Cisco DEFENSEPRO X90-40G License Fixed SMS-1
The Cisco DEFENSEPRO X90-40G License Fixed SMS-1 provides essential security platform licensing, ensuring your network infrastructure remains protected and compliant.
- Continuous Protection: Ensures ongoing access to critical security updates and threat intelligence.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks advanced security capabilities for the DEFENSEPRO X90-40G platform.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet regulatory requirements by maintaining an up-to-date security posture.
- Operational Stability: Guarantees continued functionality and support for your network security investments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software license or subscription for the Cisco DEFENSEPRO X90-40G security appliance. It provides the necessary entitlement to operate and receive updates for the device's security features, ensuring continuous protection against evolving threats.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this license integrates into your existing network security stack. It is essential for maintaining the operational integrity and security posture of your business's critical infrastructure.
- Platform Licensing: Enables the core security functions of the Cisco DEFENSEPRO X90-40G.
- Subscription Term: Provides access to features and updates for a defined period.
- Security Updates: Ensures the platform is protected against the latest cyber threats.
- Feature Access: Unlocks advanced security capabilities for enhanced network defense.
- Compliance Support: Aids in meeting industry and regulatory security mandates.
This Cisco license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to maintain advanced network security without enterprise-level complexity.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to deploy and maintain state-of-the-art intrusion prevention and denial-of-service mitigation capabilities. Streamline the process of protecting critical business assets from sophisticated cyberattacks.
on-premises network infrastructure, dedicated security appliances, perimeter defense systems
Ensure Software Compliance and Updates
Automate the renewal and management of essential software licenses to prevent service interruptions and security gaps. Maintain compliance with vendor licensing agreements and access the latest security patches.
network security hardware, subscription-based software entitlements, IT asset management
Maintain Regulatory Security Standards
Support teams in meeting stringent industry and government compliance mandates for network security and data protection. Provide auditable proof of an up-to-date and effectively managed security posture.
regulated industry environments, data privacy requirements, security audit readiness
Key Features
Platform Software License
Grants the right to use and operate the Cisco DEFENSEPRO X90-40G security platform.
Subscription Billing
Provides predictable operational expenses with ongoing access to features and updates.
Fixed License Model
Ensures a specific capacity or feature set is permanently licensed for the device.
Security Feature Access
Unlocks advanced threat detection, prevention, and mitigation capabilities.
Continuous Updates
Protects against emerging threats with regular software patches and intelligence feeds.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat protection essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating strong security measures to safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) and ensure system availability.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle highly confidential client information, demanding advanced security to prevent data breaches and maintain client trust.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, requiring specialized security solutions to prevent operational disruption and ensure safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this license?
This is a fixed license, meaning it is tied to the specific hardware platform. The subscription aspect typically refers to the period during which you receive software updates and support, which is often annual or multi-year.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco DEFENSEPRO X90-40G security appliance, indicated by the 'X90-40G' in the product title.
What happens when the subscription term ends?
When the subscription term ends, you will typically lose access to software updates, security intelligence feeds, and technical support. It is crucial to renew the subscription to maintain the security and functionality of your DEFENSEPRO appliance.
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.