Cisco Private 5G Platform Licensing
Secure access to Cisco's Private 5G platform capabilities through a flexible subscription license, enabling advanced wireless networking for your business operations.
- Platform Access: Entitlement to utilize the core features and functionalities of the Cisco Private 5G platform.
- Subscription Term: Provides continuous access to the platform's capabilities for the duration of the subscription period.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks advanced wireless networking features essential for modern business operations.
- Operational Continuity: Ensures ongoing access to critical private 5G services and management tools.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Private 5G platform license provides subscription-based access to advanced wireless networking capabilities. It enables businesses to deploy and manage their own private 5G networks, offering enhanced connectivity, security, and performance for critical applications.
Designed for IT Managers and Business Owners within SMB and mid-market organizations, this platform license integrates into existing IT infrastructure. It supports the deployment of private wireless networks that can serve a variety of business-critical functions, from operational technology to enhanced employee connectivity.
- Core Platform Access: Grants the right to use the Cisco Private 5G platform software.
- Subscription Billing: Operates on a recurring subscription model for predictable budgeting.
- Network Management: Enables centralized control and monitoring of private 5G network resources.
- Enhanced Connectivity: Supports high-bandwidth, low-latency wireless communication for business-critical devices and applications.
- Scalable Deployment: Allows for the expansion of private wireless coverage as business needs grow.
This Cisco Private 5G platform license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to build and manage their own advanced wireless networks.
What This Enables
Enable Private 5G Network Deployment
Enable teams to deploy and manage a dedicated private 5G network tailored to their specific operational requirements. Streamline connectivity for critical business applications and devices with enhanced security and performance.
organizations with on-premises operations, businesses requiring dedicated wireless coverage, teams managing IoT deployments, companies seeking enhanced network segmentation
Enhance Operational Technology Connectivity
Streamline the connection of industrial equipment and operational technology (OT) devices to a secure, high-performance private 5G network. Automate data collection and device management for improved efficiency and real-time insights.
manufacturing facilities, logistics hubs, warehouse operations, industrial automation environments
Support Advanced Mobile Workforce Needs
Automate the provision of high-speed, reliable wireless connectivity for employees and mobile devices across campus or facility environments. Enable teams to access critical applications and data securely from anywhere within the private network.
enterprise campuses, large office complexes, distributed workforces, organizations with high mobile device density
Key Features
Private 5G Platform Software
Provides the core software and management tools necessary to establish and operate a private 5G network for your business.
Subscription Licensing
Offers predictable, recurring costs for platform access, aligning expenses with operational usage and budget cycles.
Network Management and Control
Enables centralized monitoring, configuration, and management of the private 5G network, simplifying operations.
Enhanced Wireless Performance
Delivers high bandwidth and low latency connectivity, crucial for demanding business applications and real-time operations.
Security and Segmentation
Allows for the creation of a secure, isolated wireless network, enhancing data protection and compliance for sensitive operations.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Enables enhanced connectivity for industrial IoT devices, automation systems, and real-time operational monitoring, crucial for efficiency and predictive maintenance.
Logistics & Transportation
Supports high-bandwidth, low-latency communication for tracking assets, managing warehouse operations, and optimizing fleet management with real-time data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Facilitates secure, reliable wireless connectivity for medical devices, remote patient monitoring, and critical hospital operations requiring high availability.
Retail & Hospitality
Improves in-store customer experiences, enables efficient inventory management, and supports advanced point-of-sale systems with dedicated wireless infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a private 5G platform license?
A private 5G platform license grants your organization the right to use Cisco's software and capabilities to build and manage your own dedicated 5G wireless network. This is separate from public mobile carrier networks.
What kind of hardware does this license apply to?
This license is for the Cisco Private 5G platform software. The specific Cisco hardware required to build out the private 5G network will be a separate consideration and is not included with this platform license.
How is the billing model structured?
This is a subscription-based billing model, meaning you pay a recurring fee for access to the platform's features and capabilities over a defined term.
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.