Cisco 48-Port Network and DNA Advantage Upgrade License (3 Year)
Enhance your Cisco network infrastructure with a 3-year upgrade license for DNA Advantage, unlocking advanced security and automation capabilities.
- License Term: 3-year subscription providing continuous access to advanced features and support.
- Billing Model: Annual subscription billing ensures predictable IT operational expenses.
- Platform Upgrade: Transitions your Cisco network from DNA Essentials to the more capable DNA Advantage.
- Value: Gain access to enhanced security, automation, and network visibility features.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco 48-Port Network and DNA Essentials to Network and DNA Advantage Upgrade License provides a 3-year subscription to unlock advanced network capabilities. It enables a transition from DNA Essentials to the more feature-rich DNA Advantage software suite, offering enhanced security, automation, and analytics for your Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches.
This license is designed for businesses that utilize Cisco networking hardware and require more sophisticated network management and security features. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations looking to optimize their network operations, improve security posture, and ensure compliance without the overhead of enterprise-level infrastructure.
- Unlock Advanced Features: Gain access to security, assurance, and automation capabilities included in Cisco DNA Advantage.
- 3-Year Subscription: Provides a defined period of access to software features and updates.
- Compliance and Security: Helps maintain compliance and enhance network security with advanced threat detection and policy enforcement.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamlines network management and troubleshooting through centralized control and automation.
- Scalable Solution: Supports network growth by providing access to enhanced features as business needs evolve.
Empower your IT team with advanced network intelligence and security through this Cisco DNA Advantage upgrade license.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Security Features
Enable teams to deploy advanced threat detection, segmentation, and policy enforcement capabilities. Streamline security operations with automated responses to network events.
on-premises network, multi-site deployments, wired and wireless networks, network security management
Automate Network Configuration and Provisioning
Automate the deployment and configuration of network devices, reducing manual effort and potential errors. Streamline the onboarding of new devices and services across the network.
network infrastructure management, IT operations efficiency, device lifecycle management, centralized control
Enhance Network Visibility and Analytics
Streamline network monitoring and troubleshooting with advanced analytics and insights into network performance. Enable teams to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact users.
network performance monitoring, IT troubleshooting, operational intelligence, data-driven decision making
Key Features
Cisco DNA Advantage Software
Unlocks advanced security, automation, and assurance features for your network infrastructure.
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable access to software features and updates for a defined period.
Upgrade from DNA Essentials
Allows transition to a more robust feature set without immediate hardware replacement.
Centralized Network Management
Simplifies network operations and policy enforcement through a single interface.
Enhanced Security Capabilities
Improves threat detection, mitigation, and network segmentation for better protection.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Requires robust security and compliance features to protect sensitive financial data and meet regulatory requirements like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Needs strong network security and segmentation to safeguard patient data (HIPAA compliance) and ensure reliable operations for critical systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Benefits from network automation and visibility to manage complex operational technology (OT) environments and ensure uptime for production lines.
Education & Research
Requires scalable network solutions to manage a large number of users and devices, with features for policy enforcement and security across campus networks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardware is this license compatible with?
This license is designed for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series 48-port switches. Please verify your specific hardware model for compatibility.
What is the difference between DNA Essentials and DNA Advantage?
DNA Advantage offers a more comprehensive set of features compared to DNA Essentials, including advanced security, automation, and assurance capabilities for network management and operations.
How is the billing handled for this subscription?
This is a 3-year subscription license, typically billed annually. Specific billing terms will be outlined at the time of purchase.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.