Cisco Network Protection Gold Subscription for DefensePro X80 - 20G
The Cisco Network Protection Gold Subscription for DefensePro X80 provides 20Gbps of advanced threat protection, ensuring continuous security for your business network.
- Access to: Latest threat intelligence updates and signature releases to defend against emerging cyber threats.
- Coverage for: High-volume network traffic up to 20Gbps, maintaining performance while enforcing security policies.
- Protection against: Advanced persistent threats, zero-day exploits, and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.
- Entitlement to: Essential software updates and technical support for uninterrupted operation of your DefensePro X80 appliance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Network Protection Gold Subscription is a licensing agreement for the DefensePro X80 platform, specifically for environments requiring up to 20Gbps of threat mitigation. It unlocks advanced security features and ensures your network is protected against a wide range of cyber threats through continuous updates and support.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this subscription integrates with existing Cisco security infrastructure. It provides a critical layer of defense, helping to maintain operational continuity and protect sensitive business data from sophisticated attacks.
- Advanced Threat Mitigation: Defends against zero-day exploits, DDoS attacks, and advanced persistent threats.
- High-Speed Performance: Supports up to 20Gbps throughput, ensuring security without compromising network speed.
- Continuous Updates: Receives regular signature and intelligence updates to counter evolving threats.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet regulatory requirements by providing robust network security controls.
- Operational Stability: Ensures the DefensePro X80 appliance remains functional and supported with software updates and technical assistance.
This subscription is the ideal solution for businesses needing advanced, high-capacity network security without the overhead of enterprise-level management.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection and Prevention
Enable teams to proactively defend against zero-day exploits and advanced persistent threats with up-to-date threat intelligence. Streamline the process of identifying and mitigating sophisticated attacks before they impact business operations.
on-premises network infrastructure, security appliance deployment, traffic inspection requirements, business continuity planning
Maintain High-Speed Network Performance
Streamline network operations by ensuring security measures do not impede traffic flow, supporting up to 20Gbps of protected data. Automate the enforcement of security policies across high-volume network segments without performance degradation.
high-bandwidth network environments, data center operations, critical application delivery, network segmentation
Ensure Regulatory Compliance and Auditing
Enable teams to meet stringent industry compliance standards by providing robust, documented security controls against network intrusions. Automate the logging and reporting of security events to support audit requirements and demonstrate due diligence.
regulated industry operations, data privacy requirements, security policy enforcement, risk management frameworks
Key Features
20Gbps Threat Mitigation Capacity
Protects high-volume network traffic, ensuring security without compromising business-critical performance.
Gold Subscription Level
Provides access to the highest tier of threat intelligence, software updates, and technical support for maximum security efficacy.
DefensePro X80 Platform Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration and optimal performance with your existing Cisco DefensePro X80 security appliance.
Continuous Threat Intelligence Updates
Defends against the latest emerging threats, including zero-day exploits and advanced persistent threats.
Subscription-Based Licensing
Offers predictable operational expenses and ensures ongoing access to security features and vendor support.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust protection against sophisticated financial fraud and data theft, making advanced threat mitigation essential for compliance with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Protecting sensitive patient data (PHI) is critical, necessitating advanced security to comply with HIPAA and other privacy mandates against cyberattacks.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Securing operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) from cyber threats is vital to prevent production downtime and ensure safety, often requiring high-throughput security solutions.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle sensitive citizen data and critical infrastructure, demanding advanced threat protection to meet stringent security requirements and protect national interests.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this subscription?
Subscription terms vary and are typically for one or multiple years. The specific duration is determined at the time of purchase and outlined in the agreement.
Does this subscription include hardware support?
This subscription primarily covers the software, threat intelligence, and essential technical support for the DefensePro X80 platform. Hardware support is typically managed through a separate Cisco Smart Net Total Care contract.
How are software updates delivered?
Software updates and threat intelligence are delivered through Cisco's official channels, accessible via your DefensePro X80 appliance's management interface or Cisco's software download portal.
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.