Cisco Packet Core System Software Release 21.4 License
This Cisco software license provides access to Release 21.4 of the Packet Core System, enabling advanced network capabilities for your business operations.
- Entitlement to: Access to the latest features and functionalities within Cisco's Packet Core System Release 21.4, ensuring your network is up-to-date.
- Coverage for: Continued operation and performance optimization of your Cisco Packet Core platform, minimizing service disruptions.
- Protection against: Potential network performance degradation or feature limitations by maintaining a current and supported software version.
- Compliance with: Essential network standards and regulatory requirements through the use of certified and maintained software releases.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This subscription license grants access to Cisco Packet Core System Software Release 21.4, a critical component for managing and optimizing mobile packet core networks. It unlocks advanced features, enhances performance, and ensures ongoing support for your Cisco ASR 5000 series platform.
Designed for businesses that rely on robust mobile network infrastructure, this software is utilized by IT professionals and network engineers to maintain high availability, ensure data integrity, and support evolving service demands. It integrates directly into existing Cisco hardware deployments, providing a foundation for reliable packet processing and service delivery.
- Feature Unlock: Grants access to all features and capabilities within Release 21.4 of the Cisco Packet Core System.
- Performance Enhancement: Optimizes packet processing and network throughput for improved service delivery.
- Subscription Term: Provided on a subscription basis, ensuring continuous access to software updates and support.
- Platform Specific: Licensed for use on Cisco ASR 5000 series platforms, as indicated by the MPN.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain network compliance and security posture with updated software.
This Cisco software license is essential for mid-market and enterprise organizations needing to maintain a high-performance, compliant, and feature-rich packet core network.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Packet Processing Capabilities
Enable teams to manage and optimize high-volume data traffic with the latest features in Release 21.4. Streamline network operations and ensure efficient packet handling for all business-critical applications.
mobile network operators, telecommunications providers, large enterprise networks
Maintain Network Compliance and Security
Automate compliance checks and security updates by running the latest supported software version. Protect sensitive data and ensure adherence to industry regulations through continuous software maintenance.
telecom infrastructure, critical communication networks, regulated industries
Ensure Continuous Service Availability
Streamline network upgrades and maintenance by having access to the most current software release. Minimize downtime and ensure uninterrupted service delivery for your end-users and business operations.
service provider networks, mission-critical IT environments, high-availability systems
Key Features
Cisco Packet Core System Software Release 21.4
Provides access to the latest network features, performance optimizations, and security patches for your Cisco ASR 5000 series platform.
Subscription Billing Model
Ensures continuous access to software updates and support, allowing for predictable budgeting and ongoing network evolution.
Platform Specific Licensing
Guarantees compatibility and optimal performance by licensing the software specifically for Cisco ASR 5000 series hardware.
Enhanced Network Performance
Optimizes packet processing and data throughput, leading to improved service quality and user experience.
Compliance and Security Updates
Helps maintain regulatory compliance and a strong security posture through regular software updates and patches.
Industry Applications
Telecommunications & Utilities
Essential for mobile network operators and telecommunications providers to manage vast amounts of data traffic, ensure service quality, and comply with strict regulatory standards for network operation.
Government & Public Sector
Public sector entities often manage large-scale communication networks requiring high reliability, security, and compliance with government mandates for data handling and network infrastructure.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies rely on secure, high-performance networks for critical transactions and data processing, where network stability and compliance are paramount.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations increasingly depend on robust internal networks for IoT, automation, and real-time data, requiring reliable packet core functionality for operational efficiency and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco Packet Core System Software Release 21.4?
This is a software release for Cisco's Packet Core System, designed to manage and optimize mobile data traffic. Release 21.4 includes specific features, performance enhancements, and security updates.
What hardware does this license apply to?
Based on the MPN (ASR5K-02-FSR214=), this license is intended for the Cisco ASR 5000 series of packet core platforms.
What does a subscription billing model mean for this license?
A subscription model means you pay periodically (e.g., annually) for the right to use the software and receive ongoing updates and support during the subscription term. This contrasts with a perpetual license.
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.