Cisco ELA 2 Cloud Add-On Student Licensing for Higher Education, 5 Years
This Cisco ELA 2 Cloud Add-On Student License provides essential software capabilities for higher education institutions over a 5-year term.
- License Term: Enjoy 5 years of continuous access to Cisco software features and updates.
- User Capacity: Supports 250 to 499 users, scaling with your educational needs.
- Cloud Add-On: Integrates seamlessly with your existing Cisco cloud environment.
- Higher Education Focus: Tailored licensing for the unique demands of academic institutions.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Enterprise License Agreement (ELA) add-on provides cloud-based student licensing for higher education, covering 250 to 499 users for a 5-year term. It ensures your institution has the necessary software entitlements to operate effectively and compliantly within the Cisco ecosystem.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in educational settings, this subscription license fits into environments that utilize Cisco cloud services and require dedicated software access for their student population. It helps manage software assets and maintain access to critical features without the overhead of perpetual licensing.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable annual costs for budget management.
- User-Based Licensing: Scales entitlement based on active student users.
- Cloud Integration: Leverages Cisco's cloud infrastructure for delivery and management.
- Extended Term: 5-year duration provides long-term planning and stability.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains adherence to Cisco's licensing policies.
This Cisco cloud licensing subscription is the ideal solution for educational institutions needing scalable, compliant software access for their students.
What This Enables
Enable Student Access to Cloud Services
Enable academic teams to provide students with necessary access to Cisco cloud-based educational tools and platforms. This ensures students have the resources required for their coursework and research throughout their academic journey.
Higher education institutions, universities, colleges, academic departments
Streamline Software Entitlement Management
Streamline the process of managing software licenses for a large student population, reducing administrative overhead and the risk of non-compliance. This allows IT departments to focus on strategic initiatives rather than manual license tracking.
IT departments, academic IT support, university administration
Automate License Renewals and Compliance
Automate the renewal process for student software licenses with a predictable 5-year subscription. This ensures continuous access to features and maintains regulatory compliance without last-minute procurement efforts.
IT procurement, finance departments, technology planning committees
Key Features
5-Year Subscription Term
Provides long-term cost predictability and stability for budgeting and IT planning.
Cloud-Based Licensing
Simplifies deployment and management by integrating with existing Cisco cloud environments.
Student User Focus
Tailored specifically for the needs of higher education institutions and their student populations.
Scalable User Count (250-499)
Allows for growth and adjustment within a defined user range, ensuring adequate coverage.
Enterprise License Agreement (ELA)
Offers a structured and compliant way to procure and manage significant software entitlements.
Industry Applications
Education & Research
This license is specifically designed for higher education institutions, providing essential cloud software access for students and ensuring compliance with academic IT standards.
Government & Public Sector
Public universities and research institutions often procure software through ELA agreements to manage costs and ensure compliance across large user bases, aligning with public sector procurement practices.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While primarily for education, research arms within healthcare institutions or universities with medical schools may utilize similar licensing models for research and academic purposes.
Non-profits
Non-profit educational organizations may also benefit from structured licensing agreements like ELAs to manage software costs and ensure access for their students and staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco ELA 2 Cloud Add-On?
An ELA 2 Cloud Add-On is a subscription-based licensing agreement that extends existing Cisco Enterprise License Agreements with cloud-based software entitlements. This specific add-on is designed for student users in higher education.
Who is this license intended for?
This license is intended for higher education institutions such as universities and colleges that need to provide Cisco cloud services to a student population ranging from 250 to 499 users.
What are the benefits of a 5-year subscription?
A 5-year subscription offers predictable costs, long-term access to software features, and simplifies IT planning by locking in pricing and entitlements for an extended period, reducing the need for frequent renewals.
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.