Cisco NCS 5500 Software License Bundle
The Cisco NCS 5500 Software License Bundle provides essential software capabilities for the NCS-55A2-MOD-SE/H platform, ensuring full operational functionality and feature access.
- Access to Advanced Features: Unlock the full suite of routing, switching, and telemetry features designed for high-performance networks.
- Subscription Billing: Benefit from a predictable, recurring cost model for software access and updates.
- Platform Specific: This bundle is tailored for the Cisco NCS-55A2-MOD-SE/H base platform.
- Compliance and Support: Maintain software compliance and ensure access to necessary updates and support for critical network operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco NCS 5500 Software License Bundle provides the necessary software entitlements for the NCS-55A2-MOD-SE/H platform. It unlocks advanced routing, traffic engineering, and network visibility features essential for modern service provider and enterprise edge networks.
IT Managers and Network Engineers in mid-market and enterprise organizations utilize these licenses to ensure their Cisco network hardware operates at peak performance, meets demanding traffic requirements, and remains compliant with software licensing regulations.
- Full Feature Enablement: Activates all software features on the NCS-55A2-MOD-SE/H.
- Subscription Model: Provides ongoing access to software updates and feature enhancements.
- Network Scalability: Supports high-density port configurations and advanced traffic management.
- Operational Visibility: Enhances network monitoring and telemetry capabilities.
- Licensing Compliance: Ensures legitimate and compliant use of Cisco network software.
This software license bundle is the ideal solution for organizations needing to maximize the performance and functionality of their Cisco NCS 5500 series routers.
What This Enables
Unlock Advanced Routing Features
Enable teams to deploy sophisticated routing protocols and traffic engineering capabilities required for high-bandwidth, low-latency network services. Streamline the configuration and management of complex network topologies for improved performance and reliability.
High-performance networking, service provider edge, data center interconnect, enterprise core routing
Ensure Software Compliance
Maintain strict adherence to Cisco's software licensing agreements, avoiding potential penalties or service disruptions. Automate the tracking and management of software entitlements across the network infrastructure.
Regulated environments, IT asset management, network operations centers, security compliance
Maximize Hardware Investment
Activate the full feature set of the Cisco NCS-55A2-MOD-SE/H platform, ensuring you gain the maximum value from your hardware investment. Support demanding application traffic and future network growth with unlocked capabilities.
Network infrastructure upgrades, capacity planning, performance optimization, technology refresh cycles
Key Features
NCS 5500 Series Software
Activates the full suite of advanced routing, switching, and telemetry features on the NCS-55A2-MOD-SE/H platform.
Subscription Licensing
Provides a predictable cost model for software access, updates, and feature enhancements over the license term.
Platform Specific Bundle
Ensures compatibility and full functionality for the designated Cisco NCS-55A2-MOD-SE/H base hardware.
Feature Unlock
Grants access to critical routing capabilities, traffic management, and network visibility tools.
Compliance Assurance
Guarantees legitimate software usage, mitigating risks associated with licensing non-compliance.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly reliable and secure network infrastructure to support critical transaction processing and regulatory compliance, making advanced routing features essential.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial networks demand robust connectivity and low-latency performance for operational technology (OT) systems, where advanced routing ensures efficient data flow and system uptime.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have strict security and compliance mandates, requiring licensed and feature-rich network equipment to maintain secure and reliable communication channels.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers rely on uninterrupted network services for patient care systems and data management, necessitating high-performance and feature-rich routing solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this software license?
This is a subscription-based license. The specific term duration is typically defined at the time of purchase and renewal.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license bundle is specifically designed for the Cisco NCS-55A2-MOD-SE/H base platform.
Does this license include hardware support?
This is a software license bundle. Hardware support contracts are typically purchased separately and are not included with this software entitlement.
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.