Cisco C9400 DNA Advantage Software License with Support, 3 Years
This Cisco DNA Advantage software license with 3 years of support unlocks advanced network automation and security features for your Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series platform.
- Access to Advanced Features: Gain entitlement to Cisco's latest network automation, security, and analytics capabilities.
- Continuous Operation: Ensure your network infrastructure remains operational and supported with 3 years of Cisco Smart Net Total Care.
- Compliance and Security: Meet regulatory requirements and enhance your security posture with integrated threat detection and policy enforcement.
- Predictable IT Spend: Benefit from a subscription-based model for software licensing and support, simplifying budgeting and IT overhead.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco C9400 DNA Advantage license with 3-year support provides advanced software features and essential maintenance for your Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series modular switches. This subscription unlocks capabilities for network automation, policy enforcement, and advanced security, ensuring your network operates efficiently and securely.
This licensing is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who require sophisticated network management without the complexity of enterprise-level infrastructure. It integrates directly into your existing Cisco Catalyst 9400 deployment, enhancing its functionality and ensuring ongoing operational readiness.
- Network Automation: Automate repetitive tasks for faster deployment and configuration.
- Advanced Security: Implement granular security policies and threat detection.
- Network Analytics: Gain deeper insights into network performance and user behavior.
- Software Subscription: Access the latest software features and updates through a predictable subscription model.
- 3-Year Support: Includes Cisco Smart Net Total Care for hardware replacement and technical assistance.
This Cisco DNA Advantage license is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to modernize their network infrastructure with advanced features and reliable support.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Orchestration
Enable teams to automate network provisioning, configuration, and policy updates across the infrastructure. Streamline operations and reduce manual errors for faster service delivery.
organizations with distributed network devices, teams managing complex configurations, businesses seeking operational efficiency
Enhance Network Security Posture
Automate the enforcement of security policies and gain visibility into network threats with integrated security features. Protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
businesses handling sensitive data, organizations with compliance requirements, networks requiring advanced threat detection
Improve Network Performance Visibility
Streamline the collection and analysis of network telemetry data to gain actionable insights into performance and user experience. Proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact operations.
IT departments monitoring network health, organizations focused on user experience, teams needing data-driven network decisions
Key Features
Cisco DNA Advantage Software
Unlocks advanced network automation, security, and analytics capabilities for enhanced operational efficiency and threat mitigation.
3-Year Subscription Term
Provides a predictable cost for software access and support over three years, simplifying budgeting and IT planning.
Cisco Smart Net Total Care
Ensures continuous network operation with hardware replacement, expert technical support, and access to software updates.
Platform Licensing
Applies to Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series modular switches, enhancing their core functionality and management capabilities.
Subscription Billing
Offers a flexible and scalable payment model, aligning IT expenses with ongoing service value.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance, which Cisco DNA Advantage provides through advanced threat detection and policy enforcement capabilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict data privacy regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure and reliable network operations supported by advanced security features.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments benefit from network automation and reliability to ensure continuous operations and efficient production processes, supported by DNA Advantage.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage large, diverse user bases and require scalable, secure network solutions that can be efficiently managed and automated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Advantage is a software subscription that unlocks advanced features for Cisco networking platforms, including automation, security, and analytics. It is designed to simplify network management and enhance operational efficiency.
What does the 3-year support include?
The 3-year support typically refers to Cisco Smart Net Total Care, which provides 24x7 access to Cisco TAC, hardware replacement services, and software updates to ensure your network infrastructure remains operational and secure.
Which Cisco hardware is this license for?
This specific license (9400-DNAX-A-3R) is for the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series modular switches, enhancing their capabilities with DNA Advantage features.
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.