Cisco NCS 2K/MSTP Software License - R11.1.3
This Cisco NCS 2K/MSTP R11.1.3 software license subscription provides essential operating system capabilities for your network infrastructure.
- License Activation: Unlocks core operating system features and functionalities for the Cisco NCS 2K/MSTP platform.
- Subscription Term: Provides access to software updates and support for the duration of the subscription period.
- Platform Specific: Directly applies to the Cisco Network Convergence System 2000 Series (NCS 2K) and Multi-Service Transport Platform (MSTP).
- Compliance and Operation: Ensures your network hardware is running licensed, supported software, maintaining operational integrity and compliance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a Cisco Network Convergence System 2000 Series (NCS 2K) and Multi-Service Transport Platform (MSTP) R11.1.3 operating system software license subscription. It enables the core functionalities required to operate and manage these advanced networking platforms, ensuring access to features and ongoing support for the licensed term.
Businesses utilizing Cisco's NCS 2K or MSTP hardware for their core network infrastructure will use this license. It is suitable for IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market companies who need to maintain compliant, up-to-date, and fully functional network hardware without the overhead of direct vendor management for every software component.
- Core OS Functionality: Enables the fundamental operating system features for the NCS 2K/MSTP platform.
- Software Updates: Provides access to software releases and patches during the subscription term.
- Feature Access: Unlocks specific capabilities and configurations supported by the R11.1.3 release.
- Compliance Assurance: Guarantees the use of legitimate and supported software, avoiding potential compliance issues.
- Continued Operation: Supports the ongoing, reliable operation of critical network hardware.
This Cisco software license subscription is ideal for mid-market organizations needing to maintain their NCS 2K/MSTP platforms with compliant and supported operating system software.
What This Enables
Enable Core Platform Functionality
Enable teams to activate and utilize the essential operating system features of their Cisco NCS 2K/MSTP hardware. This ensures the platform can perform its intended network transport and convergence functions.
organizations deploying advanced optical transport, businesses managing high-capacity data center interconnects, teams requiring granular control over network services
Maintain Software Compliance
Streamline the process of maintaining software license compliance for critical network infrastructure. This subscription guarantees the use of legitimate and supported software, avoiding potential audit issues or security vulnerabilities.
companies with strict IT governance policies, businesses operating in regulated industries, organizations prioritizing network security posture
Access Software Updates and Patches
Automate access to software updates and security patches released for the NCS 2K/MSTP platform. This ensures the network hardware remains protected against emerging threats and benefits from performance enhancements.
operations teams managing long-lifecycle network equipment, IT departments focused on proactive security, businesses seeking to optimize network performance
Key Features
Cisco NCS 2K/MSTP R11.1.3 OS
Provides the foundational software required for the operation and management of your Cisco network hardware.
Software Subscription Model
Offers predictable access to software features and updates for a defined subscription term.
WSON CP Capability
Enables specific functionalities related to Wavelength Switched Optical Network Control Plane on the platform.
Electronic Delivery
Facilitates quick and efficient delivery of the software license entitlement.
RTU (Right to Use)
Grants the legal entitlement to use the specified Cisco software on your hardware.
Industry Applications
Telecommunications & Networking
Essential for service providers and large enterprises managing high-capacity optical transport networks requiring advanced features like WSON.
Finance & Insurance
Critical for financial institutions that rely on highly available and secure network infrastructure for trading and data processing, demanding compliant software.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports the robust connectivity needs of healthcare systems for data sharing and critical applications, where network uptime and compliance are paramount.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Enables reliable network operations for industrial control systems and data aggregation in manufacturing environments that require stable and secure communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco NCS 2K/MSTP R11.1.3 E-DEL-OS SW RTU?
This is an electronic delivery of a Right to Use software license subscription for the R11.1.3 operating system version on Cisco Network Convergence System 2000 Series (NCS 2K) and Multi-Service Transport Platform (MSTP) devices.
What does the WSON CP enable?
WSON CP refers to the Wavelength Switched Optical Network Control Plane capabilities, allowing for dynamic management and provisioning of optical wavelengths within your network.
How long is the license term?
The license is a subscription, meaning it is valid for a specific term. The exact duration is determined at the time of purchase and is typically renewed to maintain access to support and updates.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.