Cisco NKPFS Security Add-On Software License and Support
Secure your Cisco NKPFS platform with this essential software license and support subscription, providing critical security add-on capabilities for one CPU core.
- Access to Security Features: Unlock advanced security functionalities designed to protect your network infrastructure.
- Continuous Software Support: Receive ongoing software updates and technical assistance to maintain optimal performance and security posture.
- License Compliance: Ensure your deployment adheres to Cisco licensing requirements, avoiding potential penalties and operational disruptions.
- Enhanced Protection: Fortify your platform against emerging threats with specialized security add-on capabilities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a Cisco Network Services Platform (NKPFS) security add-on software license and subscription for product support, designed for a single CPU core. It provides essential security enhancements and ensures you receive continuous software updates and technical assistance from Cisco.
This license is ideal for businesses operating their own IT infrastructure, including SMBs and mid-market companies. It integrates into your existing Cisco NKPFS environment, providing a vital layer of security and support to maintain operational integrity and compliance.
- Security Enhancement: Activates specialized security features on your NKPFS platform.
- Subscription-Based Support: Includes ongoing software updates, patches, and technical assistance from Cisco.
- Per CPU Core Licensing: Priced and licensed based on the number of CPU cores utilized by the platform.
- Platform Integrity: Helps maintain the security and operational stability of your Cisco NKPFS deployment.
- Compliance Assurance: Supports adherence to security best practices and vendor licensing terms.
This Cisco security add-on license and support is the right choice for businesses needing to bolster their platform's defenses and ensure ongoing vendor assistance.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Platform Security Features
Enable teams to activate specialized security functionalities within the Cisco NKPFS platform. Streamline the process of enhancing threat detection and prevention capabilities for critical business data.
on-premises servers, virtualized environments, private cloud deployments, network infrastructure
Ensure Continuous Software Support and Updates
Streamline the maintenance of your Cisco NKPFS platform by ensuring access to the latest software updates and patches. Automate the process of receiving technical assistance from Cisco to resolve issues promptly.
production environments, business-critical applications, IT infrastructure management, ongoing operational support
Maintain Licensing Compliance
Automate the process of adhering to Cisco's licensing requirements for your NKPFS platform. Protect your organization from potential audits and service disruptions by ensuring proper licensing for security add-ons.
corporate IT environments, regulated industries, multi-core server deployments, licensed software assets
Key Features
Security Add-On Functionality
Unlocks specific security features designed to protect your Cisco NKPFS platform from advanced threats.
Product Software Support Subscription
Provides access to software updates, patches, and technical assistance from Cisco for continuous operation and security.
1 CPU Core License
Allows for licensing and deployment tailored to the specific processing power of your infrastructure.
Cisco Vendor Support
Ensures you receive expert technical support directly from the hardware and software manufacturer.
Platform Security Enhancement
Helps maintain a strong security posture for your network services platform, safeguarding business data.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security measures to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulatory standards like PCI DSS and GLBA. This add-on enhances platform security to meet these demands.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must safeguard protected health information (PHI) and adhere to HIPAA regulations. Enhanced security features are critical for maintaining patient data privacy and system integrity.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle sensitive information and are subject to stringent security mandates. This license helps ensure their network infrastructure meets compliance and security requirements.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology environments are increasingly targeted by cyber threats. Securing these platforms is vital to prevent disruptions to production and maintain safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco NKPFS SEC ADD-ON SWLIC&FED PROD SW SUP?
This is a software license and support subscription from Cisco for their Network Services Platform (NKPFS). It provides security add-on features and ensures you receive ongoing software updates and technical support for one CPU core.
What does '1 CPU CORE' mean for licensing?
This license is priced and intended for use on a system with a single CPU core. If your platform utilizes multiple CPU cores, you will need to acquire additional licenses to ensure compliance.
What kind of support is included?
The subscription includes product software support, which typically covers access to software updates, bug fixes, security patches, and technical assistance from Cisco for the licensed platform.
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.