Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Software Subscription - 3 Year Term
This 3-year Cisco Catalyst 9500 software subscription provides essential network intelligence and security features, ensuring your business operations remain compliant and efficient.
- Network Intelligence: Access Cisco DNA Center features for simplified network management and automation.
- Security Enhancement: Gain entitlement to 25 Cisco ISE licenses for robust identity and access control.
- Visibility & Control: Benefit from 25 Cisco Stealthwatch licenses for advanced threat detection and network visibility.
- Termed Subscription: Enjoy continuous access to software updates and support for a defined 3-year period.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series software subscription provides a 3-year term license for advanced network capabilities, including Cisco DNA Center, 25 Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) licenses, and 25 Cisco Stealthwatch licenses.
Designed for businesses seeking to modernize their network infrastructure, this subscription empowers IT teams to manage, secure, and gain deep visibility into their network operations, supporting environments with critical data and user access requirements.
- Cisco DNA Center: Enables intent-based networking, automation, and assurance for your Catalyst 9500 switches.
- Cisco ISE: Provides granular access control, policy enforcement, and security segmentation for users and devices.
- Cisco Stealthwatch: Offers advanced threat detection, network visibility, and security analytics to identify and mitigate risks.
- 3-Year Term: Ensures predictable costs and continuous access to software features and updates for a defined period.
- Compliance & Security: Helps meet regulatory requirements and protect sensitive business data through enhanced security controls.
This Cisco software subscription is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing advanced network control and security without the complexity of managing perpetual licenses.
What This Enables
Unlock Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate network provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting using Cisco DNA Center. Streamline operations and reduce manual errors for faster network deployments.
businesses with growing network complexity, organizations standardizing on Cisco hardware, teams managing distributed network locations
Strengthen Network Access Control
Implement granular security policies and enforce access controls for users and devices with Cisco ISE. Protect sensitive data by ensuring only authorized entities can access network resources.
companies handling sensitive customer data, organizations with BYOD policies, businesses requiring compliance with data privacy regulations
Detect and Respond to Threats
Gain deep visibility into network traffic and detect advanced threats with Cisco Stealthwatch. Proactively identify and mitigate security risks before they impact business operations.
businesses with critical IT infrastructure, organizations facing evolving cyber threats, teams needing to monitor network behavior for anomalies
Key Features
Cisco DNA Center
Automates network management and provides insights for improved operational efficiency.
Cisco ISE (25 Seats)
Enforces security policies and controls access for users and devices, enhancing data protection.
Cisco Stealthwatch (25 Seats)
Provides advanced threat detection and network visibility to identify and mitigate security risks.
3-Year Term License
Offers predictable costs and continuous access to software features and updates for a defined period.
Platform Licensing
Unlocks advanced capabilities on your Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent security and compliance measures to protect sensitive financial data and customer information, making advanced network access control and threat detection essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict regulations like HIPAA, necessitating robust security, data privacy, and network visibility to protect patient records.
Legal & Professional Services
Firms in this sector handle confidential client information and require secure, reliable network access and strong data protection to maintain client trust and confidentiality.
Manufacturing & Industrial
These environments often involve critical operational technology (OT) networks that require secure segmentation and monitoring to prevent disruptions and protect industrial control systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series software?
This refers to the advanced software features and services that can be enabled on Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series network switches. This subscription provides licenses for key components like DNA Center, ISE, and Stealthwatch.
What is the benefit of a term license?
A term license provides predictable costs over a set period, typically 3 or 5 years. It ensures you have continuous access to the latest software features and support without large upfront perpetual license fees.
Who is this subscription for?
This subscription is designed for businesses that use Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches and require advanced network management, security, and visibility features. It is suitable for SMB and mid-market companies looking for enterprise-grade capabilities.
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.