Cisco ELA 2.0 C1 ECS SM TF Platform License Subscription
This Cisco ELA 2.0 subscription provides a 5-year platform license, unlocking essential software capabilities and ensuring continued operation for your business IT.
- License Term: 5-year subscription for predictable budgeting and continuous access.
- Platform Coverage: Enables core software features and capacity for Cisco platforms.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains software currency and supports regulatory requirements.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees access to necessary features for daily business functions.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Enterprise License Agreement (ELA) 2.0 subscription provides a 5-year entitlement to core software features and capacity for specific Cisco platforms. It ensures your organization remains current with software versions, maintains compliance, and has access to the necessary functionalities for your IT operations.
Designed for businesses of all sizes that rely on Cisco infrastructure, this license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals seeking to manage their software entitlements efficiently. It fits into your existing Cisco environment, providing a clear path for software access and support over its term.
- Software Entitlement: Grants access to specific Cisco software features and capabilities.
- Subscription Model: Offers predictable, recurring billing for 5 years.
- Platform Support: Applies to Cisco platforms indicated by the product code.
- Compliance Ready: Helps meet software licensing requirements and audit needs.
- Feature Access: Ensures availability of essential software functions for business operations.
This Cisco ELA 2.0 subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing predictable software access and compliance for their Cisco investments.
What This Enables
Enable Core Software Features
Enable teams to utilize the full suite of software capabilities included in the Cisco ELA 2.0. Streamline operations by ensuring all necessary features are licensed and accessible for daily business tasks.
on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized infrastructure, network operations centers
Maintain Software Compliance
Streamline software asset management by securing a 5-year license entitlement. Automate compliance efforts and avoid risks associated with unlicensed or outdated software versions.
regulated business operations, IT audit readiness, corporate governance, technology lifecycle management
Ensure Operational Continuity
Enable teams to rely on consistent access to critical software functionalities for business continuity. Protect against service interruptions by maintaining current and properly licensed software.
mission-critical business systems, 24/7 operational environments, business process automation, IT service delivery
Key Features
5-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable costs and continuous access to software features for an extended period, simplifying IT budget management.
Cisco ELA 2.0 Framework
Offers a structured and efficient way to license Cisco software, ensuring compliance and access to necessary capabilities.
Platform Software Access
Unlocks essential software features and capacity for specific Cisco platforms, enhancing operational performance.
Compliance Assurance
Helps organizations meet software licensing requirements and maintain a compliant posture with Cisco's licensing policies.
Operational Readiness
Ensures that your IT infrastructure has the required software functionalities to support business operations without interruption.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security, compliance, and high availability, making Cisco's enterprise-grade solutions and licensing crucial for maintaining regulatory adherence and operational stability.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and must comply with strict regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure and reliable network infrastructure supported by current software licenses.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments rely on consistent network performance for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, where Cisco licensing ensures the stability and security of critical production systems.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage large, diverse networks and require scalable, cost-effective solutions. Cisco ELA subscriptions help them maintain up-to-date technology for research and student services while managing budgets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco ELA 2.0?
Cisco ELA 2.0 (Enterprise License Agreement) is a program designed to simplify software licensing for businesses. It typically offers a set of software licenses for a defined term, often with predictable billing and access to support.
What does 'C1 ECS SM TF' mean in the product code?
These are internal Cisco codes that denote specific aspects of the license, such as the Cisco ONE (C1) software suite, Enterprise Cloud Suite (ECS), specific software tiers, and potentially feature sets or technology families (TF). The exact meaning is detailed in Cisco's licensing documentation.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This product is a subscription-based license with a 5-year term, as indicated by '5Y' in the product code and the 'SUBSCRIPTION' billing type.
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.