Cisco SEC EA 2.0 CHOICE FTD for ISR 29XX IPS
The Cisco SEC EA 2.0 CHOICE FTD for ISR 29XX IPS provides essential threat defense capabilities, ensuring continuous protection for your business network infrastructure.
- Access to: Advanced threat detection and prevention features for your Cisco ISR routers.
- Coverage for: Ongoing software updates and security intelligence feeds to counter emerging threats.
- Protection against: Exploits and malware that could disrupt business operations or compromise sensitive data.
- Entitlement to: Continued access to Cisco's security features, maintaining compliance and operational integrity.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software subscription for Cisco's Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) integrated into specific Cisco ISR 29XX routers, providing advanced intrusion prevention system (IPS) capabilities. It unlocks enhanced security features designed to protect your network perimeter and internal segments from sophisticated cyber threats.
This license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who rely on Cisco ISR routers for their network edge. It ensures their security hardware remains up-to-date with the latest threat intelligence and defense mechanisms, crucial for maintaining business continuity and data integrity.
- Advanced Threat Defense: Unlocks next-generation firewall and intrusion prevention capabilities.
- Continuous Updates: Ensures access to the latest security intelligence and software patches.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet regulatory requirements for network security and data protection.
- Operational Continuity: Minimizes risk of downtime caused by security breaches or malware.
- Integrated Security: Leverages existing Cisco ISR hardware for a unified security posture.
This Cisco security subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to enhance their network defenses without the overhead of separate security appliances.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to deploy next-generation firewall and intrusion prevention capabilities on their Cisco ISR routers. Streamline threat detection and response to protect against sophisticated attacks.
network edge security, perimeter defense, integrated threat management, business continuity
Ensure Continuous Security Updates
Streamline the process of staying protected by ensuring continuous access to the latest security intelligence and software updates. Automate the maintenance of an effective defense posture against emerging threats.
proactive security management, risk mitigation, operational stability, compliance adherence
Maintain Regulatory Compliance
Enable teams to meet stringent regulatory and industry compliance requirements for network security and data protection. Protect sensitive business and customer data from unauthorized access and breaches.
data privacy mandates, industry security standards, audit readiness, risk management
Key Features
Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD)
Provides advanced threat detection, prevention, and response capabilities directly on your Cisco ISR router.
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Actively identifies and blocks malicious network traffic and exploits before they can impact your business operations.
Subscription Licensing
Ensures continuous access to the latest security intelligence, software updates, and feature enhancements for ongoing protection.
ISR 29XX Series Compatibility
Designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing Cisco ISR 29XX routers, maximizing your current hardware investment.
Security Effectiveness (SEC) EA 2.0
Offers a streamlined licensing model for essential security capabilities, simplifying procurement and management for businesses.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat defense essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA, necessitating strong network security measures to prevent breaches and ensure data integrity.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, requiring advanced security to prevent data exfiltration and maintain client trust and privilege.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology (OT) networks are increasingly targeted; securing these environments is critical to prevent operational disruption and ensure safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco SEC EA 2.0 CHOICE FTD for ISR 29XX IPS?
It is a subscription license that enables advanced threat defense features, including intrusion prevention, on specific Cisco ISR 29XX routers. This ensures your network perimeter is protected against modern cyber threats.
What kind of threats does this license help protect against?
This license provides protection against a wide range of threats including malware, exploits, network intrusions, and advanced persistent threats (APTs) by leveraging Cisco's threat intelligence and IPS capabilities.
How long is the license term?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is active for a defined term, typically one or more years. Renewal ensures continued access to security updates and features.
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.