Cisco ONE Essentials N9300-FX3 5-Year ACI and NX-OS Subscription License
The Cisco ONE Essentials N9300-FX3 is a 5-year term software license designed for organizations deploying Cisco Nexus 9000 leaf switches in ACI and NX-OS environments. This ACI and NX-OS subscription essential package activates critical software capabilities on 10/25/40G+ Nexus 9K leaf platforms, including the Nexus 9300-FX3 and 9300-XF3 series. Whether you're building scalable data center fabrics or modernizing network infrastructure, this license ensures your Nexus 9000 leaf switches operate at full capability with both ACI and traditional NX-OS modes supported throughout the 5-year subscription term.
Key Features
- 5-year term ACI and NX-OS subscription for Nexus 9K leaf switches
- Supports 10/25/40G+ fixed leaf platforms including Nexus 9300-FX3 and 9300-XF3 series
- Enables essential software feature set for both ACI fabric and NX-OS standalone modes
- Term-based licensing model with predictable renewal cycles
- Activates required capabilities on 800G fixed Nexus platforms
- Comprehensive software support throughout subscription period
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
C1E1TN9300XF3-5Y |
| License Type |
Term Software License (5 Years) |
| Supported Platforms |
Nexus 9300-FX3, Nexus 9300-XF3 Series |
| Port Speed Support |
10/25/40G+ Leaf Switches |
| Operating Modes |
ACI Fabric Mode, NX-OS Standalone Mode |
| Subscription Term |
5 Years |
| License Scope |
Essential Package Feature Set |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco ONE Essentials license for Nexus 9000 switches?
The Cisco ONE Essentials N9300-FX3 is a 5-year ACI and NX-OS subscription that activates essential software capabilities on Nexus 9K leaf switches. It enables both ACI fabric mode and NX-OS standalone operation on supported 10/25/40G+ platforms.
Which Nexus 9000 leaf switch models are compatible?
This Nexus 9300-FX3 license supports the Nexus 9300-FX3 and Nexus 9300-XF3 series fixed leaf switches, including 800G platforms. It is designed for 10/25/40G+ leaf deployments in data center fabric architectures.
Is this a hardware or software product?
This is a term software license, not a physical hardware switch. It is required to activate the corresponding ACI and NX-OS software capabilities on your Nexus 9K leaf switches and must be installed on supported hardware platforms.
What does the 5-year term include?
The 5-year subscription term provides continuous access to the essential software feature set for both ACI and NX-OS operating modes, with support and updates throughout the subscription period on your Nexus 9000 leaf infrastructure.
