Cisco Firepower 8360 IPS and Apps Fixed Platform License
This Cisco Firepower 8360 platform license unlocks advanced intrusion prevention and application control capabilities for your business network.
- Advanced Threat Prevention: Coverage for sophisticated intrusion prevention system (IPS) features to detect and block threats.
- Application Visibility and Control: Entitlement to manage and control network access based on application usage.
- Platform Functionality: Access to core security services and management features for the Firepower 8360 platform.
- Subscription Term: License is active for the duration of the subscription, ensuring continuous protection and feature access.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software license for the Cisco Firepower 8360 appliance, enabling its Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and Application Control functionalities. It provides the necessary software entitlement to activate and utilize advanced security features designed to protect business networks from evolving threats and manage application traffic effectively.
This license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within small to mid-market organizations who are responsible for network security and performance. It integrates directly with the Cisco Firepower 8360 hardware, enhancing its security posture and providing granular control over network resources.
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Detects and mitigates network intrusions and exploits in real-time.
- Application Visibility and Control (AVC): Identifies and controls thousands of applications to optimize bandwidth and enforce policies.
- Threat Intelligence Integration: Leverages Cisco Talos intelligence for up-to-date threat detection.
- Policy Management: Enables granular policy creation for security and application usage.
- Subscription-Based Access: Provides continuous access to features and updates for the licensed term.
This Cisco Firepower 8360 license empowers SMB and mid-market teams with enterprise-grade security without the complexity of managing multiple point solutions.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection and Prevention
Enable teams to proactively identify and block sophisticated cyber threats targeting their business network. Streamline security operations by integrating intrusion prevention directly into the network perimeter.
on-premises network infrastructure, dedicated security appliance, business continuity planning, risk mitigation
Control Application Traffic and Optimize Bandwidth
Streamline network performance by gaining visibility into application usage across the network. Automate the enforcement of policies to prioritize critical business applications and limit non-essential traffic.
network performance management, bandwidth optimization, policy enforcement, user access control
Maintain Regulatory Compliance
Support compliance requirements by implementing robust security controls for network traffic and threat monitoring. Ensure audit trails and reporting capabilities are available for regulatory adherence.
data protection regulations, security audits, compliance reporting, governance frameworks
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Detects and blocks malicious network activity, protecting against known and emerging threats in real-time.
Application Visibility and Control (AVC)
Provides granular control over application usage, allowing prioritization of business-critical applications and bandwidth optimization.
Subscription Licensing
Ensures continuous access to the latest threat intelligence, software updates, and feature enhancements for ongoing protection.
Cisco Firepower 8360 Platform
Leverages a dedicated hardware appliance for high-performance security processing and reliable operation.
Centralized Policy Management
Simplifies security administration by allowing administrators to define and manage security and application policies from a single interface.
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 IPS and application control essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating strong security measures to safeguard patient health information (PHI) and prevent unauthorized access or breaches.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments increasingly rely on connected systems, making them vulnerable to cyberattacks that could disrupt operations; advanced threat prevention is critical for maintaining uptime and security.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client data, requiring stringent security to prevent data exfiltration and maintain client trust and compliance with data privacy laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Cisco Firepower 8360 IPS and Apps Fixed license enable?
This license enables the Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and Application Control features on the Cisco Firepower 8360 appliance. It allows for advanced threat detection, blocking of malicious traffic, and granular control over application usage on your network.
What is the billing model for this license?
This is a subscription-based license. Billing occurs on a recurring basis for the duration of the subscription term, ensuring continuous access to features and updates.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco Firepower 8360 appliance. The MPN FP8360-TA-SMS-1K indicates it is a platform license for this particular model.
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.