Cisco Hardware Addition to Existing Cluster
Expand your Cisco cluster's capacity by adding up to four hardware nodes with this platform software subscription, ensuring continued operation and feature access.
- Node Expansion: Add up to 4 hardware nodes to an existing Cisco cluster.
- Subscription Billing: License is provided on a subscription basis for predictable costs.
- Platform Licensing: This is a software license for Cisco's platform.
- Compliance & Operation: Maintain compliance and ensure uninterrupted service with updated licensing.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco platform software license enables the addition of up to four hardware nodes to an existing cluster. It is a subscription-based license that ensures your Cisco environment can scale to meet growing demands while maintaining compliance and access to the latest features.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this license to enhance the capacity and resilience of their Cisco infrastructure. It integrates directly into their existing Cisco deployments, allowing for controlled growth without requiring a complete system overhaul.
- Scalability: Easily expand your cluster's capacity by adding multiple hardware nodes.
- Subscription Model: Benefit from predictable, recurring costs with a subscription billing cycle.
- Platform Integration: Designed to work with existing Cisco cluster hardware and software.
- Feature Access: Maintain access to Cisco's latest software features and updates.
- Operational Continuity: Ensure your critical systems remain online and compliant.
This Cisco license is the ideal solution for growing businesses needing to scale their IT infrastructure efficiently and cost-effectively.
What This Enables
Enable Cluster Capacity Expansion
Enable teams to scale their existing Cisco cluster by adding new hardware nodes to accommodate increased data loads or user traffic. Streamline the process of hardware integration and ensure continued system performance and availability.
on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized infrastructure, business continuity planning
Maintain Software Compliance
Automate the process of maintaining compliance with Cisco's licensing requirements as hardware is added to the environment. Ensure all nodes are properly licensed to avoid potential audits or service disruptions.
regulated industries, IT asset management, risk mitigation, operational stability
Support Business Growth
Support business growth by proactively scaling IT infrastructure to meet evolving demands. Provide IT professionals with the tools to manage hardware additions efficiently and cost-effectively.
growing SMBs, mid-market expansion, resource optimization, performance tuning
Key Features
Addition of up to 4 hardware nodes
Allows for significant scaling of your existing Cisco cluster to meet growing business demands.
Subscription-based licensing
Provides predictable operational expenses and ensures continuous access to software updates and support.
Platform software license
Ensures your expanded hardware is properly licensed and integrated with your Cisco platform.
Designed for existing clusters
Facilitates seamless integration and expansion of your current Cisco infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly available and scalable systems to handle transaction volumes and maintain regulatory compliance, making cluster expansion critical.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need robust, scalable IT infrastructure to manage patient data and critical applications, where system uptime and data integrity are paramount.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers rely on interconnected systems for operations and logistics; expanding cluster capacity ensures these systems remain responsive and reliable.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses need scalable infrastructure to support point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer-facing applications, especially during peak seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this license for?
This is a Cisco platform software license that allows you to add up to four hardware nodes to an existing Cisco cluster. It is provided on a subscription basis.
What type of Cisco hardware does this apply to?
This license is for adding hardware nodes to an existing Cisco cluster. Specific compatibility details would depend on your current Cisco cluster model and configuration.
Is this a one-time purchase or a subscription?
This license is provided on a subscription billing model, meaning you pay recurring fees for its use.
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.