{"product_id":"cisco-dcn-essentials-term-license-8-slot-centralized-modular","title":"Cisco DCN Essentials Term License - 8 Slot Centralized Modular","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eCisco DCN Essentials Term License - Centralized Modular 8 Slot\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCisco DCN Essentials term license\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for enterprises deploying Cisco ONE Data Center Networking solutions across Nexus-based environments. This \u003cstrong\u003ecentralized modular 8-slot configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e provides core software capabilities essential for modern data center operations, delivering flexible licensing aligned with your hardware lifecycle and operational requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for organizations seeking to optimize data center networking infrastructure with predictable software entitlements, this term license ensures your Nexus platforms operate with essential features for connectivity, management, and performance optimization throughout your deployment lifecycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCisco ONE licensing model\u003c\/strong\u003e — Simplified software entitlements integrated with hardware platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData Center Networking Essentials\u003c\/strong\u003e — Core capabilities for Nexus-based environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentralized modular architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8-slot configuration for scalable deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerm-based licensing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fixed-term entitlements aligned with operational planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEssential software features\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fundamental networking capabilities for data center operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Software support synchronized with hardware deployment cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCISCO SYSTEMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco ONE Data Center Networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDCN Essentials Term License\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentralized Modular 8 Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC1E1TN9400CM8-7Y\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense Term\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Platforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco Nexus Data Center Networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco ONE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included in the Cisco DCN Essentials term license?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCisco DCN Essentials license\u003c\/strong\u003e provides core software capabilities for Nexus-based data center networking platforms, including essential features for connectivity, management, and operational support throughout your fixed term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the centralized modular 8-slot configuration benefit my data center?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e8-slot centralized modular design\u003c\/strong\u003e enables scalable deployments while maintaining simplified management and licensing. This architecture supports growing data center requirements while keeping software entitlements predictable and aligned with your infrastructure investments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Cisco ONE and traditional licensing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCisco ONE licensing\u003c\/strong\u003e integrates software entitlements directly with hardware platforms, eliminating separate software purchases and simplifying compliance. The term-based model aligns software support with your hardware lifecycle, reducing administrative overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the license term for this product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eDCN Essentials term license\u003c\/strong\u003e includes a 7-year fixed term, providing extended software support and feature access aligned with your long-term data center networking strategy and hardware deployment cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CISCO SYSTEMS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41639356432459,"sku":"C1E1TN9400CM8-7Y","price":62030.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/Cisco-DCN-Essentials-Term-License-8-Slot-Centralized-Modular.png?v=1788297207","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/cisco-dcn-essentials-term-license-8-slot-centralized-modular","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}