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 |