Cisco Nexus 9000 Security Add-On License
Secure your network infrastructure with the Cisco Nexus 9000 Security Add-On License, unlocking advanced threat detection and policy enforcement capabilities for your modular switches.
- Enhanced Security Posture: Gain access to advanced security features designed to protect your network from evolving threats.
- Compliance Assurance: Coverage for regulatory requirements through granular security policy controls and visibility.
- Operational Continuity: Protection against security breaches that could lead to costly downtime and data loss.
- Feature Entitlement: Entitlement to utilize specialized security modules and software functionalities on your N9K platform.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9000 Security Add-On License (ACI-SEC-XM) is a subscription-based software license designed to enhance the security capabilities of Cisco's N9K modular switches. This license unlocks advanced security features and policy enforcement mechanisms, crucial for protecting sensitive data and maintaining network integrity.
This license is intended for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who are responsible for managing and securing their network infrastructure. It integrates directly with the Cisco Nexus 9000 platform, providing a critical layer of defense for data center and campus network environments.
- Advanced Threat Detection: Enables sophisticated tools to identify and mitigate potential security threats in real-time.
- Granular Policy Control: Provides fine-grained control over network access and traffic flow, enforcing security policies effectively.
- Compliance Support: Helps organizations meet stringent regulatory and compliance mandates through enhanced security measures.
- Scalable Security: Designed to grow with your network, offering robust security without compromising performance.
- Centralized Management: Integrates with Cisco's management platforms for streamlined security operations and visibility.
This Cisco security license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to bolster their network defenses and ensure compliance without the overhead of enterprise-grade security solutions.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection and Prevention
Enable teams to deploy sophisticated security features that actively monitor network traffic for malicious activity. Streamline the identification and mitigation of emerging threats to protect sensitive business data.
data center networks, campus networks, network segmentation, security policy enforcement, threat intelligence integration
Strengthen Regulatory Compliance
Streamline the process of meeting industry-specific compliance mandates by implementing advanced security controls and audit trails. Automate the enforcement of security policies required for data privacy and regulatory adherence.
financial services networks, healthcare IT environments, government agency networks, PCI DSS compliance, HIPAA compliance
Enhance Network Segmentation and Access Control
Enable teams to create micro-segments within their network, limiting the lateral movement of threats. Automate the enforcement of granular access control policies based on user identity and device posture.
multi-tenant environments, secure application deployment, zero-trust architecture, network access control
Key Features
Advanced Threat Intelligence Integration
Proactively defend against known and emerging cyber threats by integrating with Cisco's threat intelligence feeds.
Granular Policy Enforcement
Implement precise security policies to control traffic flow and access, reducing the attack surface.
Network Segmentation Capabilities
Isolate critical assets and limit the impact of potential breaches through micro-segmentation.
Compliance Reporting Tools
Facilitate adherence to regulatory requirements with built-in reporting and auditing features.
Subscription-based Licensing
Ensure access to the latest security features and updates with a predictable, recurring billing model.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security measures to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, which this license helps address.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA regulations for patient data privacy, necessitating robust security controls and audit capabilities provided by this license.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle sensitive information and must meet strict security standards and compliance mandates, making advanced network security essential.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses process significant amounts of customer payment data, requiring strong security to prevent breaches and maintain PCI DSS compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco Nexus 9000 Security Add-On License?
This is a software subscription license that enhances the security capabilities of Cisco's N9K modular switches. It unlocks advanced features for threat detection, policy enforcement, and compliance.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for Cisco Nexus 9000 modular switch models. The MPN ACI-SEC-XM indicates it is for the N9K platform.
What is the billing model for this license?
This license is sold on a subscription basis, meaning it is billed periodically (e.g., annually) for the duration of the license term.
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.