Cisco PNR 11.X SMART DHCP/DNS - 2 Million IP Nodes License
This Cisco PNR 11.X SMART DHCP/DNS license provides essential network management capabilities for up to 2 million IP nodes, ensuring reliable and efficient IP address allocation.
- Scalable IP Management: Supports environments requiring up to 2 million IP addresses, ideal for growing businesses.
- Enhanced Network Stability: Ensures consistent and reliable DHCP and DNS services, minimizing network disruptions.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain accurate IP address records for regulatory and operational needs.
- Feature Access: Unlocks advanced features and capacity for critical network services.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco PNR 11.X SMART DHCP/DNS license is a subscription-based software entitlement designed to manage large-scale IP address allocation and resolution for business networks. This license specifically enables the management of up to 2 million IP nodes, providing the capacity needed for complex and expansive IT infrastructures.
This licensing is crucial for IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market to enterprise organizations who are responsible for the stability, security, and compliance of their network services. It integrates into existing Cisco network platforms, ensuring that core services like DHCP and DNS operate efficiently and without interruption.
- Extensive IP Address Capacity: Manages up to 2 million IP nodes, suitable for large organizations.
- Core Network Service Functionality: Enables critical DHCP and DNS services for network operations.
- Subscription-Based Model: Provides access to software features and updates on a recurring basis.
- Platform Software License: Applies to specific Cisco software platforms requiring this entitlement.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamlines IP address management and reduces manual configuration overhead.
This Cisco license is the right choice for mid-market and enterprise teams needing robust, scalable IP address management without the complexity of enterprise-level hardware procurement.
What This Enables
Enable Large Scale IP Address Management
Enable teams to efficiently manage and allocate IP addresses for up to 2 million devices within their network. Streamline the process of onboarding new devices and users, ensuring seamless network integration.
large corporate networks, multi-site organizations, data center operations, campus environments
Ensure Continuous DNS Resolution
Automate and optimize DNS resolution services to guarantee consistent access to network resources and external services. Protect against DNS-related outages that can halt business operations.
business-critical application hosting, cloud-integrated environments, remote workforce support, high-availability infrastructure
Maintain Network Compliance and Auditing
Support regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate and auditable records of IP address assignments and network configurations. Protect against penalties associated with improper network management.
regulated industry operations, government contract fulfillment, internal IT policy enforcement, security posture management
Key Features
2 Million IP Node Capacity
Supports extensive device counts, allowing organizations to scale their network without immediate licensing constraints.
SMART DHCP/DNS Functionality
Provides intelligent and automated IP address assignment and name resolution, reducing manual effort and potential errors.
Subscription Licensing
Offers predictable costs and access to the latest software features and updates, ensuring the network remains current.
Cisco Platform Integration
Leverages existing Cisco infrastructure investments for seamless integration and management of core network services.
Enhanced Network Stability
Minimizes network downtime and connectivity issues by ensuring reliable performance of critical IP services.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly stable and compliant network operations to manage sensitive data and transactions, making robust DHCP/DNS management critical for uptime and security.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers rely on uninterrupted network connectivity for patient care systems and data management, necessitating reliable IP services to avoid disruptions in critical operations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often involve a large number of connected devices and systems, requiring scalable IP management solutions to ensure smooth operation of production lines and logistics.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage vast networks with numerous users and devices, demanding efficient IP address allocation and DNS resolution to support learning, research, and administrative functions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco PNR 11.X SMART DHCP/DNS?
This refers to a version of Cisco's network management software focused on Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS) services. The 'SMART' designation implies intelligent automation and optimization capabilities. The license enables management for a specific number of IP nodes.
What does '2 Million IP Nodes' mean?
This indicates the maximum number of IP addresses that can be managed by the DHCP and DNS services under this specific license. It is a measure of the scale and capacity of the network services enabled by the license.
Is this a perpetual or subscription license?
This product is a subscription-based license, meaning it is valid for a defined term and requires renewal to continue access to the software features and support.
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.