Cisco User Plane Function (UPF) Base Minimum License
This Cisco User Plane Function (UPF) base minimum license provides essential capabilities for managing your 5G network traffic.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to core UPF functionalities.
- Billing Model: Annual subscription ensures predictable operational expenses.
- Platform Applicability: Designed for Cisco's 5G core network infrastructure.
- Key Value: Enables compliance and unlocks critical traffic management features.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software license for Cisco's User Plane Function (UPF), representing the base minimum offering. It provides the foundational capabilities required for managing and directing user data traffic within a 5G network environment. The subscription model ensures continuous access to these essential features and any updates.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market organizations utilize this license to ensure their 5G network infrastructure is compliant and operates efficiently. It integrates with Cisco's 5G core solutions, providing the necessary software layer for data plane processing and policy enforcement.
- Core UPF Functionality: Unlocks essential data packet processing and forwarding capabilities.
- Subscription Access: Provides continuous access to licensed features and software updates.
- Network Compliance: Helps meet regulatory and operational requirements for 5G data handling.
- Scalable Foundation: Offers a base level of functionality that can be expanded upon.
- Cisco Integration: Designed to work seamlessly within the Cisco 5G core ecosystem.
This Cisco UPF license is ideal for mid-market organizations needing a compliant and functional base for their 5G data plane operations.
What This Enables
Enable Core 5G Data Traffic Management
Enable teams to manage and direct user data packets within the 5G network. Streamline the forwarding of traffic according to established network policies and quality of service parameters.
5G network deployment, core network infrastructure, data plane operations, network function virtualization
Ensure Network Compliance and Policy Enforcement
Automate adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies for user data handling. Protect against non-compliance by ensuring all traffic management functions are properly licensed and configured.
telecommunications infrastructure, regulated environments, network policy management, operational integrity
Provide Foundational UPF Capabilities
Streamline the deployment of essential User Plane Functionality without the overhead of enterprise-level licensing complexity. Access a defined set of features critical for initial 5G service rollout.
new service deployment, infrastructure modernization, phased network rollout, core service enablement
Key Features
User Plane Functionality
Manages and directs user data traffic efficiently within the 5G network.
Subscription Licensing
Provides continuous access to features and updates with predictable costs.
Base Minimum Offering
Delivers essential capabilities required for core 5G data plane operations.
Cisco Ecosystem Compatibility
Ensures seamless integration with other Cisco 5G core network elements.
Compliance Support
Helps meet regulatory and operational standards for data traffic management.
Industry Applications
Telecommunications & Mobile Carriers
This license is fundamental for mobile network operators deploying and managing 5G core infrastructure, directly enabling user data traffic management.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial organizations implementing private 5G networks for operational efficiency require robust UPF capabilities to manage device communication and data flow.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies and public sector entities deploying secure, high-performance networks for critical services need compliant UPF solutions.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers utilizing 5G for remote patient monitoring, telemedicine, and data transmission require reliable and secure user plane functions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a User Plane Function (UPF)?
The User Plane Function (UPF) is a key component of a 5G core network responsible for handling the actual data traffic of users. It forwards packets, enforces policy, and ensures quality of service.
What does 'Base Minimum' mean for this license?
The 'Base Minimum' indicates that this license provides the fundamental, essential features of the UPF. It is designed to cover core functionalities required for basic operation and compliance.
Is this a perpetual or subscription license?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning you pay a recurring fee for access to the software and its features over a defined term.
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.