Cisco NCS 5501 IOS XR 7.9 K9 Image for R-PHY Aggregation
This Cisco IOS XR subscription license unlocks advanced R-PHY aggregation features for your Cisco NCS 5501 platform, ensuring high-performance network operations.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to critical software features.
- Platform Support: Enables specific R-PHY aggregation functions on Cisco NCS 5501 routers.
- Feature Access: Unlocks advanced routing and aggregation capabilities for service providers.
- Compliance & Performance: Ensures your network meets operational and regulatory requirements.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This product is a Cisco IOS XR software image subscription for the Cisco NCS 5501 platform, specifically designed to enable Remote PHY (R-PHY) aggregation functionalities. It provides access to the latest features and operational capabilities within the 7.9 release of IOS XR.
IT Managers and Network Engineers in mid-market and enterprise organizations utilize this license to enhance their network infrastructure's aggregation capabilities. It is essential for environments requiring advanced routing, service assurance, and efficient data transport, fitting directly into their existing Cisco network deployments.
- Enhanced Aggregation: Enables sophisticated R-PHY aggregation for efficient service delivery.
- IOS XR 7.9 Features: Provides access to the latest functionalities and improvements in Cisco's routing operating system.
- Subscription Model: Offers flexible, ongoing access to software features and updates.
- Platform Specific: Tailored for the Cisco NCS 5501 routing platform.
- Network Modernization: Supports the evolution of network infrastructure towards next-generation services.
This Cisco IOS XR subscription is ideal for mid-market organizations seeking to modernize their network aggregation capabilities without the overhead of traditional perpetual licensing.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced R-PHY Aggregation
Enable teams to deploy and manage advanced R-PHY aggregation services for efficient data transport. Streamline the delivery of high-bandwidth services by leveraging the full capabilities of the Cisco NCS 5501.
Service provider networks, telecommunications infrastructure, edge computing deployments, high-density service aggregation
Ensure Software Compliance and Updates
Automate the process of maintaining compliant and up-to-date network software. Ensure continuous access to security patches and feature enhancements through a subscription model.
Regulated industries, networks requiring strict change control, environments with ongoing security audits, long-term infrastructure planning
Optimize Network Performance and Capacity
Streamline network operations by unlocking performance-enhancing features for R-PHY aggregation. Optimize capacity utilization and ensure reliable service delivery to end-users.
High-traffic data centers, broadband service delivery, content delivery networks, enterprise network edge
Key Features
Cisco IOS XR 7.9
Access to the latest routing features, performance improvements, and security enhancements for your network.
R-PHY Aggregation Support
Enables efficient aggregation of Remote PHY signals, crucial for modern broadband and cable network architectures.
Subscription Licensing
Provides flexible, ongoing access to software capabilities and updates, aligning costs with usage and operational needs.
Cisco NCS 5501 Platform
Optimized for deployment on the Cisco NCS 5501, ensuring compatibility and performance within your existing infrastructure.
Network Scalability
Supports the growth and scaling of your network services by providing advanced aggregation capabilities.
Industry Applications
Telecommunications & Utilities
Essential for service providers deploying advanced broadband and aggregation technologies to support customer demand and network modernization initiatives.
Media & Entertainment
Supports the high-bandwidth, low-latency requirements for delivering streaming services and interactive content through advanced network infrastructure.
Finance & Insurance
Critical for maintaining secure, reliable, and high-performance network connectivity required for financial transactions and data processing.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Enables robust network connectivity for industrial IoT applications and operational technology (OT) systems that require consistent data flow and aggregation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R-PHY aggregation?
R-PHY aggregation is a key component in modern cable network architectures, allowing for the centralized management and aggregation of signals from Remote PHY devices. This license enables that functionality on your Cisco NCS 5501.
What is the term of this subscription?
This is a subscription-based license, providing ongoing access to the software features for the duration of the subscription term. Specific terms are defined at the point of purchase.
Does this license include hardware?
No, this is a software image subscription. It requires a compatible Cisco NCS 5501 hardware platform to be installed and operated.
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.