Introduction to SSM On-Prem
Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem (SSM On-Prem) is an IT Asset Management solution designed to help customers administer Cisco products and licenses directly on their premises. It extends the capabilities of Cisco Smart Software Manager, offering a flexible solution for managing assets, particularly in environments where direct reporting to Cisco.com is not feasible, such as air-gapped networks.
SSM On-Prem provides a comprehensive workspace for managing licenses through Smart Licensing, supporting various deployment models and customer needs. It is suitable for customers who need to manage their assets on-premises, comply with policies that restrict direct reporting, or operate in air-gapped environments.
Key Features and Capabilities
The SSM On-Prem solution offers several key features:
- On-Premises Asset Management: Enables customers to manage their Cisco product assets and licenses locally.
- Smart Licensing Support: Facilitates tracking and managing licenses through Cisco's Smart Licensing platform.
- Flexible Connectivity: Provides options for both online and offline connectivity to Cisco.
- Managed Service License Agreement (MSLA) Support: Aggregates usage-based measurements and relays them for rating and billing.
- Scalability: Supports up to 300,000 product instances with a maximum of 25,000 Product Instances per account.
- Multi-Tenancy: Supports multiple local accounts, catering to diverse organizational structures.
Getting Started
To begin using SSM On-Prem, ensure you have access to a Cisco Smart Account. The guide details system requirements, including hardware-based deployment options and supported web browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer. It also outlines the initial login procedure and basic component configurations.
For more detailed information and support, refer to the official Cisco documentation, including:
- Cisco Smart Software On-Prem Quick Start Guide
- Cisco Smart Software On-Prem Installation Guide
- Cisco Smart Software On-Prem Console Reference Guide
For further assistance, customers can visit the Cisco website at www.cisco.com.
