Cisco EPNM 7.X Smart Base App + NBI + UCS&VM Essential License
This Cisco EPNM 7.X Smart Base App license subscription provides essential network management capabilities, including NBI and UCS&VM support, for your business operations.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to Cisco EPNM 7.X software features.
- Billing Model: Annual subscription ensures predictable budgeting for essential software.
- Platform Support: Enables management of Cisco UCS and virtual machine environments.
- Key Value: Grants access to critical network management features for operational continuity.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco EPNM 7.X Smart Base App + NBI + UCS&VM Essential License is a subscription-based software license that unlocks core functionalities for managing your Cisco network infrastructure. It provides essential application features, Network-to-Business Interface (NBI) capabilities, and support for Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) and virtual machine environments, ensuring your network management tools are up to date and compliant.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who are responsible for the day-to-day operation and oversight of their company's IT network. It integrates into existing Cisco environments, providing a centralized platform for monitoring, managing, and troubleshooting network devices and services, thereby reducing operational complexity and risk.
- Essential Network Management: Access core features of Cisco EPNM 7.X for efficient network operations.
- NBI Integration: Enables integration between network data and business applications for enhanced visibility.
- UCS & VM Support: Manages and monitors Cisco Unified Computing System hardware and virtualized environments.
- Subscription Licensing: Provides access to the latest software updates and features on an annual basis.
- Compliance and Control: Ensures your network management software is licensed and up to date, meeting potential regulatory needs.
This Cisco EPNM license subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking essential network management capabilities without enterprise-level overhead.
What This Enables
Enable Network Visibility and Control
Enable teams to gain deeper insights into network performance and health through integrated management tools. Streamline troubleshooting by correlating network events with business impact.
on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud environments, distributed network infrastructure, virtualized server rooms
Automate Network Operations Tasks
Automate routine network monitoring and reporting tasks, freeing up IT staff to focus on strategic initiatives. Streamline the deployment and management of network services across diverse environments.
multi-site operations, managed IT services environments, business continuity planning, IT resource optimization
Ensure Software Compliance and Updates
Ensure your network management software remains compliant with vendor licensing requirements and security best practices. Access the latest features and patches to maintain optimal system performance and security posture.
regulatory compliance adherence, IT asset management, risk mitigation strategies, proactive system maintenance
Key Features
Cisco EPNM 7.X Smart Base App
Provides core network management functionalities for efficient operations and oversight.
Network-to-Business Interface (NBI)
Enables correlation of network data with business outcomes, improving strategic decision-making.
UCS & VM Support
Allows for unified management of Cisco Unified Computing System hardware and virtualized server environments.
Subscription Licensing
Ensures access to the latest software versions, features, and security updates on a predictable schedule.
Essential License Tier
Offers critical capabilities required for maintaining network health and operational continuity for SMB and mid-market businesses.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly available and secure networks, making robust management tools like EPNM essential for compliance and operational uptime.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers depend on uninterrupted network services for patient care and data management, necessitating reliable network monitoring and control.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations rely on network connectivity for automation and control systems, where downtime can lead to significant production losses.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage complex networks supporting numerous users and devices, requiring efficient tools for performance and security management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco EPNM?
Cisco EPNM, or Evolved Programmable Network Manager, is a software platform designed for managing and orchestrating Cisco network infrastructure. It provides capabilities for monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting.
What does the NBI component do?
The Network-to-Business Interface (NBI) allows EPNM to expose network data and events to other business applications, enabling a more holistic view of IT's impact on business operations.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This specific offering is a subscription-based license, providing access to the software and updates for a defined term, typically billed annually.
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.