Cisco ONE Advanced Perpetual License for Catalyst 3850 12-Port Fiber
This Cisco ONE Advanced Perpetual License unlocks enhanced capabilities and ensures continued operational efficiency for your Cisco Catalyst 3850 12-Port Fiber network infrastructure.
- Advanced Feature Access: Gain entitlement to a suite of advanced software features and functionalities for your Catalyst 3850 switches.
- Perpetual Licensing: Secure long-term access to licensed features without recurring subscription costs, providing predictable IT budgeting.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain adherence to software licensing regulations and avoid potential penalties associated with outdated or unsupported software.
- Optimized Network Performance: Ensure your network hardware operates at peak performance with access to the latest software updates and support.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco ONE Advanced Perpetual License provides a permanent entitlement to a specific set of advanced software features for Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series switches, including models with 12-port fiber configurations. This license is designed to enhance network capabilities, improve operational efficiency, and ensure long-term access to valuable software functionalities without ongoing subscription fees.
This licensing solution is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within small to mid-market organizations who manage their own network infrastructure. It integrates directly with the Cisco Catalyst 3850 platform, offering a cost-effective way to access premium features and maintain compliance for their business-critical network devices.
- Perpetual Software Rights: Own the license indefinitely, eliminating recurring subscription costs for the enabled features.
- Advanced Functionality: Unlock sophisticated routing, security, and Quality of Service (QoS) features beyond basic capabilities.
- Platform Specific: Tailored for Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series switches, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.
- Simplified Management: Streamline software asset management with a clear, perpetual license model.
- Future-Proofing: Provides access to advanced features that support evolving business needs and network demands.
Secure advanced network capabilities and predictable IT costs with this perpetual license for your Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches.
What This Enables
Unlock Advanced Routing and Switching Capabilities
Enable teams to deploy sophisticated routing protocols and advanced Layer 3 switching features on their Catalyst 3850 platform. Streamline network segmentation and traffic management for improved application performance and user experience.
On-premises network core, Campus network backbone, Data center interconnect, Multi-site network deployment
Enhance Network Security Features
Automate the implementation of advanced security policies and access controls directly on the switch hardware. Protect sensitive business data by enforcing granular security postures across the network edge and distribution layers.
Network edge security, Internal threat mitigation, Access control enforcement, Compliance-driven security policies
Improve Quality of Service (QoS) Management
Streamline the prioritization of critical business applications and voice/video traffic. Ensure consistent performance for real-time communications and business-critical services by fine-tuning QoS parameters.
VoIP and video conferencing deployment, Application performance optimization, Bandwidth management, User experience enhancement
Key Features
Perpetual License Entitlement
Gain permanent access to advanced software features, eliminating recurring subscription costs and providing long-term value.
Advanced Feature Set
Unlock sophisticated routing, security, and QoS capabilities to enhance network performance and functionality.
Cisco Catalyst 3850 Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration and optimal performance with your existing Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series switches.
Simplified Asset Management
Reduces complexity in tracking software licenses and managing renewals due to the perpetual nature of the license.
Compliance Assurance
Helps maintain regulatory compliance and avoid penalties by ensuring legitimate use of advanced software features.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable networks to protect sensitive data and ensure continuous operation, making advanced features for security and performance critical.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain strict data privacy and network uptime for patient care systems, necessitating robust security and performance features.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often rely on real-time data and control systems that demand high network performance, low latency, and reliable connectivity, supported by advanced QoS and security.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client information, requiring strong network security and reliable performance to protect data and ensure operational efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco ONE Advanced Perpetual License?
A Cisco ONE Advanced Perpetual License grants you permanent rights to a specific set of advanced software features for your Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches. This means you own the license indefinitely without recurring subscription fees.
What kind of features does 'Advanced' typically include?
Advanced features can vary but often include enhanced routing capabilities, more sophisticated security functions like access control lists and port security, and granular Quality of Service (QoS) controls for traffic prioritization.
Does this license include hardware support?
No, this is a software license that unlocks features. Hardware support and maintenance are typically covered under separate Cisco Smart Net Total Care or similar support contracts.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.