Cisco Migration from VBR(+) to Instance Licensing with 1 Year Support
This Cisco service facilitates the migration of your VBR(+) licenses to instance licensing, providing one year of critical support to ensure continuity and access to features.
- License Migration: Seamlessly transition from VBR(+) licensing to the more flexible instance licensing model.
- 1 Year Support: Gain access to Cisco support for one year, ensuring operational stability and issue resolution.
- Feature Access: Unlock and maintain access to the full suite of features enabled by your Cisco instance licenses.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain licensing compliance and avoid service disruptions with this structured migration path.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a structured migration path for existing Cisco VBR(+) licenses to the modern instance licensing model. It includes one year of essential support, ensuring that your business maintains compliance and continuous access to critical Cisco software capabilities during and after the transition.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this service to update their Cisco licensing framework. It is ideal for businesses looking to modernize their software entitlements, streamline management, and ensure their Cisco platforms remain fully supported and functional within their existing network infrastructure.
- License Transformation: Convert VBR(+) licenses to a contemporary instance-based licensing structure.
- Support Inclusion: One year of Cisco technical support is bundled with the migration service.
- Operational Continuity: Minimize disruption during the licensing transition, maintaining access to network functions.
- Feature Enablement: Ensure all intended software features remain accessible post-migration.
- Simplified Management: Transition to a licensing model that is often easier to manage and scale.
This Cisco licensing migration service is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to modernize their software entitlements with essential support.
What This Enables
Enable Instance-Based Licensing
Enable teams to transition from older VBR(+) licensing to a more flexible and manageable instance-based licensing model. Streamline software entitlement management and ensure future compatibility with Cisco platforms.
on-premises data centers, virtualized environments, hybrid cloud deployments, network infrastructure management
Maintain Software Feature Access
Streamline access to the full range of features and functionalities provided by Cisco software. Ensure that your business operations are not hindered by licensing limitations or outdated entitlement structures.
core network services, security appliance management, unified communications platforms, data center virtualization
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Automate the process of achieving and maintaining compliance with current Cisco licensing requirements. Protect your organization from potential audits and service interruptions due to licensing discrepancies.
regulated industry environments, IT asset management, software lifecycle management, operational risk mitigation
Key Features
Migration from VBR(+) to Instance Licensing
Transition to a modern, flexible, and scalable licensing model that simplifies management and future upgrades.
One Year of Cisco Support
Gain access to Cisco's technical expertise and support resources for one year, ensuring prompt resolution of any issues.
Access to Current Software Features
Ensure continued access to the latest features and functionalities enabled by your Cisco software investments.
Licensing Compliance Assurance
Maintain adherence to Cisco's licensing policies, reducing the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties.
Simplified License Management
Adopt a licensing structure that is generally easier to track, manage, and audit within your IT environment.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust, compliant, and continuously supported IT infrastructure to manage sensitive data and adhere to strict regulatory requirements like SOX and PCI DSS.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must maintain secure, reliable, and compliant systems under regulations such as HIPAA, necessitating up-to-date software licensing and support for critical patient care systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturing operations rely on stable and efficient network infrastructure for production control and logistics, demanding consistent software performance and vendor support to avoid costly downtime.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations handle confidential client information and depend on secure, uninterrupted IT operations, making license compliance and vendor support crucial for business continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between VBR(+) and Instance Licensing?
VBR(+) licensing is an older model, often based on hardware or virtual machine counts. Instance licensing is a more modern approach, typically based on the number of software instances or virtual machines running the software, offering greater flexibility.
What does the 1 year support cover?
The 1 year of support typically covers technical assistance for issues related to the migrated licenses and the Cisco software platform. This includes access to Cisco's knowledge base, software updates, and expert troubleshooting.
Is this service suitable for all Cisco products?
This specific migration service is designed for particular Cisco product lines that have transitioned from VBR(+) to instance licensing. It is essential to verify compatibility with your specific Cisco hardware and software.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.