Product Type | Smart License for Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) Cluster |
Platform Compatibility | Cisco ASR 9000 Series |
Delivery Method | Electronic Software Delivery (ESD) |
Supported Subscribers | Up to 8000 subscribers |
Scalability | Supports clustering for high-capacity BNG environments |
Form Factor | Software license (no physical dimensions) |
Use Case | Carrier-grade and enterprise broadband subscriber management |
Power Requirements | Not applicable (software license) |
CISCO ASR 9K Smart License BNG Cluster, Electronic Delivery



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- Optimized for service providers seeking seamless BNG cluster licensing on Cisco ASR 9000 platforms
- TAA compliance and U.S. origin make it ideal for regulated and public sector environments
- Electronic delivery accelerates deployment and minimizes downtime for operational continuity
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR 9K Electronic Delivery Smart License BNG Cluster provides streamlined licensing for Broadband Network Gateway functions on ASR 9000 platforms. Delivered electronically, it supports Smart Licensing for centralized management in high-capacity BNG cluster environments. Designed to efficiently scale and serve up to 8,000 subscribers, it meets TAA compliance and is manufactured in the United States, ideal for government and carrier-grade applications. As part of Cisco's Network Software offerings, it enhances ROI through agility, scalability, and regulatory alignment in software deployment strategies.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
License Type | Smart License |
License Delivery | Electronic Delivery (Digital Fulfillment) |
License Tier | BNG Cluster License |
Smart Licensing Support | Yes |
Subscription Term | Perpetual (term varies by agreement) |
License Management Platform | Cisco Smart Software Manager (CSSM) |
Cloud Integration | Supports centralized license management via Cisco cloud-based systems |
Software Activation | Activated via Smart License Registration |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
License Compliance | Enforced via Smart Licensing Platform |
Platform Compliance | Compatible with FCC, CE, and other regional platform certifications (platform-dependent) |
Wireless Features
Wireless Support | Not applicable |
Interfaces
Interface Requirements | ASR 9000 BNG-capable line cards and IOS XR operating system |
Supported Interfaces | Integrates with subscriber-facing interfaces on ASR 9000 platforms |
Subscriber Session Scale | 8000 concurrent subscriber sessions per license |
Software Interface Framework | Cisco IOS XR Software |
Advanced Security Features
Subscriber-Aware QoS | Supported through BNG management functions |
Session Isolation | Enabled by software architecture of BNG cluster |
Access Control | Policy-driven subscriber access control |
Legal Compliance Features | Supports lawful intercept and subscriber session audit (platform dependent) |
Physical & Environmental
Physical Form | Digital asset (no physical characteristics) |
Operating Temperature Range | Not applicable |
Operating Humidity Range | Not applicable |
Storage Requirements | Dependent on hosting ASR 9000 platform |
Deployment Environment | Service Provider, Government, Enterprise-grade networks |