Cisco ASR 902 Metro Services License | IOS XE, Metro Services — SLASR902-M

Keep Cisco ASR 902 deployments aligned to metro service requirements with the ASR 902 Metro Services license. This software licensing entitlement is designed for Cisco IOS XE environments and supports the feature access needed in metro network architectures. For teams managing carrier, aggregation, or edge infrastructure, the value is in maintaining a clear software boundary around the platform’s service capabilities. Unlike broad-purpose licensing, Metro Services is intended for deployments where the router’s role is tightly defined and operational consistency matters. That makes it a practical fit for service-provider networks and enterprise edge environments that depend on predictable platform behavior. The license model helps procurement and operations teams standardize feature enablement without introducing unnecessary complexity. For organizations investing in ASR 902 infrastructure, this license supports a more deliberate platform strategy. It helps preserve the operational profile of the router while keeping software entitlement aligned to the intended metro use case. That makes it easier to plan upgrades, maintain compliance, and keep the network architecture consistent across sites. Ideal For Metro edge routing in service-provider networks Cisco ASR 902 deployments requiring IOS XE feature entitlement Aggregation sites standardizing on metro services licensing Network infrastructure refreshes with defined platform licensing Why This Product 1 Platform-specific licensing keeps feature access aligned to ASR 902 use 2 IOS XE support matches Cisco routing environments 3 Metro Services focus suits carrier and edge deployments 4 Software licensing simplifies entitlement management versus ad hoc feature add-ons