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

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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
                      
                    
                    
                      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 | 
 
               
     
    