management and telehealth services.
Retail & Hospitality
These sectors often operate with distributed locations and require scalable network solutions to manage point-of-sale systems, inventory, and customer-facing services efficiently and securely.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments benefit from reliable network connectivity for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, requiring secure and high-performance routing for data acquisition and control systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco CSR 1000V?
The Cisco CSR 1000V is a virtual network appliance that provides advanced routing and networking services. It runs as software on a hypervisor or cloud platform, offering flexibility and scalability.
How does Cisco Smart Licensing work?
Cisco Smart Licensing is a software-based licensing system that simplifies how you activate, manage, and track Cisco product licenses. It allows for easier license management and compliance without the need for physical license keys.
What is the benefit of a 3-year subscription?
A 3-year subscription provides cost predictability and ensures continuous access to the licensed features and software updates for an extended period. It helps avoid service interruptions and simplifies renewal management.
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.