Cisco VDP Foundation Enterprise to Advanced Enterprise Platform Upgrade
Upgrade your Cisco VDP Foundation Enterprise license to Advanced Enterprise, unlocking enhanced security and management features for your business network.
- Enhanced Security: Gain access to advanced threat detection and policy enforcement capabilities.
- Expanded Management: Unlock deeper visibility and control over your network infrastructure.
- Feature Unlock: Enable advanced features previously unavailable in the Foundation tier.
- Compliance Support: Ensure your network meets evolving regulatory and security standards.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a Cisco software license upgrade that moves your existing VDP Foundation Enterprise deployment to the Advanced Enterprise platform. It unlocks a higher tier of features and capabilities designed for more demanding network environments.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in small to mid-sized businesses utilize this upgrade to enhance their network security posture, gain more granular control over their infrastructure, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. It integrates directly into existing Cisco VDP environments.
- Advanced Threat Intelligence: Access to real-time threat feeds and sophisticated analysis.
- Granular Policy Control: Implement fine-grained security policies across your network.
- Extended Visibility: Gain deeper insights into network traffic and user behavior.
- Automated Response: Configure automated actions for detected security events.
- Scalable Performance: Support for larger, more complex network deployments.
This license upgrade provides essential advanced capabilities for businesses needing to strengthen their network security and operational efficiency without the overhead of enterprise-scale solutions.
What This Enables
Unlock Advanced Security Features
Enable teams to deploy more sophisticated threat detection and prevention mechanisms. Streamline the implementation of granular security policies across diverse network segments.
on-premises data centers, hybrid cloud environments, distributed branch offices, virtualized network infrastructure
Enhance Network Visibility and Control
Automate the monitoring of network traffic patterns and user activities for better security insights. Streamline the process of managing complex network configurations and access controls.
multi-site operations, regulated compliance environments, business continuity planning, IT modernization initiatives
Meet Evolving Compliance Requirements
Ensure your network infrastructure adheres to stringent industry regulations and data privacy mandates. Provide auditable logs and reporting for compliance verification purposes.
data-sensitive operations, secure communication channels, internal policy enforcement, risk management frameworks
Key Features
Advanced Threat Detection
Proactively identify and mitigate sophisticated cyber threats before they impact operations.
Granular Policy Enforcement
Implement precise security rules to control access and data flow, reducing unauthorized activity.
Expanded Network Visibility
Gain deeper insights into network performance and security events for faster troubleshooting.
Automated Security Workflows
Reduce manual effort and response times by automating security actions based on predefined triggers.
Centralized Management Console
Simplify the administration of security policies and network configurations from a single interface.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance features to protect sensitive customer data and meet strict regulatory requirements like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating advanced data protection, access controls, and audit trails provided by higher-tier security platforms.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle highly confidential client information, demanding strong security measures and compliance with data privacy laws to prevent breaches.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks; advanced security features are crucial to protect operational technology (OT) and ensure business continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between VDP Foundation Enterprise and Advanced Enterprise?
The Advanced Enterprise license tier unlocks a significantly broader set of security features, deeper network visibility, more granular policy controls, and advanced automation capabilities compared to the Foundation Enterprise tier.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This is a subscription-based license. It provides ongoing access to the Advanced Enterprise features and any associated software updates and support from Cisco for the duration of the subscription term.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This is a platform software license for Cisco's VDP (Virtual Data Protection) solution. It applies to the virtualized or hardware appliances running the VDP software, enabling advanced features on those platforms.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
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.