Cisco ISE Essential Term License, 3 Year, 100-249 Sessions
This 3-year Cisco ISE Essential Term License provides network access control and policy enforcement for 100 to 249 concurrent sessions, enhancing your organization's security posture.
- Access to Essential Features: Unlock core network access control, policy enforcement, and guest access capabilities.
- 3-Year Term: Secure predictable licensing costs and continuous access to essential security features for three years.
- Capacity for Growth: Supports 100 to 249 concurrent sessions, accommodating evolving user and device needs.
- Compliance and Security: Helps meet regulatory requirements and protect sensitive data through granular access policies.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Essential Term License provides foundational network access control and policy enforcement capabilities. This subscription-based license is designed for organizations needing to manage user and device access to their network resources, ensuring that only authorized entities can connect and that they adhere to defined security policies.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in small to mid-sized businesses utilize Cisco ISE to gain visibility into who and what is connecting to their network. It integrates with existing network infrastructure, such as switches and wireless access points, to enforce security policies consistently across wired, wireless, and VPN connections.
- Network Access Control: Enforce security policies for users and devices connecting to the network.
- Policy Management: Define and manage granular access policies based on user identity, device type, and location.
- Guest Access: Provide secure, self-service portal access for temporary guests.
- Endpoint Visibility: Gain insight into devices connecting to the network, including their security posture.
- Subscription Licensing: Benefit from a predictable, term-based subscription model for budgeting and continuous access.
This Cisco ISE Essential Term License is ideal for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to strengthen network security without the complexity of enterprise-grade solutions.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Network Access Control
Enable teams to define and enforce granular access policies for users and devices connecting to the corporate network. Streamline the process of granting appropriate access based on identity, device health, and location.
on-premises network, hybrid cloud, wired and wireless networks, BYOD environments
Manage Guest Network Access
Streamline the provisioning and management of secure guest Wi-Fi access for visitors and temporary staff. Automate the creation of temporary user accounts and enforce guest network usage policies.
office networks, event spaces, public-facing Wi-Fi, temporary user onboarding
Enhance Device Visibility and Posture Assessment
Automate the assessment of device security posture before granting network access. Enable IT to identify non-compliant devices and quarantine or restrict access until security requirements are met.
managed device environments, BYOD policies, endpoint security management, network segmentation
Key Features
Identity-based Access Control
Grant access to network resources based on user identity, ensuring only authorized personnel can connect.
Policy Enforcement Engine
Consistently apply security policies across wired, wireless, and VPN connections to reduce security risks.
Guest Access Portal
Provide a simple, secure self-service portal for guests to obtain network access.
Endpoint Posture Assessment
Verify device security compliance before granting network access, mitigating threats from compromised devices.
3-Year Subscription Term
Secure predictable costs and continuous access to critical security features for an extended period.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent access controls and policy enforcement to comply with regulations like PCI DSS and protect sensitive customer data, making ISE a critical component for network security.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA regulations, which mandate strong security measures for patient data access and network integrity, areas where ISE provides essential control.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information and need robust security to prevent unauthorized access and maintain client trust and compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often have a mix of IT and OT devices that require secure network segmentation and access control to protect operational technology systems from cyber threats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco ISE?
Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) is a security solution that provides network access control and policy enforcement. It helps organizations understand who and what is connecting to their network and enforces security policies to protect resources.
What does 'Essential' mean in this license?
The Essential license tier provides core functionalities for network access control, policy management, and guest access. It is designed for organizations that need foundational security features without the advanced capabilities of higher tiers.
What is a 'session' in this context?
A session refers to a concurrent connection made by a user or a device to the network that is managed by Cisco ISE. This license covers up to 249 such simultaneous connections.
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.