| Product Type | RTU License Upgrade |
| License Format | Paper |
| Target Device | Cisco Catalyst 3850-12 Series Switch |
| License Level (From) | IP Base |
| License Level (To) | IP Services |
| Upgrade Type | Right-to-Use (RTU) |
| Delivery Method | Physical (Paper-based) |
| Product Code | C3850-12-S-E= |
| License Category | Permanent |
| Operating System Required | Cisco IOS XE |
| Application | Enterprise Switching - Layer 3 Routing Features |
Cisco C3850-12 IP Base to IP Services RTU License Paper

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- Facilitates cost-effective upgrade path to IP Services without hardware change
- TAA compliance ensures eligibility for government and public sector deployments
- Paper license supports formal compliance and audit documentation requirements
Product Overview
The Cisco C3850-12-S-E= paper license provides an RTU upgrade from IP Base to IP Services on Catalyst 3850-12 switches. This TAA-compliant and USA-origin spare license enables advanced Layer 3 routing features like BGP and VRF-Lite. Packaged in paper format, it supports cost-effective upgrades and audit documentation in regulated environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
| Wireless Controller Support | Yes (with Catalyst 3850 WLC integration) |
| Max Wireless Access Points | Up to 50 per switch |
| Max Wireless Clients | Up to 2000 per switch |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| Environmental Certification | REACH |
| UNSPSC Code | 43233204 |
Advanced Security Features
| Layer 3 Features Enabled | Yes (IP Services upgrade) |
| VRF-Lite Support | Yes |
| Policy-Based Routing (PBR) | Yes |
| IPv6 Routing | Yes |
| OSPF Routing | Yes |
| BGP Routing | Yes |
| Multicast Routing Features | Yes (PIM SM/DM/SSM) |
| Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Yes |
Interfaces
| Supported Device Interfaces | Ethernet (via Catalyst 3850-12 switch) |
| Switch Architecture Compatibility | Cisco StackWise-480 |
| Routing Protocol Support | BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, RIP, PIM |
Physical & Environmental
| Format | Paper License Document |
| Packaging Type | Physical envelope or folder |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| License Management Method | Right-to-Use (Paper Audit) |
| License Audit Capability | Supports paper audit documentation |
| Smart Licensing Support | No (paper-based RTU only) |
| Management Platform Compatibility | Cisco Prime Infrastructure, Cisco DNA Center |