Cisco WAE Standard SDN Bundle
The Cisco WAE Standard SDN Bundle provides essential software capabilities for network management and optimization for up to 499 devices over a 3-year term.
- Coverage: Essential software features for network operations.
- Term: 3-year subscription license.
- Capacity: Supports between 1 and 499 devices.
- Value: Enables compliance and efficient network management.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco WAE Standard SDN Bundle is a platform software license subscription designed to unlock key functionalities for Software-Defined Networking (SDN) environments. It provides access to standard features necessary for managing and optimizing network infrastructure within a defined term.
This license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in small to mid-market businesses who require licensed access to Cisco's SDN capabilities. It integrates into existing network architectures, supporting businesses that rely on their IT infrastructure for daily operations.
- Feature Access: Unlocks standard features for SDN management.
- Compliance: Helps maintain licensing compliance with Cisco's software.
- Operational Efficiency: Supports streamlined network operations.
- Scalability: Licensed for environments with 1 to 499 devices.
- Subscription Term: Provides 3 years of access to software features.
This Cisco bundle offers a cost-effective way for SMB and mid-market organizations to access essential SDN capabilities for their business network.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Orchestration
Enable teams to automate routine network tasks and orchestrate complex configurations across their infrastructure. This streamlines operations and reduces the potential for manual errors.
businesses with growing network complexity, organizations standardizing IT operations, companies seeking to improve IT efficiency
Enhance Network Visibility and Control
Streamline the process of gaining deeper insights into network traffic and performance metrics. This allows for proactive identification of issues and better control over network resources.
companies managing distributed network sites, businesses requiring centralized network monitoring, IT departments focused on performance optimization
Ensure Software Licensing Compliance
Automate the tracking and management of software licenses to prevent compliance gaps and potential audit risks. This ensures your organization adheres to vendor licensing terms.
businesses with multiple Cisco network devices, organizations undergoing IT audits, companies with strict regulatory requirements
Key Features
Software-Defined Networking Capabilities
Unlock advanced features for managing and optimizing your network infrastructure through software control.
Subscription Licensing Model
Provides predictable costs and access to software features for a defined 3-year term.
Device Count Flexibility
Supports environments ranging from 1 to 499 devices, allowing for growth and adaptation.
Cisco Vendor Support
Access to Cisco's ecosystem and potential for future software updates and support.
Standard Feature Set
Delivers essential SDN functionalities required for typical business network operations.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly reliable and secure networks to manage sensitive data and ensure compliance with strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must maintain robust network performance and security to support critical patient care systems and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often have complex, distributed networks that benefit from SDN for improved control, automation, and application performance monitoring.
Retail & Hospitality
These sectors rely on consistent network performance for point-of-sale systems, customer Wi-Fi, and inventory management, making SDN optimization valuable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco WAE?
Cisco WAE stands for Wide Area Application Engine. This bundle likely refers to software licenses that enable enhanced application performance and network optimization capabilities within a Software-Defined Networking (SDN) context.
What does 'SDN Bundle' mean?
An SDN Bundle typically includes a set of software licenses and features designed to support Software-Defined Networking principles. This allows for centralized control, automation, and programmability of network infrastructure.
What is the difference between Standard and other WAE bundles?
The 'Standard' designation usually indicates a baseline set of features and capabilities. Higher tiers might offer advanced analytics, more extensive optimization features, or broader integration options.
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.