Cisco ELA 2 NGFWV IPS, APPS, AMP and URL Subscription for UCS-E
This Cisco ELA 2 subscription provides advanced Next-Generation Firewall capabilities, including IPS, Application Visibility and Control, Advanced Malware Protection, and URL filtering for five years, ensuring continuous network security.
- Advanced Threat Prevention: Coverage for Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Application Visibility and Control (AVC), and Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) to defend against sophisticated cyber threats.
- URL Filtering: Entitlement to control access to malicious or inappropriate websites, safeguarding users and data from web-based attacks.
- Continuous Updates: Access to the latest security intelligence, software updates, and patches to maintain an effective defense posture against evolving threats.
- Compliance Assurance: Protection against regulatory compliance gaps by ensuring advanced security features are consistently updated and operational.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Enterprise License Agreement (ELA) 2 subscription unlocks advanced security features for your Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) E-Series servers. It provides a five-year service subscription for Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) capabilities, including Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Application Visibility and Control (AVC), Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), and URL filtering.
Designed for businesses that rely on their IT infrastructure for daily operations, this license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals seeking to enhance their network security posture without the overhead of managing individual licenses. It integrates directly into your existing Cisco UCS E-Series environment, providing a consolidated security solution.
- Enhanced Network Security: Gain access to enterprise-grade security features like IPS and AMP to proactively defend against malware and intrusions.
- Application Control: Utilize AVC to identify and control applications running on your network, optimizing performance and security.
- Web Threat Protection: Implement robust URL filtering to block access to malicious websites and enforce acceptable use policies.
- Long-Term Protection: Secure your environment with a five-year subscription, ensuring continuous access to critical security updates and threat intelligence.
- Simplified Licensing: Consolidate multiple security functions under a single ELA, streamlining management and compliance for your UCS E-Series platform.
This Cisco ELA subscription offers SMB and mid-market teams a powerful, integrated security solution for their UCS E-Series infrastructure, ensuring robust protection and simplified management.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to proactively defend against sophisticated cyber threats by integrating Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) capabilities. This ensures continuous monitoring and blocking of malicious activities targeting business data and operations.
on-premises servers, virtualized environments, network security appliance, integrated hardware platforms
Streamline Application Security Management
Streamline the management of network traffic by gaining granular visibility and control over applications using Application Visibility and Control (AVC). This allows IT professionals to prioritize critical business applications and block unauthorized or risky software.
business continuity, network segmentation, traffic shaping, security policy enforcement
Automate Web Threat Defense
Automate the protection against web-based threats by implementing robust URL filtering to block access to malicious or inappropriate websites. This safeguards employees and sensitive company data from phishing attacks and malware distribution.
endpoint security, data loss prevention, user access control, compliance reporting
Key Features
Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW)
Provides advanced threat detection and prevention capabilities beyond traditional firewalls, securing your network perimeter.
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Actively monitors network traffic for malicious activity and automatically blocks threats, preventing unauthorized access and data breaches.
Application Visibility and Control (AVC)
Enables granular control over application usage on the network, allowing prioritization of business-critical applications and blocking of risky ones.
Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)
Detects, blocks, and remediates advanced malware threats, offering continuous protection against evolving cyberattacks.
URL Filtering
Controls access to websites based on categories, protecting users from malicious sites and enforcing acceptable use policies.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent security measures to protect sensitive financial data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat protection essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA, necessitating robust security solutions to prevent breaches and ensure data integrity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology (OT) environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, requiring advanced security to prevent disruptions and protect intellectual property.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle highly confidential client data, demanding strong security to maintain client trust and comply with data privacy regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco ELA 2?
Cisco Enterprise License Agreement (ELA) 2 is a licensing program that provides a bundled set of Cisco software and services under a single agreement, often for a multi-year term. This specific ELA unlocks advanced security features for Cisco UCS E-Series servers.
What security features are included in this subscription?
This subscription includes Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) capabilities such as Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Application Visibility and Control (AVC), Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), and URL filtering.
How long does this subscription last?
This is a five-year service subscription, ensuring continuous access to security updates and features for the duration of the term.
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.