Cisco NCP-NCI PRO SW LIC & FED PRODUCTION SW SUPP PER CORE
This Cisco software license and production support subscription provides essential features and ongoing operational assurance for your network infrastructure.
- Coverage: Entitlement to Cisco's latest software features and critical production support.
- Assurance: Guarantees access to software updates, patches, and expert technical assistance.
- Continuity: Protects against operational disruptions with timely issue resolution.
- Compliance: Ensures your network software adheres to Cisco's licensing and support standards.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a Cisco Network Services Platform (NCP) Network Convergence Infrastructure (NCI) Professional software license, coupled with Federal Production Software Support. It unlocks advanced capabilities and ensures continuous, compliant operation of your Cisco network environment through a subscription model.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations, this license and support package is crucial for maintaining the health, security, and performance of core network infrastructure. It integrates directly into your existing Cisco hardware and software stack, providing essential updates and expert assistance.
- Platform Licensing: Grants access to the Professional edition of Cisco's NCI platform software.
- Production Support: Includes Federal Production Software Support for critical operational needs.
- Subscription Billing: Operates on a recurring subscription model for predictable budgeting.
- Per Core Licensing: Software license and support are priced based on the number of cores utilized.
- Feature Access: Unlocks advanced features and functionalities of the Cisco NCI platform.
This Cisco software license and support subscription is the right choice for businesses needing to maintain advanced network capabilities and ensure operational stability without enterprise-level overhead.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Feature Access
Enable teams to unlock and utilize the full suite of advanced features and functionalities offered by the Cisco NCI Professional platform. This ensures your network infrastructure can support evolving business demands and complex operational requirements.
on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized network functions, core network services, business continuity planning
Streamline Software Compliance and Updates
Streamline the process of maintaining software compliance and accessing necessary updates and patches for your Cisco network infrastructure. This subscription model simplifies license management and ensures your systems are protected against known vulnerabilities.
regulated industry operations, IT asset management, security posture management, operational efficiency initiatives, long-term IT strategy
Automate Critical Support and Maintenance
Automate critical support and maintenance processes by securing ongoing access to Cisco's Federal Production Software Support. This ensures timely resolution of issues and access to expert technical assistance, minimizing potential disruptions to business operations.
mission-critical applications, high-availability environments, IT service continuity, proactive system monitoring, risk mitigation strategies
Key Features
Cisco NCI Professional Software License
Grants access to advanced network convergence and infrastructure management capabilities.
Federal Production Software Support
Provides expert technical assistance and timely updates for critical operational needs.
Per Core Licensing Model
Offers a scalable and cost-effective licensing structure based on core utilization.
Subscription Billing
Ensures predictable budgeting and continuous access to software and support.
Access to Software Updates and Patches
Keeps your network infrastructure secure and performing optimally with the latest fixes and enhancements.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure, compliant, and continuously available network infrastructure to manage sensitive data and critical transactions, making robust Cisco support essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations depend on reliable network performance and data integrity for patient care and regulatory compliance, necessitating advanced software features and prompt support.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have specific federal support requirements and need secure, stable network operations to deliver essential public services, aligning with the 'Federal Production' aspect of the support.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations rely on uninterrupted network connectivity for production lines and operational technology (OT), demanding high availability and responsive support to prevent costly downtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco NCP-NCI PRO SW LIC & FED PRODUCTION SW SUPP PER CORE?
This is a subscription-based offering that includes a software license for Cisco's Network Convergence Infrastructure (NCI) Professional platform and Federal Production Software Support. It is licensed per core and provides access to advanced features and ongoing technical assistance.
Who is this license and support intended for?
This offering is designed for businesses, specifically IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies, that utilize Cisco infrastructure for their own IT operations. It is not intended for resellers or other service providers.
What does 'Per Core' licensing mean?
Per core licensing means the cost of the software license and support is determined by the number of processor cores in the servers or systems where the Cisco NCI software is deployed. This ensures you pay for the capacity you are actively using.
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.