Cisco ASR5000/ASR5500 System Software Release 21.1 Subscription
This Cisco ASR5000/ASR5500 system software subscription provides access to Release 21.1, ensuring your network infrastructure operates with the latest features and security patches.
- Access to Latest Features: Unlock advanced capabilities and performance enhancements included in Release 21.1.
- Ongoing Compliance: Maintain adherence to evolving network standards and regulatory requirements.
- Continued Operation: Ensure uninterrupted service and stability for your critical network functions.
- Vendor Support Entitlement: Receive timely updates and technical assistance directly from Cisco.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a subscription license for Cisco's ASR5000 and ASR5500 Series system software, specifically Release 21.1. It grants your organization the right to use and receive updates for this version of the software, ensuring your network devices are running on a supported and feature-rich platform.
This software is designed for businesses that operate Cisco ASR5000 or ASR5500 Series hardware. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals responsible for maintaining the performance, security, and compliance of core network infrastructure within an SMB or mid-market environment.
- Platform Support: Enables the latest system software on Cisco ASR5000 and ASR5500 Series hardware.
- Feature Unlock: Provides access to all new features, performance improvements, and bug fixes in Release 21.1.
- Subscription Billing: Offers a predictable, recurring cost model for software access and updates.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet industry regulations and internal IT policies with up-to-date software.
- Operational Stability: Ensures continued reliable operation of critical network services.
This subscription is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market organizations needing to maintain their Cisco ASR5000/ASR5500 infrastructure with current, supported software.
What This Enables
Enable Latest Network Features and Performance
Enable teams to deploy advanced network services and optimize traffic management by accessing the full suite of features available in Cisco Release 21.1. Streamline network operations with enhanced performance metrics and control capabilities.
Core network infrastructure, high-traffic data environments, service provider edge deployments
Ensure Network Security and Compliance
Automate the process of staying current with security patches and compliance mandates by subscribing to the latest software release. Protect sensitive data and maintain regulatory adherence with up-to-date network software.
Regulated industry networks, data-sensitive operations, security-conscious IT environments
Maintain Operational Stability and Uptime
Protect against unexpected downtime and service disruptions by ensuring your Cisco ASR hardware runs on a stable, vendor-supported software version. Guarantee continuous operation of critical business applications and services.
Business-critical network operations, 24/7 service delivery environments, mission-critical infrastructure
Key Features
Cisco ASR5000/ASR5500 System Software Release 21.1
Access to the latest features, performance enhancements, and security updates for your core network devices.
Subscription Licensing Model
Provides predictable, recurring costs for software access and updates, simplifying budgeting and procurement.
VZW Only Designation
Ensures compatibility and specific optimizations tailored for Verizon Wireless network environments, if applicable to your deployment.
Ongoing Software Updates
Guarantees that your network infrastructure benefits from continuous improvements and critical patches released by Cisco.
Vendor Support Entitlement
Provides access to Cisco's technical support resources for troubleshooting and issue resolution related to the licensed software.
Industry Applications
Telecommunications & Wireless
This software is specifically designed for Cisco's ASR platforms, which are foundational in carrier-grade networks for managing mobile traffic, subscriber services, and network functions. The 'VZW ONLY' designation further emphasizes its relevance to wireless carriers.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly reliable and secure network infrastructure to handle sensitive transactions and maintain compliance with strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX. Up-to-date software ensures network stability and security.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data (PHI) and must comply with HIPAA regulations. A secure, stable, and compliant network infrastructure is critical for protecting this data and ensuring continuous access to patient records.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often operate complex networks that require robust security, reliability, and adherence to specific procurement and operational standards. Maintaining current software ensures system integrity and compliance with mandates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco ASR 5000/5500 System Software Release 21.1?
This is a specific version of the operating software for Cisco's ASR 5000 and ASR 5500 Series network platforms. Release 21.1 includes a set of features, performance improvements, and bug fixes developed by Cisco.
What does a subscription license enable?
A subscription license grants you the right to use the specified software version for a defined period, typically including access to software updates, patches, and vendor support during that term.
What is the 'VZW ONLY' designation?
This indicates that this specific software release and license are intended for use within Verizon Wireless's network infrastructure or by partners specifically authorized by Verizon. It may include carrier-specific configurations or optimizations.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.