Cisco NGFWV IPS, Apps, and URL License for UCS-E
This Cisco license subscription unlocks advanced threat prevention, application visibility, and URL filtering capabilities for your Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) E-Series servers, ensuring robust network security.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Gain access to Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and application control features to block sophisticated cyber threats.
- URL Filtering: Coverage for granular control over web access, preventing users from visiting malicious or unproductive websites.
- Enhanced Visibility: Entitlement to detailed application identification and control, allowing for policy enforcement based on application usage.
- Compliance and Security: Protection against regulatory compliance gaps and evolving security threats through up-to-date threat intelligence.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a subscription-based platform software license for Cisco's Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) capabilities, specifically designed to enhance security on Cisco UCS E-Series servers. It enables advanced Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), application visibility and control, and URL filtering functionalities, providing a critical layer of defense against modern cyber threats.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in small to mid-market businesses utilize this license to bolster their network security posture. It integrates directly with their existing Cisco UCS E-Series hardware, offering a consolidated solution for threat management without requiring separate security appliances.
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Detects and blocks known and unknown threats in real-time.
- Application Visibility and Control: Identifies and manages network traffic based on application type, not just port or protocol.
- URL Filtering: Enforces web usage policies by blocking access to specific websites or categories.
- Subscription-Based Updates: Ensures continuous protection with up-to-date threat intelligence and software features.
- Optimized for UCS-E: Designed for seamless integration with Cisco UCS E-Series hardware platforms.
Empower your business with enterprise-grade network security features tailored for your Cisco UCS E-Series environment, delivered through a flexible subscription model.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to deploy robust Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) capabilities to detect and block a wide range of network threats in real-time. Streamline security operations by consolidating threat management within the existing UCS E-Series platform.
server consolidation, network security enhancement, virtualized environments, integrated hardware/software solutions
Control Application Usage
Streamline the management of network bandwidth and security policies by gaining granular visibility and control over applications running on the network. Automate the enforcement of acceptable use policies for business-critical applications.
network traffic management, policy enforcement, user productivity monitoring, application-aware security
Enhance Web Security
Enable teams to protect users from accessing malicious websites and enforce content filtering policies with advanced URL filtering. Automate the blocking of known phishing, malware, and inappropriate content sites.
endpoint security, web content filtering, threat mitigation, user access control
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Detects and blocks malicious traffic and known exploits, protecting your network from unauthorized access and data breaches.
Application Visibility and Control
Identifies and controls network traffic based on application type, allowing for better bandwidth management and policy enforcement.
URL Filtering
Blocks access to malicious or inappropriate websites, reducing the risk of malware infections and improving user productivity.
Subscription-based Updates
Ensures continuous protection with up-to-date threat intelligence, application signatures, and software features.
UCS-E Platform Integration
Provides a consolidated security solution that runs directly on your existing Cisco UCS E-Series hardware, simplifying deployment and management.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security measures 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 providers must adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating robust security to safeguard electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI) and prevent breaches through advanced network defenses.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology (OT) environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, requiring strong IPS and application control to secure critical infrastructure and prevent operational disruptions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations handle highly confidential client information, demanding advanced security to prevent data exfiltration and maintain client trust, supported by comprehensive network security features.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco NGFWV IPS, Apps, and URL on UCS-E?
This is a subscription license that enables advanced security features like Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), application control, and URL filtering on Cisco UCS E-Series servers. It enhances your network's defense against cyber threats.
What is the term of this license?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is valid for a defined period, typically one year or longer, and requires renewal to maintain access to features and updates.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically designed for Cisco UCS E-Series fixed platforms, providing integrated security capabilities for these server environments.
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.