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Cisco DCN Advantage Term N9800 Modular 8 Slot, 5 Year Subscription
Cisco·MPN: C1A1TN9800M8-5Y

Cisco DCN Advantage Term N9800 Modular 8 Slot, 5 Year Subscription

This 5-year Cisco DCN Advantage subscription license unlocks advanced network capabilities for your N9800 modular 8-slot platform, ensuring continued operation and feature access.

  • License Term: 5-year subscription providing predictable access to software features and support.
  • Platform Coverage: Specifically designed for the Cisco N9800 modular 8-slot platform.
  • Feature Access: Enables advanced data center networking features and ongoing software updates.
  • Compliance & Support: Ensures your network remains compliant and benefits from Cisco's technical assistance.
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Product Overview

This is a 5-year subscription license for Cisco's Data Center Networking (DCN) Advantage software, specifically for the N9800 modular 8-slot platform. It provides access to advanced features, ongoing software updates, and essential support services, ensuring your network infrastructure operates at peak performance and remains compliant with industry standards.

IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to enhance their data center network's capabilities. It integrates directly with the N9800 hardware, offering a cost-effective way to manage complex network environments without the overhead of traditional enterprise solutions.

  • Advanced Feature Set: Unlock sophisticated routing, switching, and security functionalities.
  • Software Updates: Receive regular updates and new feature releases throughout the 5-year term.
  • Technical Support: Access to Cisco's expert technical assistance for issue resolution.
  • Platform Specific: Tailored for the Cisco N9800 modular 8-slot chassis.
  • Subscription Model: Predictable operational expense with a clear 5-year lifecycle.

This Cisco DCN Advantage subscription is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to maximize their N9800 platform investment with essential features and support.

What This Enables

Enable Advanced Data Center Network Features

Enable teams to deploy sophisticated routing, switching, and security functionalities on their N9800 platform. Streamline network operations with access to the latest software innovations and performance enhancements.

data center operations, network infrastructure, IT modernization, business continuity

Ensure Software Compliance and Up-to-Date Security

Automate the process of maintaining software compliance and security patches for the N9800 platform. Protect sensitive business data by ensuring your network runs on supported and secure software versions.

network security, regulatory compliance, IT asset management, risk mitigation

Streamline Network Management and Support

Streamline network management by providing a predictable 5-year term for software access and technical support. Reduce operational overhead by having direct access to Cisco's expert assistance for troubleshooting.

IT operations, network administration, cost management, operational efficiency

Key Features

Cisco DCN Advantage Software

Unlocks advanced data center networking capabilities for enhanced performance and functionality.

5-Year Subscription Term

Provides predictable costs and continuous access to software and support for a defined period.

N9800 Modular 8-Slot Platform Specific

Ensures optimal compatibility and performance tailored to your specific Cisco hardware.

Ongoing Software Updates

Keeps your network secure and up-to-date with the latest features and patches.

Cisco Technical Support

Offers access to expert assistance for troubleshooting and issue resolution.

Industry Applications

Finance & Insurance

Financial institutions require highly available, secure, and compliant networks to handle sensitive transactions and data, making advanced features and reliable support critical for their operations.

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Healthcare providers must maintain strict data privacy and network uptime to ensure patient care and comply with regulations like HIPAA, necessitating robust and continuously updated network infrastructure.

Manufacturing & Industrial

Industrial operations rely on stable and high-performance networks for automation, IoT, and real-time data processing, demanding reliable access to advanced networking features and ongoing support.

Retail & Hospitality

Retail and hospitality businesses need secure and scalable networks to manage point-of-sale systems, customer Wi-Fi, and inventory management, benefiting from features that enhance performance and security.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cisco DCN Advantage?

Cisco DCN Advantage is a software subscription that provides advanced features, ongoing updates, and support for Cisco's data center networking platforms like the N9800 series. It is designed to enhance network performance, security, and operational efficiency.

What hardware does this license apply to?

This specific license, C1A1TN9800M8-5Y, is for the Cisco N9800 modular platform with an 8-slot chassis. It is crucial to ensure compatibility with your existing hardware configuration.

What does the 5-year term entail?

The 5-year term means you have continuous access to the DCN Advantage software features and Cisco's technical support for your N9800 platform for five years from the activation date. This provides budget predictability and ensures your network remains current.

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.

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