Product Type | Software License Upgrade |
Compatible Platform | Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers |
License Type | Feature Upgrade License |
License Level | Premium |
Upgrade From | Basic |
Intended Use | Enable premium feature set on ASR 9K 10G systems |
Scalability | Supports large-scale deployments |
Delivery Type | Electronic Software Delivery (ESD) |
Weight | 0 lbs (Software item) |
CISCO ASR 9K 10G Upgrade from Basic to Premium

Key Benefits

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- Allows cost-effective upgrade from basic to premium functionality without hardware replacement
- Enhances compliance for government or regulated deployments with TAA certification
- Manufactured in the United States, supporting domestic sourcing policies
Product Overview
The CISCO ASR 9K 10G UPGRADE FROM BASIC TO PREMIUM (Part Number: L-SA9K-PREM-10U=) enhances the capabilities of existing Cisco ASR 9000 platforms by enabling premium feature sets. This license-based enhancement is compliant with TAA regulations and produced in the United States, making it suitable for regulated deployments. Designed for scalable, high-performance environments, it improves traffic management and service delivery without the need for new hardware. A strategic upgrade for evolving data and network infrastructures.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Centralized Management | Via Cisco Prime or NSO |
License Method | Right-to-use (RTU) |
License Term | Perpetual |
Smart Licensing Support | Yes |
Feature Activation | Software-based, no hardware change required |
Upgrade Process | Feature key activation through Cisco's software management portal |
Physical & Environmental
Form Factor | Software License (intangible) |
Operating Conditions | Depends on ASR 9000 router hardware |
Storage Requirements | Minimal – activation via system BIOS/OS |
Installation Method | Software activation |
Product Benefits & Use Cases
Optimized For | High-performance service provider and enterprise network environments |
Primary Benefits | Unlocks advanced routing, QoS, traffic engineering, and VPN services |
Reduces Need for New Hardware | Yes |
Ideal For | Telecom operators, data centers, large-scale enterprise backbones |
Interfaces
Hardware Interfaces | Depends on ASR 9000 hardware configuration |
License Applicability | 10G Line Cards |
Advanced Security Features
Feature Enablement | Enhanced traffic management and QoS, MPLS, Layer 3 VPN support |
Service-Aware Features | Yes, advanced service control options |
Security Enhancements | Supports advanced features inherent in Premium license tier for ASR 9K |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Regulatory Certifications | Complies with U.S. Federal Regulations for purchasing |
Cisco Certification | Cisco Certified Upgrade License |
Software Features (Enabled by Upgrade)
MPLS Traffic Engineering | Yes |
BGP PIC (Prefix Independent Convergence) | Yes |
Layer 3 VPN Capabilities | Yes |
Hierarchical QoS | Yes |
IPv6 Services | Yes |
Multicast Routing | Yes |
Provider Edge Features | Yes |
Service Routing and Policy Control | Yes |