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What is a Cisco ISR 1100 router license?
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A Cisco ISR 1100 router license is a software entitlement that unlocks advanced features and performance tiers on the ISR 1100 series, including security, WAN optimization, and application services.
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Which license tiers are available for Cisco ISR 1100 routers?
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Cisco ISR 1100 routers offer IP Base, Security, Application Experience, Unified Communications, and Data licenses, each enabling progressively advanced routing, security, and application capabilities.
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How do I upgrade my Cisco ISR 1100 license?
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To upgrade, purchase the desired license SKU, download the activation file from Cisco Software Central, and install it via the router CLI or Cisco DNA Center for instant feature enablement.
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How do I activate a Cisco ISR 1100 router license?
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Use the ‘license install <file>’ CLI command with the license file provided by Cisco, then verify activation with ‘show license status’ to confirm feature availability.
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Can I transfer a Cisco ISR 1100 license to another device?
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Yes, Cisco’s Smart Licensing permits one-time transfers between ISR 1100 devices via Cisco Smart Software Manager by deactivating on the source and activating on the target router.
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What features does the Security License provide on ISR 1100?
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The Security License enables zone-based firewalling, intrusion prevention (IPS), secure VPN, URL filtering, and advanced threat defense using Cisco’s integrated security engine.
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What’s included in the Application Experience License?
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The Application Experience License adds WAN optimization, application visibility and control (AVC), Cisco Boost, and performance monitoring for superior application delivery.
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How long is the Cisco ISR 1100 license valid?
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Perpetual licenses remain valid indefinitely on the designated device, while subscription-based Smart Licenses require annual renewal to maintain entitlements and software updates.
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Can I use a trial license on a Cisco ISR 1100 router?
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Yes, Cisco offers 60-day trial licenses for advanced features; request a trial from Cisco Software Central and install the generated license file on your ISR 1100.
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What is the difference between IP Base and IP Services on ISR 1100?
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IP Base provides essential Layer 3 routing and limited security, whereas IP Services (or Security License) unlocks advanced routing protocols, full security suites, and VPN services.
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How do I check the current license status on my ISR 1100?
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Run the ‘show license summary’ or ‘show license status’ command in the CLI to view installed licenses, usage, and expiration details at a glance.
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What is Cisco Smart Software Licensing for ISR 1100?
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Cisco Smart Software Licensing is a cloud-based entitlement management system that automates registration, deployment, compliance tracking, and renewals for ISR 1100 licenses.
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How do I renew my Cisco ISR 1100 Smart License?
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Log into Cisco Smart Software Manager, select the expiring license, purchase a renewal, then synchronize your router with the portal using ‘license smart renew’.
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Which part numbers correspond to ISR 1100 licenses?
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Common SKUs include ISR1100-IPB-K9 for IP Base, ISR1100-SEC-K9 for Security, ISR1100-APPX-K9 for App Experience, and ISR1100-UC-K9 for Unified Communications.
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How does the license affect ISR 1100 router throughput?
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Licenses unlock hardware-based acceleration for VPN, firewall, and application services; higher tiers enable full line-rate throughput for encrypted and optimized traffic.
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Do I need a separate license for VoIP on ISR 1100 routers?
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Yes, deploy the Unified Communications license (ISR1100-UC-K9) to enable Cisco Unified Communications features, including voice, video, and collaboration services.
