Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series 3-Year Advantage Software Subscription
This 3-year Cisco Advantage software subscription unlocks advanced network capabilities and ensures continuous operation for your Cisco Catalyst 9500 series switches.
- Continuous Feature Access: Entitlement to the latest software features and security updates for your Cisco Catalyst 9500.
- Enhanced Network Visibility: Coverage for Cisco DNA Center and ISE licensing, providing deeper insights into network traffic and security posture.
- Subscription Certainty: Billing is managed on a subscription basis, simplifying budgeting and ensuring uninterrupted service for three years.
- Platform Optimization: Unlock the full potential of your Cisco hardware with essential software licenses designed for modern network demands.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Advantage subscription provides essential software licenses and support for Cisco Catalyst 9500 series switches over a three-year term. It includes entitlements for Cisco DNA Center and Identity Services Engine (ISE) capabilities, ensuring your network infrastructure is up-to-date with advanced features and security protocols.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this subscription integrates directly with your existing Cisco hardware. It's crucial for maintaining network performance, security, and compliance within your own business operations.
- Advanced Network Software: Unlocks features within Cisco DNA Center and ISE for enhanced network management and security.
- Three-Year Term: Provides predictable costs and continuous access to software and support for a defined period.
- Compliance and Security: Ensures your network adheres to security best practices and regulatory requirements through updated software.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamlines network operations with intelligent automation and visibility tools.
- Hardware Integration: Specifically licensed for Cisco Catalyst 9500 series network switches.
This Cisco Advantage subscription is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to maximize their network investment with essential software and ongoing support.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate network provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting across their infrastructure. Streamline daily operations and reduce manual intervention for faster issue resolution.
organizations with complex network topologies, businesses requiring rapid deployment of network services, teams managing distributed network environments
Enhance Network Security Posture
Streamline the implementation of granular network access control and security policies using Cisco ISE. Automate threat detection and response to protect sensitive business data.
businesses handling sensitive customer data, organizations with strict compliance requirements, companies operating in high-threat environments
Gain Deeper Network Visibility
Enable IT professionals to gain comprehensive visibility into network traffic patterns and device behavior through Cisco DNA Center. Proactively identify performance bottlenecks and security anomalies.
companies experiencing network performance issues, organizations needing to monitor user activity, businesses with large or growing network footprints
Key Features
Cisco DNA Center Entitlement
Gain centralized network management, automation, and assurance capabilities to simplify operations and improve network performance.
Cisco ISE Licensing
Implement robust network access control and security policies to protect your business network and data.
3-Year Subscription Term
Enjoy predictable budgeting and continuous access to software updates and support for three years, ensuring ongoing network health.
Catalyst 9500 Series Compatibility
Unlock the full potential of your Cisco Catalyst 9500 switches with software specifically designed for these high-performance platforms.
Software Updates and Patches
Maintain a secure and compliant network by automatically receiving the latest software features and critical security patches.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires high network availability, robust security for sensitive financial data, and compliance with stringent regulatory standards like PCI DSS.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Ensuring secure patient data (HIPAA compliance), maintaining critical network uptime for medical systems, and managing complex device connectivity are paramount.
Legal & Professional Services
Protecting confidential client information, ensuring reliable access to case management systems, and maintaining operational continuity are essential.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Securing operational technology (OT) networks, ensuring high availability for production systems, and managing device proliferation are key concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Advantage?
Cisco Advantage is a subscription offering that bundles essential software licenses and support for Cisco networking hardware. It ensures your devices have access to the latest features and ongoing technical assistance.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This specific license is designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9500 series of network switches.
What is the billing model?
This is a subscription-based license with a fixed term of three years, providing predictable costs and continuous service.
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.