Cisco NCP-NCI ULT SW LIC & FED MISSION CRITICAL SW SUPP PER CORE
This Cisco software license and mission-critical support subscription provides essential entitlements for your core network infrastructure, ensuring continuous operation and access to critical updates.
- Continuous Software Access: Entitlement to the latest Cisco Network Services Platform (NCP) and Network Convergence Infrastructure (NCI) ultimate software features and updates.
- Mission Critical Support: Guaranteed access to expert technical assistance and rapid response for critical issues impacting your business operations.
- License Compliance: Ensures your organization is fully compliant with Cisco licensing requirements, avoiding potential penalties and operational disruptions.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks advanced capabilities and capacity within your Cisco environment, supporting complex network functions and federal mission requirements.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a Cisco Network Services Platform (NCP) and Network Convergence Infrastructure (NCI) ultimate software license coupled with federal mission-critical software support. It ensures your business has access to the latest software features and the necessary support to maintain operational continuity for critical network functions.
Designed for businesses that rely on robust Cisco infrastructure, this subscription is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals overseeing network operations. It integrates into existing Cisco environments, providing a foundation for compliance, performance, and access to advanced functionalities.
- Software Entitlement: Grants access to the ultimate tier of Cisco NCP and NCI software, unlocking advanced features and capabilities.
- Mission Critical Support: Includes dedicated support for federal mission-critical environments, ensuring high availability and rapid issue resolution.
- Subscription Billing: Operates on a predictable subscription model, simplifying budgeting and ensuring continuous access to software and support.
- Per Core Licensing: License is calculated based on the number of cores, providing a scalable and cost-effective solution for your infrastructure.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain adherence to Cisco's licensing policies and supports regulatory requirements for mission-critical systems.
Ensure your critical Cisco infrastructure remains compliant, supported, and feature-rich with this essential software license and support subscription.
What This Enables
Access to Latest Software Features
Enable teams to utilize the most advanced functionalities within Cisco's Network Services Platform and Network Convergence Infrastructure. This ensures your network can support evolving business demands and complex operational requirements.
cloud-managed infrastructure, on-premises deployments, hybrid environments, virtualized network functions
Streamline Mission Critical Operations
Automate software updates and patch management for federal mission-critical systems, reducing manual effort and minimizing the risk of security vulnerabilities. This ensures consistent performance and reliability for essential business processes.
high-availability networks, regulated environments, secure data centers, critical infrastructure management
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Maintain full compliance with Cisco's licensing policies for ultimate software tiers, avoiding potential audits and penalties. This provides peace of mind and ensures your IT assets are properly accounted for.
enterprise resource planning integration, IT asset management, software lifecycle management, audit readiness
Key Features
Cisco NCP/NCI Ultimate Software
Unlocks the full suite of advanced features and capabilities for enhanced network performance and functionality.
Federal Mission Critical Support
Provides dedicated, high-priority support for environments with stringent uptime and reliability requirements.
Subscription Licensing
Offers predictable costs and continuous access to software updates and support renewals.
Per Core Licensing Model
Scales cost-effectively with your infrastructure's processing power, ensuring you only pay for what you need.
Compliance and Regulatory Adherence
Helps meet Cisco's licensing terms and supports regulatory mandates for critical systems.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Federal mission-critical support is explicitly designed for government agencies and public sector entities requiring high availability and specialized compliance for their IT infrastructure.
Finance & Insurance
This sector demands robust security, high uptime, and strict compliance, making mission-critical support and advanced software features essential for protecting sensitive data and ensuring continuous operations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Reliable network performance and data integrity are paramount in healthcare for patient care and regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA), necessitating advanced software and critical support.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems often require highly stable and secure network environments, benefiting from mission-critical support to prevent costly downtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this license and support?
This is a subscription-based offering. The specific term (e.g., 1, 3, or 5 years) is determined at the time of purchase and renewal.
What does 'Per Core' licensing mean?
The license cost is calculated based on the number of processor cores in the hardware where the software is deployed. This ensures a scalable and accurate licensing model.
Who is considered a 'Federal Mission Critical' customer?
This designation typically applies to organizations with extremely high uptime requirements and a need for specialized support due to the critical nature of their operations, often aligning with government or essential service providers.
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.