Product Type | Software License |
Software Name | Cisco 5921 Embedded Services Router |
License Type | Smart License |
License Level | Level 2 |
Maximum Throughput | 25 Mbps |
Deployment Type | Virtual / Software-based |
Supported Platforms | X86 |
Use Case | Mobile and tactical environments |
Cisco Smart License for 5921 ESR X86 Level 2 - 25 Mbps

Key Benefits

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- Ensures flexible bandwidth allocation with 25 Mbps support for dynamic application needs.
- TAA compliance allows deployment in regulated and government procurement environments.
- Smart Licensing architecture simplifies entitlement management and scalability across virtual networks.
Product Overview
The Cisco Smart License for 5921 ESR X86 Level 2 - 25 Mbps provides a policy-based entitlement system for deploying Embedded Services Router technology in virtualized platforms. It enables a 25 Mbps throughput ceiling for X86 environments and supports dynamic license management through Cisco's Smart Licensing platform. Suitable for mobile or tactical environments, it ensures scalable performance with regulatory compliance. The inclusion of TAA compliance makes it particularly viable for use in government projects. This solution offers modular deployment and flexible bandwidth licensing for evolving enterprise or edge network needs.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
License Model | Cisco Smart Licensing |
Included Licensing Infrastructure | Policy-based entitlement |
License Portability | Yes |
License Activation | Online via Smart Licensing portal |
Subscription Requirement | No, perpetual with entitlement rights |
Bandwidth License Scalability | Modular bandwidth-based licensing |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Country of Origin | United States |
Regulatory Approvals | FCC, UL (for compatible hardware) |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Wireless Features
Supports Wireless Interfaces | If host system allows, via virtual interfaces |
Interfaces
Virtual Interface Support | Yes |
Integrated Protocol Support | IP routing, QoS, VPN |
Advanced Security Features
VPN Support | IPsec VPN |
Firewall Capabilities | Yes, integrated software-based |
Traffic Encryption | Supports secure encrypted communications |
Access Control | Policy-based routing and access |
Physical & Environmental
Power Consumption | Dependent on host system |
Installation Type | Software-installed on x86 platforms |
Environmental Requirements | Dependent on host system |
Additional Features
Modular Deployment | Yes |
Performance Scaling Options | Available with higher-level licenses |
Support for Virtualized Environments | Yes (VMware, KVM, etc.) |
Integration with Cisco Embedded Network Services | Yes |
Routing Protocols | OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, RIP |
Management Features | CLI, SNMP, XML API support |
Dynamic Feature Upgrades | Yes, via license replacement |
Real-time Traffic Monitoring | Supported |
Secure Boot Support | Yes (based on host platform) |
Fallback License Option | Yes (evaluation mode available) |
Vendor Support | Cisco TAC and online knowledge base |