Cisco Catalyst 2960XR DNA Essentials License
Unlock essential network management and security features for your Cisco Catalyst 2960XR switches with a 3-year DNA Essentials subscription license.
- Access to Essential Features: Gain critical network visibility, security, and automation capabilities.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain up-to-date software and licensing to meet regulatory and operational standards.
- Predictable Costs: Benefit from a subscription-based model for clear budgeting and financial planning.
- Continued Operation: Ensure uninterrupted network performance and access to Cisco support for the license term.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco DNA Essentials subscription license provides essential software features for your Cisco Catalyst 2960XR series switches. It unlocks capabilities for network assurance, security, and automation, ensuring your network operates efficiently and securely.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this license integrates with your existing Cisco hardware to enhance network control and visibility. It is designed for businesses that require reliable and manageable network infrastructure without the complexity of enterprise-level solutions.
- Network Assurance: Gain insights into network health and performance.
- Security Features: Enhance threat detection and mitigation capabilities.
- Automation Tools: Simplify network configuration and management tasks.
- Software Updates: Ensure access to the latest software releases and patches.
- Subscription Term: Provides licensing for a defined 3-year period.
This Cisco DNA Essentials license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to enhance their network capabilities with essential software features and predictable subscription costs.
What This Enables
Enable Network Visibility and Assurance
Enable teams to gain deep insights into network performance and health. Streamline troubleshooting by identifying and resolving issues faster with real-time analytics.
on-premises network infrastructure, managed switches, business continuity planning, IT operations management
Enhance Network Security Posture
Automate the enforcement of security policies across the network. Protect against emerging threats with integrated security features and timely software updates.
network security compliance, threat mitigation, access control management, IT risk reduction
Simplify Network Operations
Streamline routine network configuration and management tasks through centralized software features. Reduce manual effort and potential for human error in network administration.
IT resource optimization, operational efficiency, network device management, proactive maintenance
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials Software
Unlocks essential network management, security, and automation features for Catalyst 2960XR switches.
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable licensing costs and access to features for a defined period, simplifying budget management.
Network Assurance Capabilities
Offers insights into network health and performance, enabling faster issue resolution and improved user experience.
Security Enhancements
Improves the network's security posture through integrated threat detection and policy enforcement.
Automation Tools
Simplifies network operations by automating routine tasks, reducing administrative overhead.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust network security and compliance with strict data protection regulations, which DNA Essentials features help to address.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need reliable and secure network operations to manage sensitive patient data and critical medical systems, benefiting from enhanced visibility and control.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments demand stable and secure network connectivity for operational technology systems, where simplified management and assurance are key.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage large, diverse networks and require efficient tools for security, performance monitoring, and user access management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for Cisco Catalyst 2960XR series switches. Please verify compatibility with your specific model.
What is the term of this license?
This is a 3-year term license, providing access to the DNA Essentials features for that duration.
What happens at the end of the license term?
At the end of the 3-year term, the DNA Essentials features will no longer be accessible unless the subscription is renewed. You will need to purchase a new license to continue using these capabilities.
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.