Cisco ACI Essential SW License for 10/25/40/100G Nexus 9K Leaf

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  • Supports 10G/25G/40G/100G Cisco Nexus 9000 Leaf switches
  • Enables Cisco ACI Essential software functions for fabric automation
  • TAA-compliant for government and public sector use
  • Manufactured in the United States
  • Optimized for centralized, policy-driven infrastructure control

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Key Benefits

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  • Delivers essential ACI capabilities for Cisco Nexus 9000 switches, streamlining policy-based network operations
  • Fully TAA-compliant and U.S.-manufactured, aligning with federal and public sector procurement requirements
  • Flexible support for high-speed interfaces (10G/25G/40G/100G) ensures future-proof infrastructure compatibility

Product Overview

The Cisco ACI Essential Software License for 10/25/40/100G Nexus 9000 Leaf switches enables foundational support for policy-driven automation and network simplification. Designed to operate across a range of high-speed interfaces, it allows centralized control and monitoring within Cisco’s ACI framework. Manufactured in the United States and TAA-compliant, this license aligns with public sector compliance needs and supports advanced SDN deployments in modern enterprise data centers.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Network Software License
Software License Type Cisco ACI Essential
Intended Use Enterprise Data Center Networking
Supported Devices Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Leaf Switches (10/25/40/100G)
Deployment Model On-Premises with ACI Fabric
License Duration Perpetual
Form Factor Digital License

Cloud Management & Licensing

Cloud Management Support Yes, via Cisco ACI Controller (APIC)
Centralized Policy Management Yes
Licensing Model Essential Tier, Node-based
Supported SDN Solution Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI)
Integration with Cisco APIC Yes
License Portability Device-specific
License Delivery Method Digital Activation

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin United States
TAA Compliant Yes
RoHS Compliance Yes
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) 5D002
CE Marking Yes
WEEE Compliance Yes

Wireless Features

Wireless Support Not Applicable

Interfaces

Supported Interface Speeds 10G, 25G, 40G, 100G
Switch Type Supported Leaf Switches

Advanced Security Features

Microsegmentation Support Yes
Policy-Based Enforcement Yes
Integration with Security Tools Cisco Secure Firewall, Cisco Tetration
Zero Trust Capabilities Yes, via policy automation

Physical & Environmental

Installation Type Software Activation on Physical Switch
Power Requirements Not Applicable
Cooling Requirements Not Applicable