Cisco M2M-GW Advantage 100K Session License
This 3-year Cisco M2M-GW Advantage license unlocks 100,000 active sessions for your ASR 5000 platform, ensuring critical connectivity and feature access.
- License Term: Provides 3 years of active session entitlement for your Cisco platform.
- Capacity Expansion: Enables up to 100,000 concurrent machine-to-machine sessions.
- Feature Unlock: Grants access to advanced M2M gateway functionalities for enhanced control.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your network meets licensing requirements for M2M operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco M2M-GW Advantage license is a software subscription that enables 100,000 active sessions on the Cisco ASR 5000 platform. This license is crucial for businesses requiring robust machine-to-machine communication capabilities, ensuring full feature access and compliance for a defined term.
This licensing is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who manage complex network infrastructures. It integrates directly with the Cisco ASR 5000 hardware, providing essential capacity and functionality for IoT and M2M deployments within their own operational environment.
- Enhanced Session Capacity: Supports up to 100,000 active M2M sessions.
- Platform Functionality: Unlocks advanced gateway features for efficient device communication.
- Subscription Term: A 3-year entitlement for continuous operation and support.
- Compliance Ready: Aligns your network with Cisco's licensing requirements for M2M services.
- Scalable Connectivity: Facilitates growth in connected devices and data throughput.
This Cisco license is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market teams needing to scale their M2M capabilities with predictable costs and assured functionality.
What This Enables
Enable High-Density M2M Connectivity
Enable teams to manage and support a large volume of concurrent machine-to-machine connections. This ensures reliable data flow and communication for critical IoT applications.
network infrastructure, IoT deployments, device management, data aggregation
Streamline IoT Gateway Operations
Streamline the operational efficiency of your IoT gateway by unlocking advanced features for device authentication and data routing. This optimizes network performance and reduces management overhead.
connected device networks, edge computing, remote monitoring, industrial automation
Automate Compliance for M2M Services
Automate compliance with Cisco's licensing requirements for M2M session usage. This prevents potential service interruptions or penalties associated with underlicensing.
enterprise IT environments, service provider infrastructure, network operations centers
Key Features
100,000 Active Sessions
Supports a large number of concurrent device connections, crucial for extensive IoT deployments.
M2M-GW Advantage Features
Unlocks advanced gateway functionalities for enhanced control, security, and efficiency in M2M communications.
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides long-term entitlement and predictable costs, ensuring continuous operation and support for three years.
Cisco ASR 5000 Platform Compatibility
Directly integrates with and enhances the capabilities of the Cisco ASR 5000 series, a proven platform for high-performance networking.
Software Licensing
Ensures compliance with vendor requirements, avoiding potential service disruptions or penalties related to licensing.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial IoT (IIoT) requires robust M2M communication for automation, monitoring, and control of machinery and processes, often demanding high session counts and reliable connectivity.
Transportation & Logistics
Fleet management, asset tracking, and supply chain visibility rely heavily on M2M communication for real-time data exchange between vehicles, sensors, and central systems.
Energy & Utilities
Smart grid technologies, remote meter reading, and infrastructure monitoring in the energy sector depend on secure and scalable M2M connectivity to manage distributed assets.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Remote patient monitoring, medical device connectivity, and healthcare asset tracking necessitate reliable M2M communication to ensure patient care and operational efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco M2M-GW Advantage license?
It is a software subscription license for the Cisco ASR 5000 platform that enables up to 100,000 active machine-to-machine sessions for a 3-year term. It unlocks specific gateway functionalities.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco ASR 5000 platform, enhancing its capabilities for M2M communication.
What is the benefit of the 'Advantage' tier?
The Advantage tier typically includes enhanced features and higher capacity compared to basic licensing, providing more robust M2M gateway functionality.
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.