Security Subscription Included with Initial Purchase - FirePower

[digitalflaunt]

I apologize ahead of time if this question has already been asked, but my organization is considering purchasing several Firepower appliances for our business.  I'm trying to figure out what is included in regards to IPS/AV/Malware/etc protection the initial (first time) purchase if any.  Just trying to determine if this is an additional cost on top of the initial purchase price or not.

Any help answering this question would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Jesse

[balaji.bandi]

Hope below information help you :

https://docs.defenseorchestrator.com/Configuration_Guides/Onboard_Devices_and_Services/Onboard_Firepower_Threat_Defense_Devices/FTD_Licensing_Types

FAQ :

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/security/firepower/licensing/faq/firepower-license-FAQ.html#id_50467

[Marvin Rhoads]

In addition to the links that @balaji.bandi shareed, basically almost everything requires you purchase a subscription or term-based license. Those should be discussed and included in your initial purchase (albeit as separate line items); but if you are buying from a less knowledgeable or engaged vendor you may not be guided in that process.