Cisco SMART Licensing 500MBPS AX Subscription - 1 Year
This Cisco SMART Licensing subscription provides 500MBPS AX capacity for your network infrastructure over a one-year term.
- License Term: Annual subscription ensures continuous access to licensed capabilities.
- Capacity: Unlocks 500 Megabits per second (MBPS) of Advanced Experience (AX) throughput.
- Compliance: Maintains adherence to Cisco's licensing policies and software entitlements.
- Feature Access: Grants entitlement to specific software features and operational capacities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Cisco SMART Licensing subscription providing 500MBPS of Advanced Experience (AX) capacity for a one-year term. It enables specific software features and ensures your Cisco hardware operates within licensed parameters.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to manage network performance, maintain compliance, and access advanced functionalities on their Cisco devices.
- Subscription-Based: Annual billing model for predictable budgeting.
- Capacity Upgrade: Enables 500MBPS of AX throughput for enhanced network performance.
- SMART Licensing: Simplifies license management and compliance tracking.
- Feature Entitlement: Grants access to software features tied to the AX license.
- Platform Specific: Applies to Cisco platforms requiring this specific licensing SKU.
This Cisco license is ideal for businesses needing to scale network capacity and ensure software compliance without the overhead of traditional licensing models.
What This Enables
Enable Enhanced Network Throughput
Enable teams to unlock 500MBPS of Advanced Experience (AX) throughput on their Cisco network devices. Streamline network operations by ensuring sufficient capacity for demanding applications and user traffic.
On-premises network infrastructure, business continuity planning, network performance optimization, data-intensive operations
Maintain Software Compliance
Streamline compliance by ensuring all software features and capacities are properly licensed and activated. Automate license tracking and reporting to avoid potential audits or service disruptions.
Regulated business environments, IT asset management, cybersecurity posture, operational risk mitigation
Access Advanced Network Features
Enable teams to access specific software features and advanced functionalities tied to the AX license. Automate the deployment of new capabilities that enhance network security and user experience.
Digital transformation initiatives, application performance management, unified communications, secure remote access
Key Features
500MBPS AX Capacity
Provides increased data throughput for demanding business applications and user loads.
Cisco SMART Licensing
Simplifies license management, activation, and compliance tracking through a centralized platform.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable costs and ensures continuous access to licensed features for a defined period.
Software Feature Entitlement
Grants access to specific software capabilities required for advanced network operations.
Subscription Billing
Allows for easier budgeting and financial planning with recurring, predictable expenses.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-performance, secure, and compliant network infrastructure to handle sensitive data and high transaction volumes, making advanced licensing crucial.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain strict compliance with regulations like HIPAA, necessitating reliable and feature-rich network capabilities for patient data management and operations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often rely on robust network performance for operational technology (OT) and data acquisition, requiring consistent throughput and advanced features for efficiency.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses need reliable network performance for point-of-sale systems, customer Wi-Fi, and inventory management, often requiring scalable capacity and advanced features.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco SMART Licensing?
Cisco SMART Licensing is a flexible, software-based licensing program that simplifies how you purchase, deploy, and manage Cisco software assets. It moves away from traditional PAKs to a more efficient, cloud-enabled model.
What does 'AX' stand for in this license?
AX typically refers to Cisco's 'Advanced Experience' features, which often include enhanced performance, security, and management capabilities beyond basic functionality.
What hardware platforms does this license apply to?
This specific SKU (L-CSR-500M-AX-1S=) is generally associated with Cisco IOS XE routers, such as the Cisco Catalyst 8000 series. Compatibility should always be verified against the specific hardware model and software version.
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.