| Product Type | Software License |
| Software Family | Cisco NX-OS |
| Supported Platforms | Cisco Modular Switches |
| Form Factor | Digital (License Key) |
| Intended Use | Storage Networking in Modular Switch Environments |
| Product Series | NX-OS Storage |
| License Type | Feature License |
| License Term | Perpetual |
| Included Features | Storage networking capabilities for modular platforms |
Cisco NX-OS Storage Software License for Modular Platforms

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- Ensures compliance with TAA standards, ideal for government and institutional use
- Optimized for Cisco's modular platform architecture, providing seamless integration
- Trusted Cisco networking software enhances reliability and long-term support
Product Overview
The Cisco NX-OS Storage Software License for Modular Platforms (NXOS-STRG-M=) provides storage networking capabilities for modular switch environments. Made in the United States and TAA-compliant, it fits well in federal and enterprise-grade IT infrastructures. Part of the Cisco NX-OS family, it delivers high performance and integration tailored for storage applications in modular networks. This license supports the expansion and operational scalability of Cisco-based data center deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
| License Delivery | Electronic (Digital Fulfillment) |
| License Mode | Node-locked to Supported Modular Switch |
| License Activation | Via Cisco Licensing Portal (Smart Licensing) |
| Smart Licensing Compatibility | Yes |
| Cisco Smart Account Required | Yes |
| Cloud-Enabled Management | Yes (with supported platform and NX-OS version) |
| Subscription Required | No (Perpetual) |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Compliant Standards | FIPS 140-2 (platform dependent), RFC-compliant networking protocols |
| Certifications | Supports certifications held by host modular switch platform |
Wireless Features
| Wireless Support | No — storage networking feature license only |
Interfaces
| Interface Support | FC, FCoE (via supported hardware) |
| Supported Protocols | Fibre Channel, FCoE |
Advanced Security Features
| Integrated Security | Hardware dependent; supports secure FC zones, ACLs, and authentication mechanisms |
| Secure Storage Networking | Yes (when deployed with appropriate Cisco hardware and NX-OS version) |
| Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |
| AAA Support | Yes (TACACS+, RADIUS) |
| Secure Management Protocols | SSH, SNMPv3, HTTPS (via platform) |
Physical & Environmental
| Physical Delivery | No physical delivery — license only |
| Platform Environmental Specs | Depends on host modular hardware |