Cisco ONE Application Centric Infrastructure Essentials License
The Cisco ONE Application Centric Infrastructure Essentials (N93XF-ACIC1E-7Y) is a multi-year term-based software license designed for organizations deploying ACI Essentials on Nexus 9300 series switches. This licensing solution enables network teams to implement application-centric infrastructure capabilities with flexible, predictable costs. Perfect for enterprises modernizing data center networks and requiring scalable ACI features on individual switches, this term license provides essential infrastructure automation without the complexity of perpetual licensing models.
Key Features
- Multi-year term-based licensing for Application Centric Infrastructure on Nexus 9300 XF switches
- Simplified software licensing model with predictable renewal cycles
- Single-switch deployment flexibility for phased ACI adoption
- Includes ACI Essentials feature set for network automation and policy-based management
- Digital delivery — no physical media required
- Non-returnable software license with immediate activation
- Cisco ONE licensing ecosystem integration for unified software management
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
N93XF-ACIC1E-7Y |
| Product Family |
N9300 XF Essentials Term |
| License Type |
Term-Based Software License |
| Compatible Platform |
Nexus 9300 Series Switches |
| Feature Set |
Application Centric Infrastructure Essentials |
| Delivery Method |
Digital (Software License Only) |
| Physical Media |
None Included |
| Return Policy |
Non-Returnable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Cisco ONE Application Centric Infrastructure Essentials license?
This term-based software license provides access to ACI Essentials features on a single Nexus 9300 XF switch. It includes policy-based network automation, application-centric infrastructure capabilities, and integration with the Cisco ONE licensing platform. The license is delivered digitally with no physical media.
How does the N93XF-ACIC1E-7Y term license differ from perpetual licensing?
The N93XF-ACIC1E-7Y is a multi-year term license offering predictable costs and simplified renewal management compared to perpetual models. Term licensing allows organizations to align software investments with budget cycles and technology refresh timelines while maintaining access to current ACI Essentials functionality.
Can this ACI Essentials license be deployed across multiple switches?
No, the N93XF-ACIC1E-7Y is licensed for a single Nexus 9300 series switch. Organizations requiring Application Centric Infrastructure across multiple switches should purchase additional licenses for each device.
Is this a software-only product with no hardware included?
Yes, the Cisco ONE Application Centric Infrastructure Essentials license is a software-only offering. It requires a compatible Nexus 9300 series switch (purchased separately) and is delivered digitally without physical media or hardware components.
