Cisco Premier Perpetual Software for 8000 Type C Device
Unlock advanced network capabilities with Cisco Premier Perpetual Software for your 8000 Type C devices, ensuring long-term operational continuity and feature access.
- Continuous Operation: Ensures your network infrastructure remains fully functional and supported indefinitely.
- Full Feature Access: Grants access to all advanced software features and functionalities of the Cisco 8000 Series.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain regulatory compliance by ensuring your network software is up-to-date and licensed.
- Predictable Investment: Perpetual licensing offers a one-time purchase for ongoing software access without recurring subscription fees.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a perpetual software license for Cisco 8000 Type C devices, granting permanent access to the platform's advanced features and ongoing software updates. It ensures your network infrastructure is equipped with the latest capabilities and remains compliant with industry standards.
Designed for businesses that require robust and reliable network performance, this license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals overseeing SMB and mid-market environments. It integrates directly into your existing Cisco 8000 Series hardware, providing a foundational layer for critical network operations.
- Perpetual Software Rights: Own the software license indefinitely, eliminating recurring subscription costs.
- Access to Premier Features: Unlock the full suite of advanced functionalities and performance enhancements.
- Ongoing Software Updates: Receive necessary updates and patches to maintain security and operational efficiency.
- Hardware Compatibility: Specifically designed for Cisco 8000 Type C Series devices.
- Simplified Licensing: A one-time purchase provides clear and predictable software entitlement.
This perpetual software license is the ideal choice for businesses seeking a stable, feature-rich, and cost-effective solution for their Cisco 8000 Series network infrastructure.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Features
Enable teams to deploy and utilize the full spectrum of advanced routing, switching, and security features available on the Cisco 8000 Type C platform. This ensures optimal network performance and supports complex business application requirements.
high-performance networking, data center operations, campus network backbone, edge computing deployments
Ensure Long-Term Operational Stability
Streamline network management by securing perpetual software rights, guaranteeing continued access to essential features and updates for the lifespan of the hardware. This reduces operational overhead and the risk of service interruptions.
mission-critical infrastructure, business continuity planning, long-term IT asset management, stable network environments
Maintain Regulatory Compliance
Automate compliance efforts by ensuring your network software is always current with vendor-provided updates and patches. This perpetual license helps meet industry regulations and security standards without the need for constant subscription renewals.
regulated industries, security-focused operations, audit readiness, data integrity requirements
Key Features
Perpetual License
Own the software rights indefinitely, eliminating recurring subscription costs and providing long-term value.
Premier Software Features
Unlock the full suite of advanced functionalities for enhanced network performance, security, and management.
Software Updates and Patches
Receive necessary updates to maintain security, fix bugs, and ensure compatibility with evolving network demands.
Cisco 8000 Type C Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration and optimal performance with your specific Cisco hardware investment.
One-Time Purchase Model
Simplifies procurement and budgeting with a clear, upfront investment for ongoing software access.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector demands high availability, robust security, and compliance with stringent financial regulations, all of which are supported by advanced, continuously updated network software.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations require reliable network performance for critical patient data and systems, along with adherence to HIPAA and other data privacy regulations, making stable and secure software essential.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments rely on consistent network connectivity for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, necessitating dependable software that supports real-time data processing and automation.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have long deployment cycles and strict security mandates, benefiting from perpetual licensing that ensures long-term access to necessary features and compliance updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a perpetual software license?
A perpetual software license grants you the right to use the software indefinitely. Unlike subscription licenses, there are no recurring fees for the software itself, though support and maintenance contracts may be separate.
Does this license include ongoing support?
This listing is for the perpetual software license only. Cisco offers separate support contracts (e.g., SMARTnet) that provide technical assistance, hardware replacement, and access to software updates. These are typically purchased in conjunction with the license.
What is a 'Type C' device in the Cisco 8000 series?
Type C typically refers to a specific form factor or feature set within the Cisco 8000 Series routers, often indicating a particular deployment scenario or hardware configuration. The MPN '8KSW-PRM-C-P' confirms compatibility with this specific variant.
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.