Cisco N9800 Modular 4 Slot Premier Term License, 1 Year
This Cisco Premier Term license provides 1 year of essential software access and support for your N9800 modular 4-slot platform, ensuring operational continuity and feature enablement.
- Access to Advanced Features: Unlock the full suite of Cisco IOS XE features for enhanced network control and performance.
- Continued Operation: Maintain full functionality and support for your critical network infrastructure.
- Compliance Assurance: Stay current with software updates and security patches to meet regulatory requirements.
- Predictable Costs: Subscription-based billing offers clear budgeting for essential network software.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a 1-year subscription license for Cisco's Network Advantage Premier Term, specifically designed for the N9800 modular 4-slot platform. It provides access to essential software features, ongoing support, and software updates necessary for the reliable operation of your core network infrastructure.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to ensure their Cisco N9800 series switches are fully functional, compliant, and supported. It integrates directly with the hardware, enabling advanced routing, switching, and security capabilities within their data center or campus network.
- Platform Software Access: Enables core Cisco IOS XE software features required for advanced network operations.
- 1-Year Term: Provides a defined period of software access and support for predictable budgeting.
- N9800 Modular 4 Slot: Tailored specifically for the Cisco Catalyst 9800 modular 4-slot chassis.
- Subscription Billing: Offers a clear, recurring cost model for essential software.
- Compliance and Updates: Ensures access to software updates and security patches for ongoing security and regulatory adherence.
This Cisco license is the ideal choice for businesses needing to maintain advanced network capabilities and compliance on their N9800 modular platform without the overhead of direct vendor management.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Features
Enable teams to deploy sophisticated routing, switching, and security policies across their enterprise network. Streamline network management with access to the full Cisco IOS XE feature set for enhanced control and visibility.
data center core, campus backbone, high-density switching, network segmentation
Maintain Software Compliance
Streamline the process of staying current with software versions and security patches for critical network hardware. Automate compliance with industry regulations and vendor support requirements by maintaining an active license.
regulated environments, security-conscious operations, long-term infrastructure planning, IT asset management
Ensure Network Uptime and Support
Enable teams to access timely technical support and software updates to resolve network issues quickly. Protect against operational disruptions by ensuring continuous access to vendor-provided assistance and bug fixes.
business-critical networks, 24/7 operations, IT service continuity, proactive maintenance
Key Features
Cisco IOS XE Software Access
Unlock advanced routing, switching, security, and programmability features for a more capable and efficient network.
1-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable budgeting and ensures access to software and support for a defined period, avoiding unexpected costs.
N9800 Modular 4 Slot Platform Specific
Guarantees compatibility and optimal performance for your specific Cisco Catalyst 9800 modular hardware investment.
Software Updates and Bug Fixes
Keeps your network secure and performing optimally by providing access to the latest patches and resolutions.
Technical Support Entitlement
Allows your IT team to receive expert assistance from Cisco for troubleshooting and configuration guidance.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly available and secure networks to handle sensitive data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, making robust platform licensing essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must maintain HIPAA compliance and ensure continuous network operation for critical patient care systems, necessitating reliable and supported network infrastructure.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often rely on stable and predictable network performance for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, requiring consistent access to network features and support.
Education & Research
Universities and research institutions manage large, complex networks with diverse user needs, benefiting from the advanced capabilities and scalability offered by enterprise-grade platform licenses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco Premier Term license?
A Premier Term license is a subscription that provides access to Cisco's Network Advantage software features and ongoing technical support for a specified duration, in this case, one year, for a particular hardware platform.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco Catalyst 9800 modular 4-slot platform (N9800 MODULAR 4 SLOT).
What happens when the 1-year term expires?
Upon expiration, you will need to renew the license to continue accessing the software features and support. Failure to renew may result in loss of advanced functionalities and support.
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.