Cisco DNA Advantage for C9500 High SMS-1 License
Cisco DNA Advantage for C9500 High SMS-1 provides essential software capabilities to enhance your network's security, automation, and visibility for a 1-year term.
- Access to Advanced Features: Unlock intelligent network insights, automated provisioning, and enhanced security policies.
- Coverage for Network Operations: Ensure your C9500 switches are running with the latest software features and security updates.
- Protection Against Outdated Systems: Maintain compliance and avoid security vulnerabilities by staying current with Cisco's software.
- Entitlement to Software Updates: Receive ongoing software updates and access to new features throughout the subscription term.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Cisco DNA Advantage software subscription license specifically for the C9500 High platform, providing advanced network management and security features. It enables enhanced automation, policy enforcement, and visibility across your network infrastructure for a defined subscription period.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to gain deeper control over their Cisco network hardware. It integrates with existing network deployments, offering a pathway to modernize operations and improve security posture without requiring a complete hardware overhaul.
- Enhanced Network Automation: Automate device provisioning, configuration, and policy deployment.
- Intelligent Network Insights: Gain deeper visibility into network traffic, user behavior, and application performance.
- Advanced Security Features: Implement granular security policies, threat detection, and access control.
- Simplified Network Management: Centralize network management and troubleshooting through a unified platform.
- Subscription-Based Licensing: Benefit from predictable costs and continuous access to the latest software features.
This Cisco DNA Advantage subscription is ideal for businesses seeking to modernize their network operations with advanced automation and security features.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate repetitive network configuration tasks and device provisioning. Streamline the deployment of new network services and ensure consistent policy application across the infrastructure.
on-premises data centers, campus networks, branch office deployments, hybrid cloud environments
Enhance Network Security Posture
Automate the enforcement of granular security policies and gain real-time threat detection capabilities. Protect sensitive business data by implementing advanced access controls and segmentation.
regulated industries, businesses with remote workforces, organizations handling sensitive customer data, networks with critical infrastructure
Gain Deeper Network Visibility
Streamline network monitoring by accessing intelligent insights into application performance and user behavior. Improve troubleshooting efficiency by quickly identifying and resolving network issues.
performance-sensitive operations, businesses with complex application stacks, IT teams focused on user experience, networks requiring detailed analytics
Key Features
Cisco DNA Center Integration
Centralize network management and automation through a single platform, simplifying operations and reducing manual effort.
Advanced Security Policies
Implement granular security controls to protect your network and data from evolving threats.
Network Analytics and Assurance
Gain deep insights into network performance and user experience to proactively identify and resolve issues.
Software Subscription Model
Benefit from predictable costs and continuous access to the latest innovations and security updates from Cisco.
Automation of Provisioning
Reduce deployment times and errors by automating the setup and configuration of network devices.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance features to protect sensitive data and meet regulatory demands, which Cisco DNA Advantage provides through advanced threat detection and policy enforcement.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure and reliable networks to manage patient data and critical medical devices, benefiting from the enhanced security and visibility offered by Cisco DNA Advantage.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments demand high network availability and security for operational technology (OT) systems, making Cisco DNA Advantage's automation and security features crucial for maintaining uptime and integrity.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client information and require strong data protection, which can be bolstered by the advanced security and access control capabilities of Cisco DNA Advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Advantage is a software subscription that unlocks advanced features for network automation, security, and analytics on Cisco Catalyst platforms like the C9500 series. It provides enhanced capabilities beyond basic network operation.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This specific license, C9500-DA-SMS1, is designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9500 High platform switches. It enhances the functionality of these specific hardware devices.
What is the term of this subscription?
This subscription is typically offered on an annual basis, as indicated by the 'SMS-1' in the product code, signifying a 1-year term. Renewal is required to maintain access to features and support.
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.