Cisco ASR920 Series 2 Port 10GE License
This Cisco platform license subscription unlocks 2-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities for your ASR920 Series routers, enhancing network throughput and capacity.
- Enhanced Throughput: Access to 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for increased data transfer speeds.
- Scalable Capacity: Enables higher bandwidth services and supports growing network demands.
- Subscription Term: Provides ongoing access to licensed features for a defined period.
- Platform Compliance: Ensures your network hardware operates with the correct, licensed feature set.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR920 Series 2 Port 10GE License is a software subscription that enables 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity on compatible Cisco ASR920 Series routers. This license unlocks the capability to utilize two 10GE ports, significantly increasing the data throughput and capacity of your network edge devices.
This license is designed for IT professionals and network managers within small to mid-market businesses who need to expand their network's capabilities. It is ideal for organizations looking to upgrade their edge routing infrastructure to support higher bandwidth applications, services, or increased user traffic without a full hardware replacement.
- 10GE Port Activation: Enables two 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on supported ASR920 Series hardware.
- Subscription-Based Access: Provides access to the licensed features for the duration of the subscription term.
- Increased Bandwidth: Facilitates higher data transfer rates for demanding applications and services.
- Network Scalability: Supports network growth by providing the necessary port density and speed.
- Operational Efficiency: Ensures licensed feature compliance and continued functionality of network hardware.
This Cisco license subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to boost their network edge performance and prepare for future bandwidth requirements.
What This Enables
Enable High-Speed Network Edge Connectivity
Enable teams to deploy high-throughput connections at the network edge, supporting demanding applications and services. Streamline data aggregation and distribution with increased port speeds for critical business functions.
organizations with high-traffic network aggregation points, businesses requiring faster data ingress/egress, network infrastructure upgrades, edge computing deployments, service provider edge connectivity
Support Growing Bandwidth Demands
Streamline network operations by providing the necessary bandwidth to accommodate increasing user traffic and data volumes. Automate the process of scaling network capacity to meet evolving business requirements without immediate hardware overhaul.
growing businesses with expanding user bases, organizations adopting cloud-based services, companies implementing new high-bandwidth applications, networks supporting remote workforces, data-intensive operational environments
Future-Proof Network Infrastructure
Enable teams to prepare their network for future technology adoption and increased data loads. Automate the upgrade path for critical network segments, ensuring long-term operational viability and performance.
organizations planning for technology refreshes, businesses anticipating future service expansions, networks requiring sustained performance over time, strategic IT infrastructure planning, proactive network capacity management
Key Features
2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Significantly increases data throughput and capacity at the network edge, enabling faster data transfer and supporting more demanding applications.
Subscription Licensing
Provides flexible, term-based access to the 10GE functionality, allowing for predictable budgeting and easier management of feature lifecycles.
Cisco ASR920 Series Platform
Integrates seamlessly with existing Cisco ASR920 Series infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and leveraging existing network investments.
Enhanced Network Scalability
Allows businesses to scale their network capacity without immediate, costly hardware replacements, supporting growth and evolving service demands.
Operational Compliance
Ensures that the network hardware is operating with the correct, licensed features, maintaining compliance and avoiding potential service interruptions.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-speed, reliable network connectivity for trading, transaction processing, and data analysis, making 10GE essential for their operations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers handle large volumes of sensitive data, including medical imaging and patient records, necessitating high-bandwidth connections for efficient access and transfer.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Modern manufacturing relies on connected systems for automation, IoT devices, and real-time data monitoring, demanding robust network infrastructure with high port speeds.
Education & Research
Universities and research institutions often manage large datasets, high-performance computing clusters, and extensive network traffic, benefiting from increased bandwidth for data-intensive activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco ASR920 Series 2 Port 10GE License?
This is a software subscription license from Cisco that enables two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports on compatible Cisco ASR920 Series routers. It enhances the device's data transfer capabilities and network throughput.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco ASR920 Series routers. The exact compatibility should be verified against the specific ASR920 model and hardware version.
What is the term of the license?
This is a subscription license, meaning it provides access to the enabled features for a defined period, as specified at the time of purchase. Renewal is typically required to maintain access.
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.