Cisco NCI-D Ultimate Software License and Support
This Cisco NCI-D Ultimate software license and production support subscription ensures your core network functions remain operational and compliant.
- Core Network Functionality: Access to essential software features and ongoing operational capabilities for your Cisco network infrastructure.
- Production Support: Coverage for critical issues, ensuring rapid response and resolution to minimize network downtime.
- License Compliance: Maintain adherence to Cisco's licensing terms, avoiding potential penalties and operational disruptions.
- Continuous Operation: Entitlement to software updates and patches, keeping your network secure and performing optimally.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a Cisco NCI-D Ultimate software license coupled with production support, billed on a subscription basis per core. It unlocks advanced features and ensures continuous, compliant operation of your Cisco network environment.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to manage and maintain their core network infrastructure. It integrates directly into their existing Cisco hardware deployments, providing essential software capabilities and support.
- Software License: Grants access to the NCI-D Ultimate feature set.
- Production Support: Includes technical assistance and issue resolution for critical network problems.
- Per Core Billing: Subscription cost is calculated based on the number of active cores utilized.
- Subscription Term: Ongoing access to software and support is maintained through regular payments.
- Cisco Platform: Designed for specific Cisco network hardware platforms.
This Cisco subscription is the ideal choice for businesses seeking to maintain advanced network capabilities and reliable support without the overhead of direct enterprise licensing.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Features
Enable teams to unlock the full potential of their Cisco network infrastructure with the NCI-D Ultimate software license. This ensures access to advanced routing, security, and management capabilities required for complex business operations.
core network infrastructure, advanced feature utilization, network segmentation, traffic management
Streamline Software Compliance
Streamline software license management and ensure continuous compliance with Cisco's licensing requirements. This subscription model simplifies tracking and renewals, preventing costly audits and operational interruptions.
software asset management, regulatory adherence, predictable budgeting, IT governance
Automate Critical Support
Automate access to critical production support for your Cisco network devices. This ensures rapid response and resolution for any issues that could impact business operations, maintaining high availability.
business continuity planning, network uptime assurance, incident response, operational stability
Key Features
NCI-D Ultimate Software License
Grants access to a comprehensive suite of advanced network features and functionalities.
Production Software Support
Provides critical technical assistance and issue resolution for network operations, minimizing downtime.
Per Core Subscription Billing
Offers a scalable and predictable cost model based on your actual core utilization.
Ongoing Software Updates
Ensures your network benefits from the latest security patches and feature enhancements.
Cisco Platform Compatibility
Designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing Cisco network hardware.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly available and secure networks to handle sensitive data and transactions, making robust Cisco licensing and support essential for compliance and operational continuity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers depend on uninterrupted network access for patient care systems and data management, necessitating reliable Cisco infrastructure with continuous support to meet strict uptime and privacy regulations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations rely on stable network connectivity for automation, IoT devices, and supply chain management, where Cisco solutions with ongoing support ensure efficiency and prevent costly production downtime.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses need consistent network performance for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer-facing services, making Cisco licensing and support crucial for daily operations and customer experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco NCI-D Ultimate?
Cisco NCI-D Ultimate is a software license that unlocks advanced features and capabilities for specific Cisco network platforms. It is typically part of a broader network management and operations strategy.
What does 'Production Software Support' cover?
Production software support provides technical assistance for critical issues that impact the operation of your Cisco software. This includes access to Cisco's support engineers for troubleshooting and resolution.
How is the subscription billed?
This license and support is billed on a subscription basis, calculated per core. This means the cost is tied to the processing power your network utilizes, offering a flexible 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.