Cisco AnyConnect Apex Plus 5 Year SASU – 5000 User Subscription License

Unlock enterprise-grade secure remote access with Cisco AnyConnect Apex Plus, a robust 5-year SASU (Software Application Support and Upgrades) subscription designed for large-scale deployments. This offering covers up0000 users through a single, predictable license term, delivering ongoing software updates, upgrades, and priority support to keep your organization securely connected in today’s dynamic work environment. With 5-year validation baked in, you can rely on uninterrupted uptime, enhanced threat intelligence, and streamlined management across your endpoints, devices, and networks. Cisco AnyConnect Apex Plus is engineered to scale as your business grows, ensuring that 5,000 users can access critical applications and data with confidence—wherever they are, and on whatever device they choose. This SASU-backed subscription is more than a license; it’s a complete security posture for remote access that integrates seamlessly with Cisco’s broader security ecosystem, facilitating policy-driven access, strong authentication, and robust encryption across your entire organization.

• 5-Year SASU Coverage for 5,000 Users: Plan your budget with a long-term, predictable license that bundles Software Application Support and Upgrades for the entire term, reducing renewal friction while ensuring continuous access to the latest security features and improvements.
• Enterprise-Grade Secure Remote Access: Cisco AnyConnect Apex Plus delivers secure VPN capabilities, remote access to critical resources, and device posture checks that help enforce security compliance before allowing connections, protecting sensitive data across remote and hybrid work environments.
• Comprehensive Software Updates and Upgrades: Receive ongoing software updates, enhancements, and version upgrades included in the SASU, so your deployment stays current with evolving threat landscapes and Cisco security innovations without separate maintenance contracts.
• Scalable, Policy-Driven Access for 5,000 Users: This subscription is designed for large organizations that require scalable access controls, role-based permissions, and centralized policy enforcement across a distributed workforce and diverse endpoints.
• Simplified Management and Predictable Total Cost of Ownership: A single 5-year term consolidates licensing, support, and upgrades, simplifying procurement, licensing audits, and administration while delivering strong ROI through reduced downtime and faster incident response.

Technical Details of Cisco AnyConnect Apex Plus 5 Year SASU

• License Type: Subscription License with Software Application Support and Upgrades (SASU)
• Users Covered: 5,000
• Term Length: 5 years
• Includes: Software Application Support and Upgrades (SASU)
• Delivery Method: Electronic activation through Cisco portal or authorized partner portal
• Platform Support: Cross-platform compatibility across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android where AnyConnect is supported
• Security Features: Secure remote access via VPN, endpoint posture assessment, encryption, and threat intelligence updates
• Deployment Model: Flexible deployment with on-premises, cloud-managed, or hybrid configurations compatible with Cisco Secure Firewall and related security services
• Renewal Options: 5-year term with options for subsequent renewals under Cisco licensing programs

How to Install Cisco AnyConnect Apex Plus 5 Year SASU

• Step 1 — Activate Your SASU Entitlement: Access the Cisco Software Central portal or your authorized Cisco partner portal, sign in with your enterprise credentials, and activate the 5-year SASU entitlement for 5,000 users. Confirm that the license is assigned to your organizational unit and that the term is set to five years.
• Step 2 — Prepare Endpoints and Management Console: Identify the deployment model (on-premises, cloud-managed, or hybrid). Ensure endpoint inventory is up to date and that you have a centralized management console ready to deploy AnyConnect Apex Plus policies and configurations.
• Step 3 — Download and Package Selection: Retrieve the appropriate AnyConnect Apex Plus client packages for your OS spectrum (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android). Choose deployment bundles that align with your policy requirements and licensing scope.
• Step 4 — Install and Configure on Endpoints: Install the AnyConnect client on endpoints according to your standard software deployment process. Configure VPN settings, authentication methods (such as MFA where applicable), and posture checks to enforce security baselines before granting access.
• Step 5 — Validate and Monitor: Conduct end-to-end connectivity tests from representative user devices, verify tunnel establishment and data encryption, and confirm that the SASU entitlement is reflected in the management console. Monitor usage and health dashboards to optimize performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does 5 Year SASU include? The 5 Year SASU option includes Software Application Support and Upgrades for 5,000 users over a five-year term, delivering ongoing access to updates, improvements, and maintenance as part of the license.
• How many users does the license cover? The license covers up to 5,000 users, allowing organizations to scale as teams grow while maintaining a single, predictable subscription term.
• Can I renew after the 5-year term? Yes. After the 5-year term, you can renew under Cisco licensing programs to extend access, updates, and support based on current offerings and enterprise needs.
• What platforms are supported? Cisco AnyConnect Apex Plus supports multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, with cross-platform client packages designed for enterprise deployments.
• Is this suitable for remote work deployments? Absolutely. The solution is designed for secure remote access, enabling employees to connect from various locations while enforcing security policies and device posture checks.
• Does the SASU include new feature upgrades? Yes. The SASU entitlement includes software upgrades, ensuring you receive new features, performance improvements, and security enhancements as they are released by Cisco during the term.
• How is licensing managed? Licensing is managed through Cisco’s authorization portals and partner channels, with centralized visibility into entitlements, user counts, and renewal schedules for streamlined administration.