| Product Type | Security Add-On License |
| Intended For | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Modular Switches |
| Form Factor | License - Digital |
| License Type | Add-on license |
| License Quantity | 1 license |
| Scalability | Enhances security features without infrastructure changes |
| Use Case | Data center security and advanced policy control |
| Compatibility | Cisco ACI Fabric environments |
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| Power Requirements |
Cisco ACI Security Add-On License for N9K Modular Switch

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- Tailored specifically for Cisco N9K modular switches, ensuring hardware compatibility and efficient integration.
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for government and federally regulated environments.
- Manufactured in the United States, supporting domestic sourcing requirements and trust in origin.
Product Overview
The Cisco ACI Security Add-On License for N9K modular switches enhances data center security with advanced policy controls and network segmentation functionality. Fully TAA-compliant and manufactured in the United States, it integrates with Cisco ACI to provide fine-grained visibility of traffic and behavior analytics. This spare license (ACI-SEC-XM=) is designed specifically for Cisco Nexus 9000 modular switches, offering enhanced security scalability without infrastructure overhaul.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
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Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | TAA |
| Certifications | Cisco Certified Compatible for Nexus 9000 Series |
Advanced Security Features
| Micro-Segmentation Support | Yes |
| East-West Traffic Inspection | Yes |
| Advanced Policy Control | Yes |
| Traffic Visibility | Fine-grained per application or workload |
| Behavior Analytics | Yes - integrated with Cisco ACI insights |
| Firewall Capabilities | Policy-driven segmentation; integrates with third-party firewalls |
| Support for Multi-Tenancy | Yes |
Interfaces
| Supported Platforms | Cisco Nexus 9000 Modular Switches |
| Interface Type | Software-based integration with ACI controller (APIC) |
| Licensing Delivery Method | Electronic (ESD) |
Physical & Environmental
| Physical Form | Not applicable (Digital license) |
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Cloud Management & Licensing
| Requires Cisco ACI | Yes |
| Management Interface | Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) |
| Cloud Managed | Yes (via Cisco ACI/APIC) |
| Subscription Required | Yes, per device |
| License Term | Perpetual or Subscription (depending on contract) |
| Delivery Format | Digital Download / Software Activation |
| License Activation | Tied to ACI-managed hardware device |
| Included Cloud Features | Behavior analytics, segmentation, security policy enforcement |