Cisco NCM PRO SW LIC & FED MISSION CRITICAL SW SUPP PER CORE
This Cisco NCM PRO software license and mission critical support subscription provides essential network management capabilities and ensures continuous operation for your core business systems.
- Coverage: Access to Cisco's Network Configuration Manager Professional software features and mission critical support.
- Term: Subscription-based licensing ensures you always have the latest software and support.
- Scope: Per core licensing model applies to your server infrastructure.
- Value: Maintain compliance, enhance network visibility, and ensure rapid issue resolution.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a Cisco Network Configuration Manager (NCM) Professional software license coupled with a mission critical software support subscription. It unlocks advanced network configuration, automation, and compliance features for your IT infrastructure, backed by Cisco's highest level of support.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this solution integrates into environments requiring robust network management and regulatory adherence. It ensures your network devices are configured correctly, changes are tracked, and potential issues are addressed proactively within your own operational network.
- Advanced Network Management: Gain granular control over network device configurations and compliance.
- Automation Capabilities: Streamline repetitive tasks like device provisioning and software upgrades.
- Compliance Assurance: Automate audits and ensure adherence to industry regulations and internal policies.
- Mission Critical Support: Receive rapid response and expert assistance for critical network issues.
- Subscription Licensing: Benefit from predictable costs and access to the latest software updates.
Secure your network's stability and compliance with Cisco's NCM PRO software and mission critical support, designed for businesses seeking enterprise-grade IT without the overhead.
What This Enables
Automate Network Device Configuration
Enable teams to automate the deployment and management of configurations across a wide range of network devices. Streamline the process of ensuring all devices adhere to standardized settings and security policies.
on-premises data centers, distributed branch offices, hybrid cloud environments
Maintain Regulatory Compliance
Organizations deploying this solution can automate compliance checks and generate reports against industry standards and internal policies. Protect against audit failures and associated penalties by maintaining an auditable trail of network configurations.
regulated industries, multi-site operations, security-conscious IT departments
Proactive Issue Detection and Resolution
Businesses migrating to more complex network architectures can leverage this for proactive monitoring and rapid troubleshooting. Access mission critical support to quickly resolve critical network issues, minimizing operational disruption.
high-availability systems, critical business operations, IT teams managing complex networks
Key Features
Network Configuration Management
Gain centralized control and visibility over all network device configurations, reducing errors and improving consistency.
Automated Compliance Auditing
Ensure adherence to industry regulations and internal security policies through automated checks and reporting.
Device Provisioning and Deployment
Accelerate the rollout of new network devices and services by automating configuration tasks.
Software Image Management
Manage and deploy operating system images and firmware updates across your network devices efficiently.
Mission Critical Software Support
Receive priority access to Cisco experts for rapid resolution of critical software issues, minimizing downtime.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector demands stringent compliance and high availability, making automated configuration management and mission critical support essential for regulatory adherence and uninterrupted service delivery.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Maintaining compliance with regulations like HIPAA requires robust security and auditable configurations, which NCM PRO facilitates, while mission critical support ensures patient care systems remain operational.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Operational technology networks in manufacturing require high uptime and consistent configurations to prevent production disruptions. Mission critical support is vital for keeping these sensitive environments running.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies must adhere to strict security mandates and maintain reliable IT services. NCM PRO helps ensure compliance and operational stability, supported by rapid issue resolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco NCM PRO?
Cisco Network Configuration Manager (NCM) Professional is a software solution designed to automate network device configuration, manage compliance, and provide visibility into your network infrastructure.
What does 'Mission Critical' support entail?
Mission Critical support is Cisco's highest support tier, offering 24x7x365 access to expert engineers and rapid response times for critical issues to ensure business continuity.
How is this licensed?
This is a subscription-based license sold on a per-core basis, meaning the number of licenses required is tied to the processing cores in your server environment where NCM PRO is deployed.
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.