Cisco Catalyst 9300 Essentials Term License with DNA and ISE
This 5-year Cisco Catalyst 9300 Essentials Term License provides essential network capabilities, including DNA and ISE, to ensure your business network operates efficiently and securely.
- Network Access Control: Entitlement to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Base licenses for granular access control and policy enforcement.
- Software Access: Access to Cisco DNA Essentials software, enabling foundational network automation, assurance, and security features.
- License Term: Coverage for a full 5-year term, ensuring continuous access to software updates and support without interruption.
- Compliance Assurance: Protection against licensing non-compliance and ensuring access to features required for regulatory adherence.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Catalyst 9300 Essentials Term License subscription provides 5 years of access to Cisco DNA Essentials and 25 ISE Base licenses, designed for the Catalyst 9300 platform. It unlocks foundational software features for network automation, policy enforcement, and security.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this licensing to manage their wired network infrastructure. It integrates with their existing Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches, enabling advanced visibility and control over network access and device behavior.
- Cisco DNA Essentials: Enables basic network automation, programmability, and assurance capabilities for your Catalyst 9300 switches.
- ISE Base Licenses: Provides 25 licenses for Cisco Identity Services Engine, allowing for policy-based access control and security segmentation.
- 5-Year Term: Guarantees software access and support for a fixed 5-year period, simplifying budgeting and ensuring long-term operational continuity.
- Platform Specific: Tailored for deployment on Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.
- Subscription Billing: Offers predictable operational expenditure with a recurring subscription model for software access.
This Cisco Essentials Term License is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking predictable costs and essential network software features for their Catalyst 9300 infrastructure.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Assurance
Enable teams to automate network provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting tasks across their Catalyst 9300 switches. Streamline network operations and reduce manual errors with foundational Cisco DNA Essentials features.
wired networks, managed switches, IT automation initiatives, operational efficiency goals
Implement Granular Access Control
Automate the enforcement of security policies based on user identity and device posture using Cisco ISE Base licenses. Protect sensitive business data by controlling who and what can access the network.
security-conscious environments, BYOD policies, multi-user networks, compliance requirements
Ensure Software Compliance and Support
Protect against licensing lapses and ensure continuous access to software updates and vendor support for a full 5-year term. Maintain network stability and security with up-to-date software versions.
long-term IT planning, risk mitigation strategies, operational continuity, budget predictability
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials
Provides foundational network automation, assurance, and programmability for your Catalyst 9300 switches, simplifying management and improving operational efficiency.
25 Cisco ISE Base Licenses
Enables granular access control and policy enforcement, enhancing network security by verifying user and device identity before granting access.
5-Year Term License
Guarantees continuous access to software features and updates for five years, offering predictable costs and long-term operational stability.
Subscription Billing
Allows for operational expenditure budgeting with recurring payments, making advanced network software more accessible for SMB and mid-market businesses.
Catalyst 9300 Platform Specific
Ensures seamless integration and optimal performance with your existing Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance, making Cisco ISE's access control and DNA's network management essential for protecting sensitive data and meeting regulatory demands like PCI DSS.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must adhere to strict data privacy regulations such as HIPAA, necessitating secure network access controls and reliable network operations that Cisco ISE and DNA Essentials provide.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations handle confidential client information, requiring strong network security and controlled access to resources, which this Cisco licensing supports.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments benefit from network automation and assurance to maintain operational uptime and security for critical production systems, supported by Cisco DNA Essentials.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software subscription that provides foundational capabilities for network automation, assurance, and programmability on Cisco Catalyst switches. It helps simplify network operations and improve visibility.
What does Cisco ISE Base provide?
Cisco ISE Base licenses enable policy-based network access control. They allow you to define and enforce security policies based on user identity, device type, and security posture, enhancing your network's security.
Can this license be used on other Cisco switch models?
This specific license is designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. Compatibility with other models may require different licensing options.
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.