Product Type | Permanent Software License |
Supported Device | Cisco 5921 Embedded Services Router (ESR) |
License Type | Permanent License Reservation |
Bandwidth Tier | 50 Mbps |
Form Factor | Virtual Software Image |
Use Case | Field-deployed or embedded networking systems |
Power Requirements | N/A (Software License) |
Weight | N/A (Software License) |
Delivery Method | Digital via Cisco Smart Licensing or manual reservation |
Permanent License Reservation for Cisco 5921 ESR - 50Mbps


Key Benefits

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- Eliminates recurring license costs, ideal for long-term deployments.
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for government procurement requirements.
- Reliable for embedded or field applications where uninterrupted service is critical.
Product Overview
The Permanent License Reservation for Cisco 5921 ESR - 50Mbps provides a robust software licensing solution tailored for persistent, uninterrupted operation of the Cisco 5921 Embedded Services Router. Engineered for environments where consistent throughput and regulatory compliance are critical, this license enables a permanent allocation of feature sets necessary for optimal network performance at up to 50 Mbps.
With TAA compliance and a country of origin in the United States, this license reservation is suitable for government and enterprise-level deployments. Cisco’s licensing structure eliminates the need for frequent renewals, reducing administrative overhead and helping to lower total cost of ownership. The reserved license embodies long-term investment flexibility and supports sustained policy enforcement in distributed network topologies.
By choosing a permanent license over subscription-based models, organizations gain full control over their network configurations with the assurance that performance and feature availability will not be disrupted. Ideal for field-deployed or embedded systems where uptime and reliability are crucial.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capabilities | Not applicable (depends on integration with wireless interfaces on the platform) |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Country of Origin | United States |
Export Compliance | Subject to U.S. Export Regulations |
Certifications | Meets Cisco software licensing standards |
Licensing Model | Permanent license reservation through Cisco Smart Licensing portal |
Advanced Security Features
Firewall Technology | Cisco IOS Zone-Based Firewall |
Encryption Protocols | Supports IPsec, AES, 3DES |
VPN Technologies | DMVPN, FlexVPN, SSL VPN, GETVPN |
Content Filtering | Available via external integration (Cisco Umbrella or 3rd-party) |
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) | Optional with Cisco IOS Security License package |
High Availability Support | Supported with redundant configurations |
Interfaces
Supported Network Interfaces | Depends on underlying Cisco 5921 ESR hardware |
Routing Protocol Support | Supports OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and RIP via Cisco IOS |
VPN Support | Yes, includes IPsec and SSL VPN support |
Firewall Capabilities | Integrated Cisco Zone-Based Firewall support |
QoS Features | Includes traffic shaping, policing, and prioritization |
Physical & Environmental
Operating Environment | Depends on the deployed hardware platform |
Dimensions | N/A (Software License) |
Storage Requirements | Requires supported compute or virtual machine environment |
Operating Temperature | N/A (Software License) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Licensing Support | Yes, via Cisco Smart Licensing portal |
License Transferability | Licenses are node-locked but transferrable via Cisco license rehost process |
Subscription Required | No, permanent license |
Management Platform Compatibility | Cisco Prime, Cisco DNA Center (with integration) |
License Enforcement | Smart License Reservation (permanent, disconnected mode support) |