VMware vDefend Term Add-On Per Core 3-Year 24x7
Enhance your VMware security and compliance with the HPE VMware vDefend Term Add-On, providing 3-year 24x7 e-RTU coverage per core.
- Access to: Critical security updates and threat intelligence to safeguard your virtualized infrastructure.
- Coverage for: VMware vSphere environments, ensuring continuous protection against emerging threats.
- Protection against: Data breaches and operational disruptions through proactive security measures.
- Entitlement to: 24x7 technical support for rapid issue resolution and expert guidance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This HPE VMware vDefend Term Add-On is a 3-year subscription license that extends security and support for your VMware vSphere environment on a per-core basis. It provides 24x7 electronic remote technical support (e-RTU), ensuring your virtualized infrastructure remains protected and compliant.
Designed for businesses utilizing VMware for their core operations, this add-on is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies. It integrates directly into your existing VMware deployment, offering enhanced security posture and operational continuity without requiring significant infrastructure changes.
- Per Core Licensing: Scalable protection based on your specific core count.
- 3-Year Term: Predictable budgeting and long-term security assurance.
- 24x7 Support: Immediate access to expert technical assistance anytime.
- e-RTU Delivery: Fast and efficient electronic license activation and delivery.
- Enhanced Security: Proactive threat detection and mitigation for your virtualized workloads.
This VMware vDefend add-on is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to bolster their virtual environment's security and support.
What This Enables
Enable Continuous Security Monitoring
Enable teams to proactively identify and respond to emerging threats within their VMware environment. Streamline the process of applying security patches and updates to maintain a strong defense posture.
virtualized infrastructure, core business applications, IT security management, operational continuity
Ensure Regulatory Compliance
Streamline adherence to data protection regulations by maintaining a secure and supported virtualized environment. Automate the application of security best practices and audit-ready configurations.
data-sensitive workloads, compliance-driven operations, IT governance, risk management
Optimize Support and Response
Enable teams to access 24x7 expert technical support for rapid issue resolution. Reduce downtime by ensuring immediate assistance is available for critical VMware-related incidents.
mission-critical systems, business-critical applications, IT support operations, service level agreements
Key Features
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides long-term security assurance and predictable budgeting for your VMware environment.
Per Core Licensing
Ensures cost-effective licensing that scales directly with your infrastructure's processing power.
24x7 Electronic Remote Technical Support (e-RTU)
Offers immediate access to expert assistance anytime, minimizing downtime and resolving issues quickly.
VMware vDefend Security Enhancements
Protects your virtualized workloads against evolving threats, maintaining a robust security posture.
HPE Branding and Support
Delivers reliable support and licensing management through a trusted technology partner.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent security and compliance measures to protect sensitive financial data and maintain operational integrity, making robust support and security for virtualized environments essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must comply with HIPAA and other regulations, necessitating secure handling of patient data and continuous availability of critical systems supported by reliable IT infrastructure.
Manufacturing & Industrial
These businesses rely on stable and secure IT systems for production, supply chain management, and operational efficiency, where downtime can lead to significant financial losses.
Legal & Professional Services
Firms in this sector handle confidential client information and require secure, reliable IT operations to maintain client trust and meet professional obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VMware vDefend?
VMware vDefend is a security and support offering designed to protect your VMware vSphere environment. This add-on license provides continuous security updates and 24x7 technical support.
What does 'Per Core' licensing mean?
Per core licensing means the license is priced based on the number of processor cores in your servers running VMware vSphere. This ensures your licensing accurately reflects your infrastructure's capacity.
What is an e-RTU?
e-RTU stands for Electronic Remote Technical Entitlement. It signifies that the license and support entitlement are delivered electronically, allowing for quick and efficient activation and management.
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.