Cisco Qumulo Software Subscription for Active Class License
This Cisco Qumulo software subscription license provides continuous access to advanced data management features and ensures ongoing operational compliance for your active class storage environment.
- Subscription Term: Provides access to Qumulo software features and updates for the duration of the subscription.
- Feature Access: Unlocks advanced data management, analytics, and protection capabilities for your Qumulo environment.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your software is up-to-date and meets regulatory requirements for data handling and storage.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees continued access to critical software functions and vendor support for uninterrupted operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Qumulo Software Subscription for Active Class License is a platform licensing agreement that grants your organization the right to use Qumulo's intelligent data management software on your active class hardware. This subscription model ensures you have continuous access to the latest software features, security updates, and essential support, maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.
This license is designed for businesses that utilize Qumulo's storage solutions for their critical data. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who need reliable, feature-rich data management without the overhead of traditional enterprise solutions. The subscription fits seamlessly into your existing IT infrastructure, providing a predictable cost for essential software functionality.
- Continuous Feature Updates: Receive the latest Qumulo software enhancements and new capabilities as they are released.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable, recurring costs for software access and maintenance.
- Compliance Ready: Stay current with software versions that meet evolving data governance and security standards.
- Enhanced Data Management: Access advanced features for data protection, analytics, and operational insights.
- Vendor Support: Entitlement to technical support for software-related issues.
This subscription license is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking predictable costs and continuous access to Qumulo's advanced data management capabilities.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Data Management Features
Enable teams to utilize Qumulo's intelligent data management capabilities, including advanced analytics, data protection, and granular access controls. Streamline data operations and gain deeper insights into storage utilization and performance.
on-premises storage, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive workloads, business continuity planning
Maintain Software Compliance and Security
Streamline compliance efforts by ensuring your Qumulo software is always up-to-date with the latest security patches and regulatory feature enhancements. Automate the process of staying current, reducing the risk of data breaches and audit failures.
regulated industries, data governance policies, risk management frameworks, cybersecurity posture
Ensure Predictable Operational Costs
Automate budget planning with a subscription-based licensing model that provides predictable recurring costs for essential software functionality. Avoid unexpected expenses associated with perpetual license renewals or end-of-life software.
budget-conscious IT departments, long-term IT strategy, operational expense management, financial forecasting
Key Features
Subscription-based licensing
Provides predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software features and updates.
Active Class Software Features
Unlocks advanced data management, analytics, and protection capabilities for your Qumulo storage.
Regular Software Updates
Ensures your system benefits from the latest security patches, performance enhancements, and new functionalities.
Compliance Assurance
Helps maintain adherence to data governance and regulatory requirements through up-to-date software.
Vendor Support Entitlement
Grants access to technical support for software-related issues, ensuring operational continuity.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust data management and strict adherence to compliance regulations like SOX and FINRA, making up-to-date software with advanced security features essential for protecting sensitive client data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must comply with HIPAA and other data privacy laws, necessitating secure, reliable, and auditable data storage solutions that are consistently updated to meet evolving security standards.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle highly confidential client information and often have stringent data retention and security policies, requiring dependable storage management and software that ensures data integrity and protection.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers generate vast amounts of data for operations, IoT, and analytics. They need efficient, scalable storage solutions with continuous software updates to support production workflows and maintain data security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a software subscription license?
A software subscription license grants you the right to use software for a specific period, typically with recurring payments. It includes access to the software, updates, and often vendor support during the subscription term.
What does 'Active Class' refer to?
Active Class typically refers to Qumulo's primary, high-performance storage tier designed for active data that requires frequent access and rapid retrieval.
Why is a subscription better than a perpetual license for my business?
Subscriptions offer predictable costs, continuous access to the latest features and security updates, and often include support, which can be more beneficial for SMBs and mid-market companies managing IT budgets and evolving needs.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.