Cisco Small Cell to Controller Connection License
This Cisco platform license enables the connection of one small cell device to its designated controller, ensuring full network functionality and feature access for your business operations.
- License Activation: Grants the entitlement to connect a single Cisco small cell unit to its management controller.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks the necessary software capabilities for the small cell to operate and integrate with the network infrastructure.
- Subscription Term: Provides access for the duration of the subscription, ensuring continuous compliance and operation.
- Network Integration: Facilitates the secure and compliant integration of wireless access points into your core network.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco platform software license, identified by MPN USC8088-MSW-X-M-K9, is a subscription-based entitlement required to connect a single Cisco small cell to its central controller. It unlocks the essential software features and capabilities needed for the small cell to function correctly within your Cisco network environment.
This license is designed for IT professionals and IT managers within small to mid-market businesses who are responsible for deploying and managing wireless network infrastructure. It ensures that your wireless access points are properly licensed and integrated, maintaining network integrity and operational efficiency without the need for extensive IT overhead.
- Connectivity Assurance: Guarantees the ability to link one small cell device to its controller.
- Software Access: Provides the necessary software rights for full small cell functionality.
- Subscription Model: Offers predictable costs and continuous access through a recurring billing cycle.
- Network Scalability: Supports the phased deployment of wireless coverage by licensing individual access points.
- Compliance Ready: Ensures your network adheres to Cisco's licensing requirements for small cell deployment.
This Cisco license is the ideal solution for businesses needing to expand wireless coverage, ensuring compliance and full functionality for their network infrastructure.
What This Enables
Enable Small Cell Network Integration
Enable teams to connect and activate new Cisco small cell devices within their existing network infrastructure. Streamline the process of adding wireless access points to enhance coverage and capacity for employees and guests.
office environments, retail spaces, hospitality venues, healthcare clinics
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Automate the process of maintaining accurate software licensing for wireless network hardware. Prevent potential service interruptions or compliance violations by ensuring all connected small cells are properly licensed.
businesses with IT audit requirements, organizations managing distributed sites, companies with BYOD policies
Unlock Full Small Cell Features
Grant access to all operational features and management capabilities of Cisco small cells by securing the necessary connection license. Ensure optimal performance and integration with the central controller for advanced network management.
IT departments focused on network performance, businesses requiring centralized wireless management, organizations deploying advanced Wi-Fi solutions
Key Features
Subscription-based licensing
Provides predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software rights for the licensed term.
Single small cell connection entitlement
Allows for precise licensing of individual wireless access points as needed for network expansion.
Enables controller connectivity
Ensures the small cell can be managed and monitored centrally, improving network oversight and control.
Cisco platform software
Guarantees compatibility and integration with the broader Cisco networking ecosystem.
MPN USC8088-MSW-X-M-K9
Provides a clear identifier for procurement and asset management within your IT environment.
Industry Applications
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Reliable wireless connectivity is critical for patient care systems, real-time data access for medical staff, and secure communication within hospitals and clinics.
Finance & Insurance
Secure and consistent wireless access is essential for trading floors, customer service operations, and protecting sensitive financial data in offices and branches.
Retail & Hospitality
Enhanced Wi-Fi coverage improves customer experience, supports mobile point-of-sale systems, and enables guest connectivity in hotels, restaurants, and retail stores.
Education & Research
Universities and schools require robust wireless networks to support student and faculty devices, online learning platforms, and research activities across campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco small cell?
A Cisco small cell is a low-power cellular base station that improves wireless coverage and capacity in a localized area, often used to supplement existing macro networks or provide indoor coverage.
Why do I need a license to connect a small cell to a controller?
This license provides the necessary software entitlement from Cisco, allowing the small cell to communicate with and be managed by its designated controller. It ensures compliance and unlocks the full functionality of the device within your network.
What is the term of this license?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is valid for a defined period, typically one year or longer, as specified at the time of purchase. Renewal ensures continued operation and support.
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.