| Product Type | Virtual Appliance License | 
| License Model | Perpetual with optional support subscription | 
| Supported Deployment | VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, KVM | 
| Virtual Machine Type | Medium | 
| Recommended VM RAM | 16 GB | 
| Recommended vCPU | 4 vCPU | 
| Recommended Disk Space | 300 GB | 
| Form Factor | Virtual Machine | 
| Software Name | Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) | 
| Software Version | 3.x or later (dependent on deployment) | 
| Purpose | Identity-based network access control | 
| Intended Use Case | Medium-sized enterprise environments | 
Cisco ISE Virtual Machine Medium - R-ISE-VMM-K9=

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- Ideal for mid-sized organizations needing identity-based security policy controls.
- TAA compliance supports eligibility for U.S. government procurement.
- Virtual deployment enables seamless integration into existing infrastructures without additional hardware.
Product Overview
The Cisco ISE Virtual Machine Medium (R-ISE-VMM-K9=) delivers mid-tier identity-based network access control for enterprise security deployments. Built for medium-sized environments, it enables centralized, role-based policy enforcement across diverse access points. As a virtualized solution, it integrates seamlessly into data center or cloud infrastructures. Notably, this product is TAA-compliant and made in the United States, aligning with procurement requirements for sensitive or regulated industries.
Specifications
                      Product Overview
                      
                    
                    
                      Wireless Features
                      
                    
                    | Wireless Policy Support | 802.1X authentication for wireless clients | 
| Guest WLAN access control | Yes (with sponsor portal and self-registration) | 
                      Compliance & Origin
                      
                    
                    | Country of Origin | UNITED STATES | 
| TAA Compliance | Yes | 
| Common Criteria Certification | Yes (Version dependent) | 
| FIPS 140-2 Compliance | Yes (if configured with validated crypto module) | 
| Regulatory Approvals | Meets U.S. Federal procurement standards | 
                      Advanced Security Features
                      
                    
                    | Access Control Policy Types | Role-Based, Time-Based, Location-Based | 
| Guest Access Management | Self-service and sponsor workflows | 
| Posture Assessment | Supported with AnyConnect agent and posture policies | 
| Threat Intelligence Integration | Yes – via pxGrid Ecosystem | 
| Profiling Capabilities | Yes – over 4000 device profiles | 
| Policy Engine | Distributed Policy Engine (PE) supported | 
| Secure Logging | Encrypted Syslog and Secure Logging Targets | 
| Multifactor Authentication Support | Yes – third-party integration via SAML, RADIUS | 
                      Interfaces
                      
                    
                    | Virtual Network Interfaces | 1–4 vNICs (configurable) | 
| Management Interface | Web GUI (HTTPS), CLI, REST API | 
| Integration Protocols | RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP, SAML, SNMP | 
| Directory Services Supported | Microsoft Active Directory, LDAP | 
| Third-Party Integration | Yes – via pxGrid and APIs | 
                      Physical & Environmental
                      
                    
                    | Hosted Environment | Virtualized—no physical appliance required | 
| VM Deployment Requirements | Compatible hypervisor and sufficient resources | 
                      Cloud Management & Licensing
                      
                    
                    | Cloud Integration | Yes (Private or Public Cloud) | 
| License Tier Compatibility | Base, Plus, Apex | 
| Centralized Management | Yes – via Cisco ISE Admin Console | 
| Cisco Smart Licensing Supported | Yes | 
| VM Image Delivery | OVF or ISO via Cisco software download portal | 
| Included Support | None by default – SMARTnet or SASU optional | 
 
              