Cisco System Software Base Throughput License, Per Gbps
This Cisco system software license provides essential base throughput capacity for your network devices, ensuring continued operation and feature access.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to critical network throughput capacity.
- Billing Model: Annual subscription ensures predictable operational expenses.
- Platform Applicability: Designed for Cisco ASR 5000 Series platforms.
- Key Value: Maintains network functionality and compliance with Cisco software requirements.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco System Software Base Throughput License, per Gbps, is a subscription-based entitlement that unlocks essential network capacity for specific Cisco hardware platforms. It ensures your network can handle baseline traffic demands and maintain operational continuity.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to maintain compliance with Cisco's software licensing model and guarantee the fundamental throughput capabilities of their core network infrastructure, such as the ASR 5000 Series.
- Essential Throughput: Grants the fundamental data processing capacity required for network operation.
- Subscription Model: Provides predictable, recurring access to licensed features and capacity.
- Platform Specific: Tailored for compatibility with designated Cisco hardware, like the ASR 5000 Series.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your network adheres to Cisco's software licensing terms.
- Operational Continuity: Prevents service disruptions by maintaining required throughput levels.
This Cisco throughput license is the right choice for businesses needing to maintain essential network capacity and compliance without the overhead of enterprise-level procurement.
What This Enables
Enable Baseline Network Performance
Enable teams to maintain the fundamental data processing capacity required for core network functions. Streamline operations by ensuring your Cisco ASR 5000 Series platform meets its baseline throughput requirements.
core network infrastructure, subscription software, capacity management, operational continuity
Maintain Cisco Software Compliance
Streamline compliance efforts by securing the necessary throughput license for your Cisco hardware. Automate adherence to vendor licensing terms, avoiding potential penalties or service limitations.
vendor licensing, regulatory adherence, IT asset management, subscription services
Support Network Growth and Demand
Enable teams to support predictable traffic demands on their Cisco ASR 5000 Series platform. Ensure continued operation as your business scales and network usage evolves.
network capacity planning, traffic management, infrastructure scaling, service uptime
Key Features
Per Gbps Licensing
Provides granular control over network capacity, allowing businesses to license only the throughput they require.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to licensed features and capacity.
Cisco ASR 5000 Series Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration and proper functioning with your existing Cisco network hardware.
Base Throughput Entitlement
Guarantees essential network performance levels, preventing service degradation and ensuring operational continuity.
Vendor Compliance
Helps maintain adherence to Cisco's software licensing agreements, mitigating risks of audits or service interruptions.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-availability and consistent network performance to handle transaction volumes and comply with strict regulatory data handling requirements.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers depend on reliable network connectivity for patient data access and critical system operations, often governed by HIPAA compliance standards.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations rely on stable network throughput for real-time data processing, machine communication, and supply chain management systems.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses need consistent network performance for point-of-sale systems, customer Wi-Fi, and inventory management to ensure smooth operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a base throughput license?
A base throughput license grants your network device a fundamental level of data processing capacity. This license ensures your Cisco ASR 5000 Series platform can handle essential traffic loads and maintain core network functions.
What does 'per Gbps' mean for this license?
This license is priced and measured based on Gigabits per second (Gbps) of network throughput. You acquire capacity in increments of 1 Gbps, allowing for scalable licensing.
Why is a subscription model used for this license?
The subscription model provides ongoing access to the licensed throughput capacity and associated software updates or support. It offers predictable costs and ensures continuous compliance with Cisco's licensing terms.
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.