Cisco M2M-GW Essentials 100K Session Platform License
This Cisco M2M-GW Essentials platform license activates 100,000 machine-to-machine sessions for three years, ensuring secure and compliant device communication.
- License Activation: Unlocks 100,000 concurrent machine-to-machine sessions for critical IoT and M2M applications.
- Extended Term: Provides 3 years of active software subscription, ensuring continuous operation and support.
- Platform Enablement: Grants access to essential features for managing and securing device-to-device communication.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet regulatory and operational requirements for data transmission and device management.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco M2M-GW Essentials platform license subscription provides the capability to manage and secure up to 100,000 machine-to-machine (M2M) sessions for a period of three years.
It is designed for businesses that rely on extensive Internet of Things (IoT) or M2M communication, enabling IT professionals and business owners to maintain operational continuity and compliance for their connected devices.
- Session Capacity: Enables up to 100,000 concurrent M2M sessions, suitable for large-scale IoT deployments.
- Subscription Term: A 3-year active subscription ensures long-term access to software features and updates.
- Platform Functionality: Unlocks core capabilities for device management, data routing, and security within M2M environments.
- Compliance Support: Assists in meeting industry regulations and internal policies for device communication and data handling.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees uninterrupted service for critical M2M communication channels.
This Cisco platform license is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing to scale their M2M operations securely and efficiently.
What This Enables
Enable Large-Scale IoT Device Connectivity
Enable teams to deploy and manage a high volume of connected devices for data collection and remote operations. Streamline the onboarding and monitoring of thousands of M2M endpoints within a unified platform.
organizations with extensive sensor networks, remote asset monitoring, smart building systems, industrial automation
Secure M2M Data Transmission
Automate the enforcement of security policies for all machine-to-machine data flows, protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access. Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations by securing device communications.
businesses handling sensitive data, regulated industries, companies with distributed device fleets, cloud-connected applications
Maintain Operational Continuity for Connected Systems
Ensure uninterrupted communication for critical M2M services, preventing downtime that could impact business operations or revenue. Provide reliable connectivity for essential services that depend on device interaction.
manufacturing operations, logistics tracking, utility monitoring, healthcare device management
Key Features
100,000 Session Capacity
Supports extensive IoT and M2M deployments, allowing businesses to scale their connected device initiatives without immediate licensing constraints.
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable costs and continuous access to software features and support for an extended period, ensuring long-term operational stability.
M2M Gateway Essentials
Unlocks core functionalities for managing device connectivity, data routing, and security essential for M2M communication.
Platform Licensing
Enables the use of Cisco's M2M platform, providing a foundation for secure and efficient device-to-device communication.
Active Software Subscription
Ensures access to the latest software updates, patches, and feature enhancements, maintaining security and performance.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Essential for managing large fleets of industrial IoT devices used in automation, monitoring, and predictive maintenance, ensuring operational continuity and data integrity.
Energy & Utilities
Supports the secure and reliable communication required for smart grid technologies, remote asset monitoring, and operational efficiency in energy distribution.
Transportation & Logistics
Enables the tracking and management of numerous assets and vehicles, facilitating real-time data exchange for supply chain visibility and operational optimization.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Facilitates secure data transmission from medical devices and remote patient monitoring systems, crucial for patient care and operational efficiency within healthcare facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco M2M-GW Essentials?
Cisco M2M-GW Essentials is a platform license that enables and manages machine-to-machine (M2M) communication sessions. It is designed for businesses utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) devices and requiring secure, scalable connectivity.
What does '100K SESS' mean?
'100K SESS' refers to the license capacity, allowing for up to 100,000 concurrent machine-to-machine sessions. This is crucial for managing large deployments of connected devices.
What is the benefit of a 3-year subscription?
A 3-year subscription provides a fixed term of service, ensuring continuous access to the platform's features and support without mid-term interruptions. It also offers budget predictability for your M2M infrastructure.
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.