Cisco NCI-D Starter Software License and Production Support
This Cisco NCI-D Starter software license and production support subscription provides essential access to Cisco's network control capabilities for your business.
- License Entitlement: Access to core Cisco NCI-D software features and functionalities.
- Production Support: Coverage for critical issues impacting your network operations.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable, recurring costs for ongoing software access and support.
- Per Core Licensing: Scalable licensing model based on your specific core usage.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco NCI-D Starter Software License and Federal Production Support Per Core is a subscription-based offering that unlocks essential software capabilities for Cisco's network control solutions. It includes access to core software features and provides production-level support to ensure continuous operation and timely issue resolution.
This license is designed for businesses that utilize Cisco networking hardware and require a foundational level of software functionality and support. It is suitable for IT Managers and IT Professionals managing their own network infrastructure, ensuring their Cisco environment remains compliant and operational.
- Core Software Access: Unlocks fundamental features of the Cisco NCI-D platform.
- Production Support: Provides access to technical assistance for critical operational issues.
- Subscription Model: Offers predictable budgeting with recurring license and support fees.
- Per Core Basis: Licensing scales with your environment's core count for flexibility.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain software licensing compliance with Cisco standards.
This Cisco NCI-D Starter license and support subscription is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking essential network control capabilities with reliable support.
What This Enables
Access to Essential Software Features
Enable teams to utilize core functionalities of the Cisco NCI-D platform for network management and control. Streamline operations by having the necessary software tools readily available for your IT environment.
on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud deployments, virtualized network environments, core network infrastructure
Production Support for Critical Issues
Coverage for urgent technical issues that directly impact network availability and business operations. Protection against prolonged downtime by ensuring access to expert Cisco support when needed.
business-critical network services, high-availability environments, production network segments, core business operations
Software License Compliance
Entitlement to use the Cisco NCI-D software within the licensed scope, ensuring your organization remains compliant with vendor licensing agreements. Avoid penalties and audit risks associated with unlicensed software usage.
regulated business environments, IT asset management, software license audits, corporate IT governance
Key Features
Cisco NCI-D Starter Software License
Unlocks core network control and management capabilities for your business operations.
Federal Production Support
Provides timely technical assistance for critical issues, minimizing network downtime.
Per Core Licensing
Offers a flexible and scalable licensing model that aligns with your infrastructure's core count.
Subscription Billing
Enables predictable operational expenses for software and support services.
Cisco Vendor Support
Ensures access to manufacturer expertise for resolving complex network challenges.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly reliable and secure network operations, making production support for network control software essential for compliance and continuous service delivery.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations depend on uninterrupted network connectivity for patient care systems and data access, necessitating robust support for their IT infrastructure.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments rely on stable network performance for operational technology (OT) and production lines, where downtime can lead to significant financial losses.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have strict requirements for IT asset management and software licensing compliance, alongside a need for reliable network services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco NCI-D?
Cisco NCI-D refers to Cisco's Network Control and Intelligence solutions, designed to provide visibility, control, and automation for network environments. This starter license provides access to core functionalities.
What does 'Production Support' cover?
Production Support typically covers critical issues that impact the availability or performance of your network. It ensures you can get timely assistance from Cisco to resolve urgent problems.
How is this licensed?
This license is sold on a per-core basis, meaning the cost is determined by the number of processing cores in your environment that utilize the software. It is a subscription-based model.
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.