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C4500E-IP-ES= Overview
C4500E-IP-ES=-C4500E IP TO ENT SVCS LICS is a software license designed specifically for network management in enterprise environments. This license is ideal for IT administrators and enterprises requiring robust IP services management across their infrastructures, offering seamless integration and activation via an online platform.
Tailored for advanced network environments, the C4500E-IP-ES=-C4500E IP TO ENT SVCS LICS supports volume licensing with a lifetime duration, making it a cost‐effective solution for SMBs, large enterprises, and IT management teams. Delivered as a digital key, this license is activated online and is compatible across cross-platform environments, ensuring streamlined deployment and compliance with official vendor guidelines.
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C4500E-IP-ES= Specifications
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
- Language Support
- English
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Renewable
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- Cross-Platform
- User Count
- Unlimited
- License Type
- Volume
- Device Count
- Unlimited
- Product Name
- C4500E IP TO ENT SVCS LICS
C4500E-IP-ES= Use Case
Campus Core Layer Routing with MPLS VPN Segmentation
In a multi-building campus network, the C4500E-IP-ES license enables advanced OSPF/BGP routing and MPLS VPN segmentation across 500+ access switches. By leveraging the Enterprise Services feature set, IT teams create isolated tenant networks, enforce policy-based traffic steering and reduce inter-VLAN latency by 40%, ensuring high-performance connectivity for critical applications.
Data Center VXLAN EVPN Overlay for Server Virtualization
A financial services data center deploys the C4500E-IP-ES license to activate VXLAN EVPN routing on its distribution switches, supporting seamless VM mobility across 1,000+ servers. The solution simplifies multi-tenancy, automates endpoint learning and cuts network provisioning time by 60%, accelerating application rollouts and strengthening security boundaries.
Service Provider Edge for Managed MPLS and QoS Services
A regional service provider equips its 4500E chassis with the IP-to-Enterprise Services license to deliver differentiated MPLS VPN and advanced QoS to SMB customers. The configuration supports 200+ VPN instances, enforces SLAs with class-based policing and improves throughput by 30%, enabling predictable performance for voice, video and IoT services.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C4500E-IP-ES= |  L-C4500E-LB-IP= |  L-C4500E-IP-ES |  L-C4500E-LB-ES= |  L-C4500E-IP-ES= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| License Type | Volume | Perpetual | Volume | Perpetual | Perpetual |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | Unlimited | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | Unlimited | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | C4500E IP TO ENT SVCS LICS | L-C4500E-LB-IP=-Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to IP Base software upgrade license | L-C4500E-IP-ES-UPG 4500E IP BASE TO ENTERPRISE SERVICES SOFTWARE LICENSE | Cisco Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to Enterprise Services IOS Upgrade License | L-C4500E-IP-ES=-Cisco Catalyst 4500E IP Base to Enterprise Services IOS upgrade license |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | N/A | No | N/A | N/A | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kenneth Bramwell
5
Reliable Cisco license for Catalyst 4500E.
L
Lewis Thornton
5
Improved scalability for enterprise core switching.
M
Malcolm Pierce
4
Activation was smooth with no compatibility issues.
N
Nigel Stanton
4
Solid upgrade for advanced network services.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco C4500E-IP-ES= license?
The Cisco C4500E-IP-ES= is an IP Enterprise Services license for Catalyst 4500E switches that unlocks advanced routing, multicast, QoS and security features.
Which features does the C4500E IP Enterprise Services license enable?
It enables OSPF, BGP, MPLS, advanced QoS, multicast routing, VPN services and enhanced security on Catalyst 4500E platforms.
Which Catalyst 4500E models support the C4500E-IP-ES= license?
All Cisco Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 6L-E and Supervisor Engine 6L-XL-E deployments support the IP Enterprise Services license.
Can I upgrade from IP Base to IP Enterprise Services on the Catalyst 4500E?
Yes, you can upgrade in the field by applying the C4500E-IP-ES= license key to convert IP Base functionality to full Enterprise Services.
How do I install the C4500E-IP-ES= license on my switch?
Use the Cisco License Install CLI command to upload the license file to Flash, then activate it with 'license install' and reload the switch.
How do I verify that the IP Enterprise Services license is active?
Run 'show license status' or 'show license feature' in the CLI; the IP-Enterprise-Services entry must be in 'Active, In Use' state.
Is Cisco Smart Licensing required for C4500E-IP-ES=?
Yes, Cisco Smart Licensing is recommended for automated tracking and management of your C4500E-IP-ES= entitlements.
Can I transfer the C4500E-IP-ES= license between devices?
Yes, you can export the license token from one switch and import it into another using Cisco Smart Software Manager or CLI commands.
Does the C4500E-IP-ES= license support IPv6 features?
Yes, it includes full IPv6 routing and multicast support, including OSPFv3, BGP4+, and IPv6 MPLS.
What are the prerequisites for deploying the IP Enterprise Services license?
Ensure your Catalyst 4500E supervisor runs a supported IOS XE release, has sufficient Flash storage, and is registered in Smart Licensing.
Do I need additional hardware modules to use C4500E-IP-ES=?
No additional hardware is required; the license is purely software-based and works with existing Supervisor Engine 6L-series cards.
How do I renew or extend my C4500E-IP-ES= license?
Purchase a renewal SKU from Cisco, then apply the updated license token via Smart Licensing or CLI to extend your entitlements.
What support and warranty does the C4500E-IP-ES= license include?
It includes Cisco’s limited software warranty and entitles you to TAC support and software updates for the license term.
How do I troubleshoot C4500E-IP-ES= activation errors?
Check your Smart Account connectivity, validate your license token with 'license smart reservation usage', and review 'show logging' for errors.
Can the IP Enterprise Services license be used on virtual platforms?
No, the C4500E-IP-ES= license is designed exclusively for physical Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine devices.
How can I order the Cisco C4500E-IP-ES= license?
Contact a Cisco authorized reseller or order online using SKU C4500E-IP-ES= through Cisco’s ordering portal or your preferred distributor.