Cisco Catalyst 9300 DNA Essentials License with Support, 5 Years
This Cisco DNA Essentials license provides advanced network management capabilities for your Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches over a 5-year term.
- Access to: Advanced network automation, security, and analytics features for enhanced visibility and control.
- Coverage for: Software updates and technical support, ensuring your network remains secure and operational.
- Protection against: Licensing non-compliance and outdated software, mitigating security risks and operational disruptions.
- Entitlement to: Continued access to Cisco's latest network innovations and expert support throughout the 5-year term.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 DNA Essentials license unlocks essential software features for your Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. This subscription provides access to foundational automation, security, and assurance capabilities, along with Cisco's TAC support for the duration of the term.
This license is designed for businesses that require streamlined network operations and enhanced security posture without the complexity of enterprise-level overhead. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals managing networks in SMB and mid-market organizations, integrating directly into their existing Cisco infrastructure.
- Network Automation: Automate repetitive tasks for faster deployment and configuration.
- Security Features: Enhance network security with policy enforcement and threat detection.
- Network Analytics: Gain insights into network performance and user behavior.
- Software Support: Receive technical assistance and software updates from Cisco.
- Subscription Term: A 5-year license term provides predictable costs and continuous access to features.
This Cisco DNA Essentials license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to modernize their network management with essential automation and security tools.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Orchestration
Enable teams to automate network configurations and policy deployments across their infrastructure. Streamline device provisioning and reduce manual errors, leading to faster service delivery.
On-premises data centers, multi-site branch offices, campus networks
Enhance Network Security Posture
Streamline the implementation of network security policies and gain visibility into potential threats. Automate compliance checks and enforce access controls to protect sensitive business data.
Networks requiring granular access control, environments with regulatory compliance needs, distributed enterprise locations
Improve Network Visibility and Assurance
Automate the collection of network performance data and user experience metrics. Enable IT professionals to proactively identify and resolve network issues before they impact business operations.
Networks with critical application performance requirements, environments with a high volume of user traffic, IT departments focused on operational efficiency
Key Features
Cisco DNA Center Essentials
Provides a centralized platform for network automation, policy management, and assurance, simplifying complex network operations.
Software Subscription Model
Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to the latest software features and security updates.
5-Year Term
Ensures long-term access to essential network capabilities and support, aligning with business planning cycles.
Cisco TAC Support
Provides access to expert technical assistance for troubleshooting and issue resolution, minimizing network downtime.
Network Analytics
Delivers insights into network health and performance, enabling proactive management and optimization.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector demands high levels of security and compliance, which Cisco DNA Essentials supports through policy automation and threat detection capabilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Ensuring network uptime and data integrity is critical; DNA Essentials provides assurance features and robust support to maintain operational continuity.
Retail & Hospitality
Organizations in this sector often manage distributed locations and require simplified network management and consistent security policies, which this license enables.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Maintaining reliable network performance for operational technology is key; DNA Essentials offers automation and visibility to support these critical environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software subscription that provides foundational automation, security, and assurance capabilities for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. It is designed to simplify network management for businesses.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically for the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. The MPN indicates it is for a 24-port model.
What is the term of this license?
This is a 5-year subscription license, providing continuous access to features and support for that duration.
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.