Cisco IOS Software Activation

Simplified Software Deployment and Activation

Cisco Software Activation is a simplified approach to software deployment and management, and is implemented on Cisco Catalyst 3750-E/X and 3560-E/X Switches, Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series Supervisor Engine7-E and Cisco Integrated Services Routers Generation 2.

It helps enable customers to:

• Speed deployment and roll out new Cisco Software Activation feature sets across customers' global networks
• Centrally and more accurately manage and track software and license compliance
• Easily conduct software compliance audits to meet regulations without impacting network operations

Operational Simplicity:

• Simplified upgrades and license transfers save time and improve productivity; you can add new capabilities simply by using a license file.
• You can easily track software assets, licenses, and feature set status.
• A single software image improves service delivery.

Ease of Ordering:

• Try and Buy lets you use a temporary license to try and evaluate new Cisco IOS functionality before purchase.
• Pay-as-you-grow software key enables new features incrementally without service calls.

Ease of Management:

• The automated software activation and deployment capabilities of Cisco License Manager facilitate deployment and minimize errors.

How to Get Started:

• Introduction to Cisco Software Activation (Flash)
  Examines the options available for registering, activating, transferring, and resending Cisco software licenses.
• Cisco Software Activation Conceptual Overview
  Information about the Cisco Software Activation process.
• Cisco License Manager Overview (Flash)
  Introduction to Cisco License Manager functionality and workflows.
• Cisco IOS Packaging
  Simplifies the image selection process across all hardware products.

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