Making licensing simpler, smarter, better with one Platform
Welcome to Cisco License Central
Our intelligent, AI-powered platform, Cisco License Central, is designed to drive quality across the entire lifecycle, from initial order to license activation, utilization, reallocation, and support.
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Simplified and Intuitive licensing management starts here
A centralized license management platform that offers a comprehensive view of your assets and entitlements.
Introduction to Cisco Licensing
Essential guides to get you started
License Types & License Management Tools
Start with the basics. Learn about PAK, Traditional, Smart and Cloud Licenses and Cisco’s License Management Tools for Customers and Partners.
License Configuration, Activation & Deployment
Understand deployment methods, activating licenses on devices, how to use tokens, convert PAK licenses. Establish connectivity to Cisco Smart Software Manager.
Smart Licensing: Smart Accounts overview and administration
Learn about the benefits of Smart and Virtual Accounts. Leverage user roles, types of access and permission request process. Review the Smart License Use Policy.
License Delivery & Orders
Explore how to find, manage, and share electronic license orders in Cisco License Central, including user roles, account access, and support options for efficient order handling.
License Management
Get the overview on License Reservations. Stay informed with alerts, event logs and notifications. Proactively track expirations and monitor usage trends.
Device Management
Maximize your investment. Understand how to reallocate licenses and complete asset transfers between accounts.
Request a New Smart Account
Set up your new Smart account and virtual account to organize your assets.
For Smart Account Administrators
Manage access to your company’s Smart Accounts.
Partner Holding Smart Accounts
Establish a Partner Holding Account for new orders.