Cisco NCI Advanced Reporting Add-On Software License and Support
Gain access to advanced reporting capabilities and essential L3 support for your Cisco NCI platform with this software license and subscription service.
- Coverage for Advanced Features: Unlock enhanced reporting, analytics, and visibility tools within your Cisco NCI environment.
- Continuous Software Updates: Ensure your platform remains current with the latest software releases and security patches.
- Expert L3 Support: Receive in-depth technical assistance for complex issues, minimizing downtime and operational disruptions.
- License Compliance: Maintain adherence to Cisco's licensing requirements, avoiding potential penalties and ensuring full feature access.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a software license and a Level 3 (L3) technical support subscription for Cisco's Network Convergence Infrastructure (NCI) platform, specifically enabling advanced reporting functionalities. It ensures your organization has the necessary entitlements to utilize enhanced data analysis and operational insights, coupled with expert support for critical issues.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations, this license and support package integrates directly into your existing Cisco NCI deployment. It is crucial for businesses that rely on detailed network performance data for operational efficiency, security monitoring, and strategic decision-making within their own IT infrastructure.
- Enhanced Reporting: Access detailed analytics and customizable reports for better network performance monitoring.
- Software Entitlement: Grants the right to use advanced features and receive software updates.
- L3 Support: Provides access to high-level technical expertise for troubleshooting complex problems.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable recurring costs for ongoing access and support.
- Per CPU Core Licensing: Ensures accurate licensing based on your specific hardware configuration.
This Cisco NCI license and support subscription is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to maximize their network intelligence and ensure operational continuity.
What This Enables
Access to Advanced Network Analytics
Enable teams to gain deeper insights into network traffic patterns, performance metrics, and security events. Streamline the process of generating custom reports for compliance and operational reviews.
on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized infrastructure, network operations centers
Proactive Issue Resolution
Ensure continuous operation by providing access to expert Level 3 support for complex troubleshooting scenarios. Minimize downtime and performance degradation with timely and effective technical assistance.
business-critical applications, high-availability deployments, managed IT services environments, remote office connectivity
Software Compliance and Updates
Maintain licensing compliance with Cisco's requirements, ensuring full access to advanced features and avoiding potential penalties. Automate the process of receiving and applying software updates and patches for enhanced security and functionality.
regulated industries, IT asset management, security-conscious organizations, multi-site operations
Key Features
Advanced Reporting Engine
Provides granular visibility into network performance, security, and usage for better decision-making.
Level 3 Technical Support
Offers expert assistance for complex issues, reducing Mean Time To Resolution (MTTR) and operational impact.
Software Subscription Model
Ensures predictable costs and continuous access to the latest software features and security updates.
Per CPU Core Licensing
Provides a scalable and accurate licensing model based on the processing power of your hardware.
Cisco NCI Platform Integration
Seamlessly enhances the capabilities of your existing Cisco NCI infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust network monitoring and detailed reporting to meet stringent regulatory compliance standards and ensure the security of sensitive financial data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need advanced network visibility and analytics to maintain HIPAA compliance, protect patient data, and ensure the reliability of critical medical systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations depend on stable and high-performing networks for production efficiency; advanced reporting helps identify and resolve issues that could disrupt operations.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage complex networks serving many users and devices, requiring detailed insights for performance optimization, security, and resource management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco NCI?
Cisco Network Convergence Infrastructure (NCI) is a platform designed to integrate and manage various network services and functions. This specific add-on enhances its reporting and analytics capabilities.
What does Level 3 (L3) support entail?
L3 support involves in-depth technical assistance from highly skilled engineers for complex issues that cannot be resolved at lower support tiers. It focuses on advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution.
How is this license billed?
This license is provided on a subscription basis, meaning you will have recurring billing for continuous access to the software features and support services.
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.