Cisco NDB Software License Add-On for NCI-D Clusters & FM Software Support
This Cisco NDB software license add-on provides essential support and feature access for your NCI-D clusters and FM software, ensuring continuous operation and compliance for your business IT infrastructure.
- Access to: Latest software features and critical updates for enhanced network visibility and management.
- Coverage for: Essential Cisco software support, ensuring timely issue resolution and operational continuity.
- Protection against: Potential downtime and performance degradation due to outdated software or lack of support.
- Entitlement to: Continued access to Cisco's technical expertise for your NCI-D cluster environment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a Cisco NDB (Network Data and Analytics) software license add-on, specifically designed for NCI-D clusters and includes ongoing FM (Field Maintenance) software support. It unlocks advanced network intelligence capabilities and ensures your software remains up-to-date and supported by Cisco.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to gain deeper insights into their network performance, troubleshoot issues more effectively, and maintain compliance. It integrates directly into existing Cisco NCI-D cluster environments, providing a critical layer of operational intelligence and support.
- Enhanced Network Visibility: Gain granular insights into network traffic, performance, and security.
- Software Compliance: Ensure your Cisco software is licensed correctly and up-to-date.
- Proactive Support: Access Cisco's Field Maintenance support for timely issue resolution.
- Feature Unlock: Enable advanced analytics and management features within your NCI-D cluster.
- Operational Continuity: Minimize downtime risks with continuous software updates and support.
This Cisco license add-on is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to maximize their network visibility and ensure uninterrupted operation of their Cisco infrastructure.
What This Enables
Access to Latest Software Features and Updates
Enable teams to utilize the newest network analytics and management features released by Cisco. Streamline troubleshooting by having access to the most current software versions and patches.
virtualized environments, on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud deployments, core network infrastructure
Continuous Software Support and Maintenance
Ensure uninterrupted operation of critical network monitoring tools through ongoing Field Maintenance support. Protect against potential downtime and performance degradation with timely issue resolution from Cisco.
production networks, business-critical applications, IT operations centers, managed service environments
Maintain Software Licensing Compliance
Automate the process of staying compliant with Cisco's licensing requirements for NCI-D clusters. Avoid penalties and ensure audit readiness by having the correct software entitlements.
regulated industries, multi-site organizations, IT asset management, security-conscious operations
Key Features
Cisco NDB Software License
Unlocks advanced network data and analytics capabilities for deeper operational insight.
NCI-D Cluster Compatibility
Specifically designed to enhance your existing Cisco NCI-D cluster environment.
FM Software Support
Provides ongoing vendor support for software maintenance and issue resolution.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses with a recurring subscription model.
Per Core Licensing
Scales licensing costs based on the processing cores utilized by your cluster.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust network monitoring and analytics to ensure transaction integrity, meet strict regulatory compliance, and maintain high availability for critical trading and customer service operations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must maintain secure, reliable, and compliant networks to protect sensitive patient data (PHI) and ensure uninterrupted access to critical medical systems and devices.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments rely on stable and visible network operations for production line efficiency, supply chain management, and the integration of IoT devices, demanding high uptime and performance.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies need secure, compliant, and continuously operational IT infrastructure to deliver essential public services and manage vast amounts of data, often under strict oversight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco NDB?
Cisco Network Data and Analytics (NDB) is a software solution that provides deep visibility and insights into network traffic and performance, helping IT teams to monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize their networks.
What does FM Software Support cover?
FM Software Support typically includes access to software updates, patches, bug fixes, and technical assistance from Cisco for the licensed software, ensuring its continued operation and security.
How is this license billed?
This license is billed on a subscription basis, meaning you pay a recurring fee for its use, typically annually or monthly, providing predictable operational costs.
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.