Cisco SD-Branch Large Scale VNF Subscription
This Cisco SD-Branch VNF subscription provides advanced network management and performance for large-scale deployments, ensuring optimal connectivity for your business operations.
- Access to Advanced Features: Unlock the full potential of Cisco's SD-WAN capabilities for complex network environments.
- Continuous Updates: Benefit from ongoing software enhancements and security patches to maintain a modern and secure network infrastructure.
- Scalable Performance: Supports high-throughput environments with over 1001 Mbps capacity, ideal for demanding business applications.
- Subscription-Based Licensing: Predictable operational expense with a flexible subscription model for easy budgeting and management.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a Cisco VNF (Virtual Network Function) subscription for large-scale SD-Branch deployments, providing over 1001 Mbps throughput. It enables advanced software-defined networking capabilities, allowing businesses to manage and optimize their branch office networks efficiently and securely.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this subscription is ideal for organizations with multiple branch locations or high bandwidth demands. It integrates into existing network infrastructures, simplifying management and enhancing performance without requiring extensive hardware overhauls.
- Virtual Network Function: Deploy Cisco's powerful SD-WAN features as a virtualized service.
- High Throughput: Engineered for demanding environments with over 1001 Mbps capacity.
- Subscription Licensing: Flexible, operational expense model for predictable costs.
- Centralized Management: Simplify network operations through a unified management platform.
- Enhanced Security: Leverage Cisco's security features to protect your branch network.
This Cisco VNF subscription offers a cost-effective and scalable solution for businesses needing robust SD-WAN capabilities without the overhead of traditional hardware deployments.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Branch Network Capabilities
Enable teams to deploy and manage sophisticated SD-WAN features across multiple branch locations. Streamline network configuration and policy enforcement for improved operational efficiency.
multi-site deployments, distributed workforce, centralized IT management, high-performance networking
Optimize Network Performance and Throughput
Streamline network traffic routing and application prioritization to ensure critical business applications receive the necessary bandwidth. Automate performance monitoring and identify bottlenecks for proactive issue resolution.
high-bandwidth applications, real-time communication, data-intensive operations, cloud-based services
Simplify Network Operations and Management
Automate routine network tasks such as provisioning, configuration, and policy updates across all branch sites. Enable IT staff to focus on strategic initiatives rather than day-to-day network maintenance.
growing businesses, IT resource constraints, standardized network deployments, remote site management
Key Features
Virtual Network Function (VNF)
Deploy advanced SD-WAN capabilities as software, reducing hardware costs and simplifying deployment.
High Throughput (1001+ Mbps)
Support demanding business applications and high volumes of data traffic with ample bandwidth.
Subscription-Based Licensing
Manage IT expenses with a predictable operational cost model that includes software updates and support.
Centralized Management Platform
Gain visibility and control over your entire branch network from a single interface, reducing operational complexity.
Ongoing Software Updates
Maintain a secure and up-to-date network with continuous access to the latest features and security patches.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable network connectivity to handle sensitive data and ensure compliance with strict regulatory standards like PCI DSS and SOX.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses often operate numerous locations requiring consistent network performance for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer-facing services.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers need robust and high-performance networks to support operational technology (OT), supply chain management, and real-time data processing across distributed sites.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must maintain secure, compliant, and always-on networks to support patient care systems, electronic health records (EHR), and telehealth services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a VNF for SD-Branch?
A Virtual Network Function (VNF) for SD-Branch allows you to run network services, like SD-WAN, as software on standard hardware or in virtualized environments, offering flexibility and scalability.
What kind of businesses benefit most from this subscription?
Businesses with multiple branch locations, high bandwidth needs, or those looking to simplify network management and reduce hardware costs will find this subscription particularly beneficial.
Does this subscription include hardware?
No, this is a software subscription license. It enables the functionality of Cisco's SD-WAN solution, which can be deployed on compatible hardware or virtualized infrastructure.
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.