Cisco Secure Package SMS-1 Subscription for Alteon VA
Secure your network infrastructure with the Cisco Secure Package SMS-1 subscription, providing essential security updates and support for your Alteon VA platform.
- Continuous Security Updates: Access to the latest threat intelligence and security patches to protect against emerging cyber threats.
- Feature Enhancements: Unlock advanced security capabilities designed to strengthen your network's defense posture.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain regulatory compliance by ensuring your security configurations meet industry standards.
- Operational Stability: Guarantee uninterrupted service and optimal performance of your Alteon VA with ongoing vendor support.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software subscription for Cisco's Secure Package SMS-1, specifically designed for the Alteon VA (Virtual Appliance) platform. It provides ongoing access to security updates, threat intelligence, and feature enhancements, ensuring your network security remains current and effective.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this subscription to maintain the security posture of their critical network infrastructure. It integrates directly with their existing Alteon VA deployments, offering a vital layer of protection and operational continuity.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Stay ahead of evolving cyber threats with regular security updates and patches.
- Enhanced Security Features: Gain access to specialized security modules and configurations for robust network defense.
- Subscription-Based Licensing: Predictable costs and continuous access to the latest security software.
- Vendor Support: Benefit from Cisco's technical expertise and support for your security solutions.
- Compliance Readiness: Assist in meeting regulatory requirements through up-to-date security measures.
This subscription is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to fortify their network security without the overhead of enterprise-level security teams.
What This Enables
Enable continuous threat protection
Enable teams to stay ahead of emerging cyber threats by providing timely security patches and threat intelligence updates. This ensures the network remains resilient against new attack vectors.
cloud-hosted applications, on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized network infrastructure
Streamline security feature access
Streamline the process of accessing and deploying advanced security features for the Alteon VA platform. This allows IT professionals to quickly enhance their network's defense capabilities.
network security modernization, application delivery optimization, secure remote access, multi-factor authentication deployment
Automate compliance and reporting
Automate aspects of security compliance by ensuring the Alteon VA is running with the latest security configurations and vendor-approved updates. This simplifies adherence to industry regulations.
regulatory compliance initiatives, data privacy management, security audit preparation, risk mitigation strategies
Key Features
Regular Security Updates
Protects against the latest known vulnerabilities and malware, reducing the risk of security breaches.
Access to New Security Features
Enhances the network's defense capabilities with the latest security technologies and configurations.
Subscription Model
Provides predictable costs and continuous access to software updates and support, simplifying budget management.
Cisco Vendor Support
Offers access to expert technical assistance for security-related issues, ensuring prompt resolution.
Compliance Assistance
Helps organizations meet regulatory requirements by maintaining an up-to-date and secure network environment.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security measures and continuous updates to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must adhere to strict data privacy regulations such as HIPAA, necessitating robust security to protect Electronic Health Records (EHR) and patient information.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses handle significant volumes of payment card data, requiring continuous security updates to maintain PCI DSS compliance and prevent fraud.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often face sophisticated cyber threats and must maintain high security standards to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive citizen data, often guided by specific mandates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this subscription?
Subscription terms can vary. Please refer to the specific purchase details or contact Zent Networks for available options. The subscription provides continuous access to updates and support for its duration.
What does 'Alteon VA' refer to?
Alteon VA refers to Cisco's virtual appliance version of their Application Delivery Controller (ADC) platform. This subscription is specifically for the software running on that virtualized environment.
Does this subscription include hardware support?
This is a software subscription and license for the Alteon VA platform. It covers the software features and updates. Hardware support for the underlying infrastructure would be managed separately.
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.