Cisco 48-Port Network and DNA Advantage Upgrade License (7 Year)
This 7-year Cisco license upgrades your 48-port network devices to the advanced capabilities of Cisco DNA Advantage, ensuring enhanced network functionality and support.
- Enhanced Network Capabilities: Unlock advanced features for routing, security, and automation with DNA Advantage.
- Extended Support & Updates: Benefit from 7 years of access to software updates, bug fixes, and Cisco technical support.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain up-to-date software and security patches to meet regulatory and internal policy requirements.
- Future-Proofing: Ensure your network infrastructure remains current and capable of supporting evolving business needs.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a 7-year subscription license that upgrades Cisco Catalyst 9300L series 48-port network switches from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage. It unlocks advanced features for network automation, security, and analytics, ensuring your network infrastructure is optimized and secure.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who need to manage and enhance their network infrastructure. It fits into environments where network performance, security, and efficient management are critical for business operations.
- Advanced Network Automation: Automate device provisioning, configuration, and policy enforcement across your network.
- Enhanced Security Features: Gain access to advanced security capabilities like Trustworthy Solutions and segmentation.
- Network Analytics and Telemetry: Utilize detailed insights into network performance and user behavior for better troubleshooting and planning.
- Software Subscription: Operates on a subscription model, providing access to features and support for the licensed term.
- Platform Specific: Designed for Cisco Catalyst 9300L series 48-port switches.
Upgrade your network infrastructure with Cisco DNA Advantage for enhanced control, security, and operational efficiency.
What This Enables
Unlock Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate device provisioning, configuration updates, and policy deployments across their network infrastructure. Streamline repetitive tasks and reduce the potential for human error in network management.
wired networks, multi-site deployments, centralized management, IT operations teams
Strengthen Network Security Posture
Implement advanced security features such as network segmentation and enhanced threat detection capabilities. Protect sensitive business data and ensure compliance with security policies and industry regulations.
security-conscious environments, compliance-driven operations, distributed workforces, critical infrastructure
Gain Deeper Network Visibility
Utilize advanced telemetry and analytics to monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and troubleshoot issues proactively. Optimize resource utilization and improve end-user experience.
performance-sensitive applications, IT support desks, network monitoring, capacity planning
Key Features
Cisco DNA Advantage Software
Provides advanced network automation, security, and analytics capabilities for enhanced network control and visibility.
7-Year Subscription Term
Ensures long-term access to software features and support, offering predictable costs and continuous updates.
Upgrade from DNA Essentials
Unlocks more sophisticated features beyond basic network management, suitable for growing and complex environments.
Support for 48-Port Switches
Specifically designed to enhance the functionality of Cisco Catalyst 9300L series 48-port network switches.
Access to Software Updates
Guarantees that your network devices run on the latest, most secure, and feature-rich software versions.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust security and compliance, which Cisco DNA Advantage's advanced security features and software currency help to maintain. The 7-year term aligns with long-term IT investment cycles.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure, reliable networks to protect sensitive patient data and ensure operational continuity, making the advanced security and support of DNA Advantage critical. Compliance with HIPAA is a key driver.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments benefit from network automation and visibility to optimize operations and ensure uptime. DNA Advantage's capabilities support the integration of IT and OT networks.
Legal & Professional Services
Firms in this sector handle confidential client information and require strong security and compliance measures. DNA Advantage provides the tools to secure the network and maintain data privacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Advantage is a software subscription that provides advanced features for network automation, security, and analytics, going beyond the capabilities of DNA Essentials. It is designed to help organizations manage their networks more efficiently and securely.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This specific license upgrade applies to Cisco Catalyst 9300L series 48-port network switches. It is crucial to verify compatibility with your exact hardware model.
What does the 7-year term mean?
The 7-year term signifies that your subscription to the DNA Advantage features and associated support is valid for seven years from the activation date. This includes access to software updates and technical assistance during this period.
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.