Cisco Firepower 7020 IPS, Apps, and URL Fixed License
This Cisco Firepower 7020 license subscription unlocks advanced intrusion prevention, application visibility, and URL filtering capabilities for your network security platform.
- Access to Advanced Threat Prevention: Gain real-time protection against known and emerging threats, including exploits and malware.
- Coverage for Application Control: Identify and manage network traffic based on application type, ensuring optimal performance and security.
- Protection against Malicious URLs: Block access to known malicious websites, reducing the risk of phishing and malware infections.
- Entitlement to Fixed Subscription: Secure continuous access to essential security features and updates for the licensed term.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Firepower 7020 IPS, Apps, and URL Fixed SMS-1000 license is a subscription that enables critical security functionalities on your Cisco Firepower 7020 platform. It provides advanced intrusion prevention system (IPS) capabilities, deep packet inspection for application identification and control, and URL filtering to block access to malicious or inappropriate websites.
This license is designed for businesses that require robust, integrated security without the complexity of managing multiple point solutions. IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this to enhance their network defenses, ensure compliance, and maintain operational integrity within their existing IT infrastructure.
- Enhanced Threat Detection: Proactively identify and block sophisticated threats before they impact your network.
- Granular Application Visibility: Understand and control which applications are running on your network, optimizing bandwidth and security.
- URL Filtering: Enforce acceptable use policies and prevent access to dangerous web content.
- Subscription-Based Access: Ensure continuous access to the latest security intelligence and software updates.
- Integrated Security Platform: Consolidate multiple security functions into a single, manageable solution.
This Cisco license provides essential security features for businesses seeking enterprise-grade protection without the enterprise overhead.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to proactively identify and block sophisticated cyber threats, including malware and exploits, before they can disrupt business operations. Streamline security operations by integrating intrusion prevention directly into the network edge.
network perimeter security, threat detection and response, unified threat management, security policy enforcement
Control Application Usage
Streamline network management by gaining deep visibility into application traffic and enforcing policies to control usage. Automate the prioritization of business-critical applications and the blocking of unauthorized or risky applications.
network traffic management, bandwidth optimization, application security policy, user access control
Enhance Web Security
Enable teams to protect users from malicious websites and enforce acceptable use policies with robust URL filtering. Automate the blocking of access to known phishing sites, malware distribution points, and inappropriate content.
web content filtering, endpoint security integration, user browsing policy, risk mitigation
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Protects against known and emerging network threats, reducing the risk of breaches and downtime.
Application Visibility and Control (AVC)
Allows granular control over application usage, optimizing bandwidth and preventing unauthorized or risky applications from impacting operations.
URL Filtering
Blocks access to malicious or inappropriate websites, safeguarding users and the network from web-based threats and policy violations.
Subscription Licensing
Ensures continuous access to the latest threat intelligence, software updates, and feature enhancements for ongoing protection.
Integrated Platform
Consolidates multiple security functions onto a single appliance, simplifying management and reducing operational overhead.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security controls to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat prevention and URL filtering essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating robust security measures to safeguard patient health information (PHI) and prevent data breaches.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client information, requiring strong network security to prevent unauthorized access and maintain client trust.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks that can disrupt operations; advanced security is needed to protect operational technology (OT) and critical infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this Cisco Firepower license?
This is a subscription license. The specific term (e.g., 1-year, 3-year, 5-year) is determined at the time of purchase and is indicated by the SKU. The license provides access to features for the duration of the subscription.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco Firepower 7020 appliance. The MPN FP7020-TAC-SMS-1K indicates it is for the Firepower 7020 model and includes support, applications, and URL filtering services.
What happens when the subscription expires?
Upon expiration of the subscription term, the advanced security features enabled by this license will cease to function or receive updates. Renewal is required to maintain continuous protection and access to these capabilities.
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.