Cisco Firepower 7020 IPS and Apps Fixed License
This Cisco Firepower 7020 license unlocks advanced intrusion prevention and application control capabilities, ensuring robust network security for your business.
- Advanced Threat Prevention: Coverage for sophisticated intrusion prevention system (IPS) features to detect and block advanced threats.
- Application Visibility and Control: Entitlement to manage and control network access based on application identification, enhancing security policy enforcement.
- Fixed Term Subscription: Access to software features and updates for the duration of the license term, ensuring continuous protection.
- Platform Licensing: Enables the full suite of security services on the Cisco Firepower 7020 platform, optimizing your security investment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Firepower 7020 IPS and Apps Fixed License provides essential security capabilities for the Cisco Firepower 7020 platform. This subscription-based license enables advanced intrusion prevention system (IPS) functionalities and granular application visibility and control, helping businesses defend against evolving cyber threats and manage network traffic effectively.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within small to mid-market organizations that utilize the Cisco Firepower 7020 appliance for their network security. It integrates directly into the existing hardware, enhancing its security posture and providing critical threat intelligence and control features necessary for maintaining a secure and compliant IT environment.
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Detects and mitigates a wide range of network threats, including exploits, malware, and policy violations.
- Application Visibility and Control (AVC): Identifies and controls thousands of applications, allowing for granular policy enforcement and bandwidth management.
- Subscription-Based Access: Provides access to the latest security intelligence and software updates for the duration of the license term.
- Fixed Term Licensing: Offers predictable security coverage and budget management through a defined license period.
- Enhanced Network Security: Strengthens the overall security posture by combining threat prevention with application-aware control.
Secure your business network with essential threat prevention and application control, delivered through a predictable and cost-effective licensing model.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection
Enable teams to proactively identify and block sophisticated cyber threats targeting their network infrastructure. This ensures continuous protection against malware, exploits, and unauthorized access attempts.
on-premises network security, perimeter defense, internal threat mitigation
Streamline Application Control
Streamline the management of network traffic by gaining granular visibility and control over thousands of applications. This allows organizations to enforce usage policies and optimize bandwidth allocation.
network traffic management, policy enforcement, bandwidth optimization
Automate Security Policy Enforcement
Automate the enforcement of security policies across the network, reducing manual intervention and the risk of human error. This ensures consistent application of security rules and compliance requirements.
security operations, compliance adherence, network segmentation
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Detects and blocks malicious traffic and known exploits, significantly reducing the risk of network compromise.
Application Visibility and Control (AVC)
Identifies and controls applications, enabling better bandwidth management and enforcement of acceptable use policies.
Subscription Licensing
Provides access to the latest security updates and features for the duration of the term, ensuring ongoing protection.
Fixed Term
Offers predictable costs and security coverage, simplifying budget planning for IT security investments.
Cisco Firepower 7020 Platform Integration
Optimizes the security capabilities of the dedicated Firepower 7020 appliance for enhanced network defense.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat prevention critical.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) and adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating strong security measures against data breaches and unauthorized access.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, requiring advanced security to prevent data exfiltration and maintain client trust and regulatory compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks that can disrupt operations and compromise sensitive intellectual property, demanding comprehensive network security solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a platform software license?
A platform software license, like this one for Cisco Firepower, enables specific software features and functionalities on a hardware appliance. It's a subscription that grants access to security services and updates for a defined period.
What is the difference between IPS and Firewall?
A firewall controls network traffic based on ports and protocols, acting as a gatekeeper. An Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) inspects traffic more deeply for malicious patterns and exploits, actively blocking threats that a basic firewall might miss.
How long is the license term?
The license term is fixed and determined at the time of purchase. This provides a set period of access to the enabled features and software updates.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.