Product Type | Layer 3 Feature License |
Platform Compatibility | Cisco Nexus 9300 Series (10G+) |
Form Factor | Software License |
License Type | Feature Upgrade |
License Tier | L3 Enhanced XF2 |
Application | Advanced Layer 3 Routing for NX-OS |
Supported Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
Upgrade Path | From Base NX-OS L3 features to Enhanced L3 Routing |
Use Case | Enterprise Networking, Data Center Infrastructure |
Power Requirements | Not applicable (software license) |
Cisco NX-OS L3ENHANCED XF2 License for Nexus 9300 (10G+)



Key Benefits

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- Unlocks enhanced Layer 3 routing features without needing costly hardware upgrades.
- Supports U.S. TAA compliance, making it suitable for federal and government IT deployments.
- Specifically tailored for 10G+ Cisco Nexus 9300 platforms, ensuring targeted functionality and high-performance compatibility.
Product Overview
The Cisco NX-OS L3ENHANCED XF2 License for Nexus 9300 (10G+) platforms offers a critical upgrade path for enterprise and data center environments that demand robust Layer 3 routing capabilities. Designed to extend base system functionality, this enhancement enables advanced networking features to support complex routing protocols and optimized traffic management—indispensable for modern high-performance networking solutions.
Ideal for organizations leveraging Cisco Nexus 9300 with 10G+ infrastructure, the license is particularly well-suited to environments governed by TAA compliance, such as federal or government contracts. With its origin in the United States and compatibility with Nexus OS (NX-OS), it emphasizes high standards of trust and system integration. This license ensures that organizations can scale and manage network traffic more efficiently without replacing existing hardware.
A strategic investment for IT operations scaling into next-generation infrastructures, the L3ENHANCED XF2 license provides a cost-effective method for unlocking premium routing without major physical upgrades. It empowers network administrators to future-proof their ecosystem while maximizing ROI on existing Nexus deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Cloud Compatibility | Cisco ACI / Cisco CloudScale Supported (hardware dependent) |
License Delivery Method | Electronic Software Delivery (ESD) |
License Duration | Perpetual |
License Included | L3 Enhanced XF2 (Enables full L3 routing protocols) |
Upgradeable Licensing | Yes, through Cisco Smart Licensing |
Supported Protocols (Enabled) | OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, PIM, IS-IS, Multicast Routing |
Smart Licensing Support | Yes |
Licensing Model | Cisco Smart Licensing |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Regulatory Certifications | FCC, CE Marking (license inherits compliance from hardware) |
Environmental Compliance | Yes (hardware dependent, ENERGY STAR certified if host device complies) |
Interfaces
Port Activation | Enables L3 features on 10G+ ports of Nexus 9300 series |
Advanced Security Features
Network Segmentation Support | Yes (VRF-Aware Routing Enabled) |
ACL Support | Yes (Enables Extended Access Control Lists) |
Routing Protection | Yes (BGP Peering Filters, uRPF) |
Control Plane Policing | Enabled with Enhanced L3 License |
IP/MAC Binding Support | Yes (dependent on platform config) |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions | Not applicable (license only) |
Weight | Not applicable (license only) |
Operating Temperature | Not applicable (license only) |
Storage Temperature | Not applicable (license only) |
Relative Humidity (Operational) | Not applicable (license only) |
Non-Operating Humidity | Not applicable (license only) |