Nokia SAS Subscription Per Category B CBSD
This Nokia SAS subscription provides essential access and compliance for Category B CBSD devices, ensuring your network operates within regulatory frameworks.
- Access: Entitlement to use Nokia's Spectrum Access System software for CBSD devices.
- Compliance: Ensures your CBSD devices meet FCC regulatory requirements for spectrum usage.
- Operation: Enables continued and lawful operation of your wireless network infrastructure.
- Support: Provides access to necessary software updates and potential vendor support for the licensed period.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Nokia SAS Subscription Per Category B CBSD is a platform software license that grants your organization the right to operate specific types of cellular base stations (CBSDs) within designated spectrum bands. This subscription is crucial for ensuring your network infrastructure adheres to regulatory mandates, particularly those set by the FCC for CBRS spectrum.
This license is designed for businesses that deploy and manage their own wireless network infrastructure, such as private LTE or 5G networks, using CBRS spectrum. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals responsible for network compliance, spectrum management, and ensuring the reliable operation of wireless services for their internal users and operations.
- Spectrum Access: Grants permission to utilize specific CBRS spectrum bands for CBSD operations.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to FCC Part 96 rules and other relevant spectrum regulations.
- Device Enablement: Unlocks the full operational capabilities of Nokia Category B CBSD hardware.
- Subscription Term: Provides licensed access for a defined period, typically annual or multi-year.
- Network Continuity: Supports the ongoing, lawful operation of your private wireless network.
This Nokia SAS subscription is the essential component for SMB and mid-market organizations deploying CBRS-based wireless networks, ensuring compliance and operational integrity.
What This Enables
Enable Compliant CBSD Operation
Enable teams to deploy and operate Nokia Category B CBSD devices within the CBRS spectrum without risking regulatory violations. This ensures your private wireless network functions lawfully and reliably for business operations.
private wireless network deployment, CBRS spectrum utilization, on-premises IT infrastructure, wireless network management
Streamline Spectrum Management
Streamline the process of managing spectrum access for your CBSD devices, ensuring they communicate effectively and legally. This subscription simplifies adherence to FCC Part 96 requirements, reducing administrative burden.
wireless infrastructure management, IT compliance, network operations, business continuity planning
Automate Regulatory Adherence
Automate adherence to critical FCC regulations for spectrum usage by securing this essential software license. This proactive measure protects your organization from potential fines and service interruptions.
IT infrastructure procurement, network security posture, operational risk mitigation, technology deployment
Key Features
Nokia SAS Software License
Grants legal authorization to operate Category B CBSD devices within the CBRS spectrum.
Category B CBSD Support
Specifically enables the use of higher-power CBSD devices for broader network coverage.
FCC Part 96 Compliance
Ensures your network adheres to all necessary federal regulations for CBRS spectrum usage.
Subscription-Based Access
Provides access for a defined term, allowing for predictable budgeting and operational planning.
Spectrum Access System Integration
Facilitates communication with the SAS to manage spectrum allocation and avoid interference.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often deploy private wireless networks for automation, IoT, and real-time data communication, requiring compliant CBRS spectrum access for reliable operations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Hospitals and research facilities utilize private networks for critical communication, patient monitoring, and asset tracking, where reliable and compliant wireless connectivity is paramount.
Education & Research
Universities and research institutions deploy private networks to support campus-wide connectivity, IoT initiatives, and specialized research requiring dedicated spectrum.
Real Estate & Construction
Large commercial properties, campuses, and construction sites benefit from private wireless networks for site-wide communication, security, and operational efficiency, necessitating compliant spectrum use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Category B CBSD?
A Category B CBSD is a type of base station that operates within the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) band and is designed for higher power output and broader coverage areas compared to Category A devices. This often includes small cells and macro cells used in private networks.
Why is an SAS subscription necessary?
An SAS (Spectrum Access System) subscription is required by the FCC to manage the CBRS band, which is shared among different users. The SAS coordinates spectrum use, preventing interference and ensuring compliance with regulations. This license grants your CBSD devices the necessary authorization to operate.
How long is this subscription valid?
The subscription is valid for a defined term, typically one year or multiple years, as specified at the time of purchase. This ensures continuous compliance and operation for the duration of the agreement.
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.