Cisco SMARTnet ASR1001-X 8x5xNBD VPN+FW Bundle | Enterprise Service — CON-SNT-ASR100EC

Keep edge routing stable with Cisco SMARTnet support for the ASR1001-X platform. This service is structured for organizations that need dependable parts replacement and vendor-backed service coverage during business hours, without the cost of around-the-clock response. With 8x5 support and next-business-day parts replacement, it helps reduce the operational impact of hardware failures in environments running VPN and firewall functions on the router. That matters when the device sits at the network edge, where a delay in replacement can interrupt remote access, security policy enforcement, or branch connectivity. For teams balancing uptime requirements and service budgets, this coverage offers a practical middle ground: faster recovery than self-managed spares, with Cisco handling the exchange process. It is a strong fit for branch, campus edge, and distributed enterprise deployments where predictable support terms are worth paying for. Ideal For Supporting a branch edge router that carries VPN traffic and firewall functions Covering a campus or regional site where next-business-day replacement is acceptable Reducing downtime exposure for distributed enterprise routing infrastructure Replacing ad hoc spare-parts planning with vendor-managed service coverage Why This Product 1 Lower cost than 24x7 onsite coverage 2 Faster recovery than self-managed spares 3 Includes next-business-day parts replacement 4 Suited to business-hour edge operations