Cisco NGIPSv IPS Apps and URL on ISR 4331 | Security Subscription — FP4331-TAC-SMS-1K

Add deeper inspection and policy control to an ISR 4331 deployment with Cisco NGIPSv IPS, apps, and URL capability. This package is designed for environments that want to strengthen branch security directly on the router platform, reducing the need for separate appliances while preserving control over traffic, applications, and web access. For distributed enterprises, the value is in consolidating security functions where traffic already enters and exits the site. That can simplify branch architecture, reduce rack complexity, and help security teams enforce consistent policy closer to users and workloads. The SMS-1000 sizing indicates a controlled deployment scope, making it a practical fit for organizations standardizing branch protection across a defined footprint. This is a strong choice when procurement needs a software-based security add-on that aligns with an existing Cisco ISR 4331 investment. It supports a more efficient branch stack while giving network and security teams the inspection depth they need to manage risk, application usage, and URL-based access policy. Ideal For Branch office security on Cisco ISR 4331 routers Application and URL policy enforcement at distributed sites Security consolidation for router-based edge deployments Standardized branch protection across a fixed site count Why This Product 1 Adds IPS, app, and URL controls to ISR 4331 2 Consolidates branch security on the router platform 3 Sized for SMS-1000 deployments 4 Avoids separate security appliance sprawl