Cisco ONE Enterprise Agreement Foundation Perpetual License for Nexus 7700 6 Slot and Higher
Unlock essential network capabilities and ensure ongoing support for your Cisco Nexus 7700 Series switches with a perpetual foundation license.
- Continuous Access: Entitlement to foundational software features and ongoing access to critical network functions.
- Operational Stability: Ensures continued operation and management of your Nexus 7700 Series platform.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintains licensing compliance for core network infrastructure components.
- Simplified Management: Provides a clear and perpetual entitlement for foundational software, reducing future procurement complexities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco ONE Enterprise Agreement Foundation Perpetual License provides the foundational software entitlement for Cisco Nexus 7700 Series switches with 6 slots and higher. It grants perpetual rights to the core software features necessary for operating and managing these high-density switching platforms.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market and enterprise environments, this license is crucial for organizations that rely on robust data center networking. It ensures that essential functionalities remain accessible and compliant on their Nexus 7700 infrastructure without ongoing subscription fees for the base software.
- Perpetual Software Rights: Own the license indefinitely, eliminating recurring subscription costs for foundational features.
- Nexus 7700 Series Support: Specifically designed for Nexus 7700 Series switches with 6 slots and higher.
- Foundation Feature Set: Unlocks the core software capabilities required for network operation and management.
- Compliance and Stability: Ensures your network infrastructure remains licensed and operational.
- Enterprise Agreement Framework: Aligns with Cisco's Enterprise Agreement structure for streamlined procurement and management.
This perpetual license offers a cost-effective and stable solution for mid-market and enterprise businesses needing foundational Nexus 7700 capabilities.
What This Enables
Perpetual Foundation Software Access
Enable teams to maintain continuous access to the core software functionalities required for Cisco Nexus 7700 Series switches. Streamline network operations by ensuring foundational features are always available and compliant.
data center operations, network infrastructure management, core switching platforms, long-term IT asset planning
Ensuring Network Compliance
Automate compliance for critical network hardware by securing perpetual software rights. Protect against potential operational disruptions and audit risks associated with licensing gaps.
IT asset management, regulatory adherence, infrastructure lifecycle management, risk mitigation
Cost Predictability for Core Network
Streamline IT budgeting by eliminating recurring subscription fees for foundational Nexus 7700 software. Provide long-term cost certainty for essential data center network components.
financial planning, capital expenditure management, IT cost optimization, infrastructure investment
Key Features
Perpetual License Entitlement
Own the software rights indefinitely, avoiding ongoing subscription costs for foundational features.
Nexus 7700 Series Specific
Tailored for the high-density Nexus 7700 Series switches (6 slots and higher), ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.
Foundation Software Access
Grants access to the essential software features required for the core operation and management of the switch.
Cisco ONE Enterprise Agreement
Integrates into Cisco's EA framework, potentially simplifying procurement and management for larger deployments.
Compliance Assurance
Helps maintain licensing compliance for critical network infrastructure, mitigating audit risks.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly available and compliant network infrastructure to support critical trading and transaction systems, making perpetual licensing for core network hardware a strategic advantage.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments depend on stable and reliable network operations for production lines and logistics, where long-term predictability and avoidance of operational disruptions are paramount.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain strict compliance and high availability for patient data systems, necessitating robust and consistently licensed network infrastructure.
Education & Research
Educational institutions often manage large, complex networks with budget constraints, benefiting from perpetual licenses that offer long-term cost savings and stable access to essential network capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a perpetual license?
A perpetual license grants you the right to use the software indefinitely without recurring subscription fees for the core features covered. You own the license for its lifetime.
What does 'Foundation' mean in this license?
Foundation refers to the core, essential software features required for the basic operation and management of the Cisco Nexus 7700 platform. It is the base level of software entitlement.
Does this license include ongoing support and maintenance?
This license provides perpetual rights to the software features. Separate support and maintenance contracts (like Cisco SMARTnet) are typically required for hardware replacement, software updates, and technical assistance.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.