Cisco DNA Advantage Software Subscription for Catalyst 3850 Series
This Cisco DNA Advantage subscription provides advanced software features and ongoing support for your Cisco Catalyst 3850 series switches, enhancing network intelligence and automation.
- Access to Advanced Features: Unlock intelligent network automation, security enhancements, and granular visibility for your Cisco 3850 switches.
- Subscription Term: Benefit from continuous access to software updates and support for the duration of your chosen subscription term.
- Compliance and Security: Maintain regulatory compliance and strengthen your network security posture with up-to-date software and security protocols.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamline network management, reduce manual configuration, and gain deeper insights into network performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Cisco DNA Advantage software subscription license for the Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series platform, specifically designed for 48-port fiber models with an existing C1 license.
It provides access to advanced network automation, programmability, and security features, enabling IT teams to manage their network infrastructure more intelligently and efficiently. This subscription is ideal for businesses seeking to modernize their network operations and ensure ongoing support and feature access.
- Enhanced Network Automation: Automate repetitive tasks and simplify network provisioning.
- Advanced Security Features: Implement granular security policies and threat detection.
- Network Analytics and Visibility: Gain deep insights into network performance and user behavior.
- Software Updates and Support: Ensure your network is running the latest software with access to Cisco TAC support.
- Licensing Compliance: Maintain a compliant software licensing posture with a clear subscription model.
This Cisco DNA Advantage subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams looking to elevate their network capabilities and operational efficiency.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate network provisioning, configuration, and policy enforcement across their Cisco 3850 infrastructure. Streamline operations and reduce the risk of manual errors.
wired networks, campus environments, data center access layers, network segmentation
Enhance Network Security Posture
Automate the deployment of security policies and gain granular visibility into network traffic to detect and respond to threats. Protect sensitive business data and ensure compliance.
security-conscious environments, compliance-driven operations, multi-tenant networks, remote workforce support
Improve Network Performance Monitoring
Streamline the collection and analysis of network telemetry data to proactively identify performance bottlenecks and optimize user experience. Reduce downtime and improve application delivery.
performance-sensitive applications, high-traffic networks, user experience focused IT, proactive network management
Key Features
Cisco DNA Center Integration
Centralized network management and automation capabilities are unlocked for your Catalyst 3850 switches.
Advanced Security Policies
Implement granular security controls and segmentation to protect your business network from threats.
Network Analytics and Telemetry
Gain deep insights into network health, performance, and user behavior for proactive troubleshooting.
Software Subscription Model
Ensures continuous access to the latest software features, updates, and Cisco TAC support.
Programmability
Enables automation and customization of network functions to meet specific business needs.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security, high availability, and compliance with strict regulations, all of which are enhanced by Cisco DNA Advantage features.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure, reliable networks to protect sensitive patient data and ensure continuous operation of critical systems, supported by advanced network management.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments benefit from network automation and visibility to manage complex operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, ensuring production uptime.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage large, diverse user bases and require scalable, secure, and easily manageable networks to support teaching, research, and administrative functions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Advantage is a software subscription that provides advanced features for network automation, security, and analytics for Cisco enterprise networking platforms like the Catalyst 3850 Series.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This specific license applies to Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 48-port fiber switches that have an existing C1 license.
What is the term of the subscription?
The subscription term is defined at the time of purchase and provides access to features and support for that duration. Renewal options are available.
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.