Cisco C9300 DNA Cloud Advantage License
The Cisco C9300 DNA Cloud Advantage license provides essential network management capabilities for your Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches over a 5-year term.
- License Term: Enjoy 5 years of continuous access to advanced network software features and support.
- Cloud-Managed Advantage: Gain simplified, cloud-based management for your network infrastructure.
- Enhanced Visibility: Unlock deeper insights into network performance and security posture.
- Feature Access: Enable critical software features for modern network operations and automation.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco C9300 DNA Cloud Advantage license subscription unlocks advanced software features and cloud-managed capabilities for your Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. It provides a 5-year term, ensuring continuous access to essential network intelligence, security enhancements, and operational tools designed to simplify network management.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this license integrates with your existing Cisco hardware. It supports businesses looking to modernize their network operations, improve security, and gain better control over their wired and wireless infrastructure without the overhead of traditional enterprise solutions.
- Network Automation: Streamline network configuration and policy deployment through a centralized cloud platform.
- Security Enhancements: Benefit from integrated security features that help protect your network from threats.
- Performance Monitoring: Gain real-time insights into network health and user experience.
- Simplified Management: Reduce operational complexity with a unified, cloud-based management interface.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain up-to-date software and features, aiding in regulatory compliance.
This Cisco DNA Cloud Advantage license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking efficient, secure, and modern network management.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate network configurations and policy enforcement across their infrastructure. Streamline deployment and management of network services for improved operational efficiency.
wired networks, wireless networks, network segmentation, policy-based access, centralized management
Enhance Network Security Posture
Streamline the implementation of advanced security features to protect against evolving threats. Automate threat detection and response for critical business assets and data.
network security, threat mitigation, access control, compliance monitoring, secure connectivity
Improve Network Visibility and Analytics
Enable teams to gain deeper insights into network performance and user behavior. Automate the collection and analysis of network data to identify and resolve issues proactively.
network monitoring, performance analytics, troubleshooting, capacity planning, user experience
Key Features
Cisco DNA Cloud Management
Provides a centralized, cloud-based platform for simplified network management and policy control.
Advanced Software Features
Unlocks critical network intelligence, automation, and security capabilities for modern operations.
5-Year Term License
Ensures continuous access to features and support for a predictable period, aiding in long-term planning.
Network Analytics
Offers enhanced visibility into network performance and health, enabling proactive troubleshooting.
Security Integrations
Helps protect the network infrastructure with integrated security features and threat intelligence.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Requires robust security, high availability, and compliance with strict data protection regulations like PCI DSS and GDPR.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Demands secure and reliable network infrastructure to protect sensitive patient data (HIPAA compliance) and ensure continuous operation of critical systems.
Retail & Hospitality
Needs scalable network solutions to manage multiple locations, support guest Wi-Fi, and secure payment processing systems.
Education & Research
Requires secure network access for students and staff, efficient management of large user bases, and support for diverse IT resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Cloud Advantage?
Cisco DNA Cloud Advantage is a subscription license that provides cloud-managed software features and capabilities for Cisco Catalyst 9000 series switches. It simplifies network management, enhances security, and offers deeper visibility.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. The MPN C9300-DCL-A-48S-5Y indicates it is for a 48-port model.
What is the benefit of a subscription license?
Subscription licenses offer predictable costs, continuous access to the latest software features and security updates, and often include ongoing support, ensuring your network remains current and protected.
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.