Cisco Catalyst 2960X DNA Advantage License
The Cisco C2960X DNA Advantage license provides advanced network management and security features for your 2960X switches over a 3-year term.
- Advanced Features: Unlock sophisticated network automation, security, and analytics capabilities.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain up-to-date software and security patches for regulatory adherence.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamline network management and troubleshooting with intelligent tools.
- Extended Support: Benefit from 3 years of access to software updates and Cisco support.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco DNA Advantage subscription license is designed for the Catalyst 2960X series switches, providing enhanced software features and capabilities for network management, security, and automation. It ensures your network infrastructure is equipped with the latest tools for optimal performance and protection over the specified 3-year term.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in small to mid-market businesses utilize this license to gain deeper insights into their network traffic, automate routine tasks, and bolster security posture. It integrates directly with the Cisco Catalyst 2960X platform, enhancing its functionality within existing network environments.
- Enhanced Network Visibility: Gain deeper insights into network performance and user activity.
- Automated Network Operations: Simplify configuration and management through intelligent automation.
- Advanced Security Features: Implement robust security policies and threat detection mechanisms.
- Software Updates & Support: Ensure access to the latest software releases and technical assistance.
- License Compliance: Maintain a compliant software environment with a valid subscription.
This Cisco DNA Advantage license is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to elevate their network capabilities without the overhead of enterprise-grade hardware.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate routine network configurations and policy deployments across their infrastructure. Streamline operations and reduce the potential for human error in network management.
organizations with distributed network devices, teams managing multiple switch stacks, businesses standardizing network configurations
Enhance Network Security Posture
Automate the enforcement of security policies and gain visibility into potential threats across the network. Protect sensitive business data and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
businesses handling sensitive customer data, organizations with remote or hybrid workforces, companies requiring granular access control
Improve Network Performance Monitoring
Streamline the process of monitoring network health and performance with advanced analytics. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks proactively to ensure business application availability.
companies reliant on real-time business applications, organizations with high network traffic volumes, teams needing to optimize user experience
Key Features
Cisco DNA Advantage Software
Unlocks advanced network automation, security, and analytics capabilities for your Cisco Catalyst 2960X switches.
3-Year Term License
Provides continuous access to features and updates for a predictable period, simplifying budgeting and planning.
Enhanced Security Features
Strengthens your network defenses with advanced threat detection and policy enforcement tools.
Network Automation Tools
Reduces manual effort in configuration and management, improving operational efficiency and reducing errors.
Software Updates and Support
Ensures your network runs on the latest, most secure software versions with access to Cisco technical assistance.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance to protect sensitive data and adhere to strict regulatory standards, which DNA Advantage features help to ensure.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain high levels of network security and data integrity to comply with HIPAA and other regulations, benefiting from DNA Advantage's advanced security capabilities.
Retail & Hospitality
These sectors rely on stable and secure networks for point-of-sale systems and customer data management, where DNA Advantage can improve performance and security.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often require reliable network performance and security for operational technology (OT) systems, which can be enhanced and managed with DNA Advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Advantage is a software subscription that provides advanced features for network management, automation, and security on compatible Cisco switches. It is designed to enhance network visibility and operational efficiency.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This specific license, C2960X-DNA-A-24-3Y, is for the Cisco Catalyst 2960X series switches.
What is the term of this license?
This is a 3-year term license, meaning the subscription and access to its features are valid for three years from the activation date.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.