Cisco Threat Defense Threat Protection - 1 Appliance License

Elevate your organization's security posture with Cisco Threat Defense Threat Protection, a comprehensive term license designed for a single Cisco Threat Defense appliance. This license is part of the Security Choice Enterprise Agreement (EA) 2.0, delivering end-to-end protection that integrates threat intelligence, advanced detection, and proactive response across your network. Built for mid to large enterprises, it combines robust protection with streamlined procurement and lifecycle management, helping you stay ahead of evolving cyber threats without adding complexity to your security stack. With ongoing updates, cloud-delivered intelligence, and seamless integration with Cisco security products, this license empowers security teams to monitor, detect, and mitigate threats in real time while maintaining visibility and control. Whether you’re consolidating disparate security controls or expanding a mature security program, the 1 Appliance License provides a scalable foundation that aligns with Cisco’s trusted security architecture and EA-driven procurement.

• Single-appliance deployment: A focused, easy-to-manage protection point that simplifies network security operations by centralizing threat detection and response on one dedicated Cisco Threat Defense appliance, reducing complexity across your security stack.
• Term license under EA 2.0: This license is issued as a term license under Cisco’s Security Choice Enterprise Agreement (EA) 2.0, offering predictable renewal cycles and streamlined administration for enterprise customers.
• Continuous threat intelligence and updates: Benefit from ongoing threat intelligence feeds, signature updates, and defense enhancements delivered through Cisco’s security cloud, ensuring your defenses evolve alongside new attack techniques.
• Integrated security workflow: Seamless integration with Cisco’s security portfolio and management tools enables unified visibility, centralized policy orchestration, and coordinated response across your security fabric.
• Scalable protection with enterprise-grade reliability: Designed to support growing networks, this license provides dependable protection with enterprise-grade SLAs, support for scalable policy enforcement, and robust performance in real-world environments.

Technical Details of Cisco Threat Defense Threat Protection - 1 Appliance License

• License type: Term License
• Appliance scope: 1 Cisco Threat Defense appliance
• Product family: Cisco Threat Defense
• EA version: Security Choice Enterprise Agreement (EA) 2.0
• Contents: Ongoing threat intelligence updates and security content as defined by the EA terms
• Deployment model: On-premises appliance
• Management and renewal: Managed through Cisco’s licensing framework within the EA 2.0 program, with renewal aligned to enterprise agreement timelines

How to Install Cisco Threat Defense Threat Protection - 1 Appliance License

• Confirm eligibility and prepare the appliance: Verify that you have a single Cisco Threat Defense appliance eligible for a Term License under EA 2.0 and ensure the device has network connectivity, power, and access to your management network.
• Claim and assign the license: Access the Cisco licensing portal to claim the Threat Defense Threat Protection license and assign it to the specific appliance identified by its asset or serial number.
• Initial appliance setup: Power on the appliance, complete the initial setup via the local console or secure web interface, configure administrative access, and verify network reachability to policy servers and management endpoints.
• Policy and integration configuration: Deploy baseline security policies and integrate the Threat Defense appliance with your existing security ecosystem (firewalls, SIEM, endpoint protection, and security orchestration tools) to enable coordinated threat responses.
• Enable updates and monitor: Enable automatic threat intelligence updates, confirm connectivity to Cisco cloud services if applicable, and monitor the appliance through the management dashboard to validate protection status and policy enforcement.
• Operational readiness and lifecycle: Schedule regular policy reviews, set up alerting and reporting, and align maintenance windows with the EA 2.0 renewal cycle to ensure continued protection and compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does the Cisco Threat Defense Threat Protection - 1 Appliance License include? This is a term license for a single Cisco Threat Defense appliance under the Security Choice Enterprise Agreement (EA) 2.0, providing ongoing threat intelligence updates and access to security content as defined by the EA terms. It is designed to deliver continuous protection without the need for perpetual licensing on a per-feature basis.
• How long is the license valid? The license duration is defined by the Security Choice Enterprise Agreement (EA) 2.0. Exact dates, renewal terms, and eligibility are determined by your enterprise contract and Cisco account representative.
• Can I deploy this license on more than one appliance? The license described is specifically for 1 appliance. If your deployment requires protection on additional appliances, you would need to obtain additional licenses or a multi-appliance entitlement under your EA 2.0 agreement, in accordance with Cisco’s licensing terms.
• What kind of support is included? Support terms are governed by the Security Choice EA 2.0 agreement. Typically, enterprise-level support and updates are provided under the EA, with service levels defined in your contract and supplemented by Cisco’s standard support options.
• Is this license suitable for virtual deployments? The description refers to a 1 Appliance License, which implies an on-premises hardware appliance. For virtual deployments, consult Cisco licensing guidance or your EA 2.0 terms to determine the appropriate entitlement and deployment model.
• How do renewals work under EA 2.0? Renewal processes are managed through the Security Choice EA 2.0 program in coordination with your Cisco representative. Renewal timing, pricing, and scope are defined in your enterprise agreement and related orders.