Cisco M2M-GW Essentials 100K Session Active License
This Cisco M2M-GW Essentials license provides 1 year of active session capacity for your ASR5K platform, enabling essential machine-to-machine communication capabilities.
- License Term: Annual subscription for continuous access to essential M2M gateway features.
- Capacity Enabled: Supports 100,000 active sessions for machine-to-machine communication.
- Platform Support: Specifically designed for the Cisco ASR5K platform.
- Value Proposition: Ensures compliance and unlocks critical M2M functionality for business operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a 1-year subscription license for Cisco's M2M-GW Essentials software, enabling 100,000 active sessions on the ASR5K platform. It provides the necessary software entitlements to operate and manage machine-to-machine communication services.
This license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who require dedicated M2M gateway functionality. It integrates directly with existing Cisco ASR5K infrastructure to support IoT deployments and connected device management.
- Essential M2M Functionality: Unlocks core features for machine-to-machine communication.
- Scalable Session Capacity: Supports up to 100,000 active sessions.
- Platform Integration: Designed for seamless operation with Cisco ASR5K.
- Subscription Term: 1-year active license ensures continuous service and support.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains licensing compliance for critical M2M operations.
This Cisco M2M-GW Essentials license is the right choice for businesses needing reliable and compliant M2M connectivity on their ASR5K platform.
What This Enables
Enable IoT Device Connectivity
Enable teams to securely connect and manage a large volume of IoT devices for data collection and remote operations. Streamline the onboarding and communication of sensors, actuators, and other M2M endpoints.
network infrastructure, IoT deployments, device management, data acquisition systems, connected services
Support High-Volume M2M Traffic
Streamline the handling of substantial machine-to-machine traffic volumes, ensuring reliable data exchange between devices and central systems. Automate communication protocols to maintain consistent data flow without manual intervention.
industrial automation, smart city initiatives, fleet management, remote monitoring, telemetry services
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Automate the process of maintaining active software licenses for critical M2M gateway functions, preventing service disruptions and potential compliance issues. Protect against unauthorized use and ensure adherence to vendor licensing agreements.
IT asset management, network operations, regulatory adherence, operational continuity, technology lifecycle management
Key Features
100,000 Active Sessions
Supports a significant number of concurrent M2M connections, enabling large-scale IoT deployments and connected services.
Cisco ASR5K Platform Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration and optimal performance with your existing Cisco ASR5K infrastructure.
Essentials M2M Gateway Functionality
Provides core features required for reliable machine-to-machine communication and data transfer.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers continuous access to the software and its features for a defined period, simplifying budget planning.
Active License
Guarantees that your M2M gateway is properly licensed and compliant, avoiding service interruptions and potential penalties.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Enables critical machine-to-machine communication for industrial automation, remote monitoring of equipment, and smart factory initiatives, often requiring high session counts and reliable connectivity.
Transportation & Logistics
Supports real-time tracking of assets, fleet management, and communication with connected vehicles, demanding robust M2M capabilities for operational efficiency and safety.
Energy & Utilities
Facilitates remote monitoring and control of grid infrastructure, smart meters, and renewable energy assets, requiring secure and scalable M2M communication for operational oversight.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports the connectivity of medical devices for remote patient monitoring and data acquisition, where reliable and compliant M2M communication is essential for patient care and operational management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco M2M-GW Essentials license?
This is a 1-year subscription license for Cisco's M2M-GW Essentials software, designed for the ASR5K platform. It enables 100,000 active sessions for machine-to-machine communication.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco ASR5K platform, providing essential software capabilities for M2M communication on that hardware.
What is the billing model for this license?
This license operates on a subscription billing model, with a term of 1 year.
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.