Cisco DNA Essentials C2960X 48P SMS-1
Cisco DNA Essentials for C2960X 48P switches provides essential network management capabilities through a subscription license, ensuring your network operates efficiently and securely.
- Subscription Term: Access to essential software features and updates for the duration of your subscription, ensuring continuous functionality.
- Platform Coverage: Licenses C2960X 48P switches, enabling advanced features on your existing Cisco hardware.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks critical network management and security capabilities for improved visibility and control.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain network compliance by providing access to up-to-date software and security features.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco DNA Essentials is a subscription-based software license designed to enhance the capabilities of your Cisco Catalyst 2960X 48P switches. This license provides essential network management features, enabling better visibility, control, and security for your business network infrastructure.
This offering is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who need to optimize their network operations without the complexity and cost of enterprise-grade solutions. It integrates directly with your existing Cisco hardware, providing a cost-effective way to upgrade functionality.
- Essential Network Features: Gain access to core network management and security functionalities.
- Subscription-Based: Flexible licensing model that aligns costs with usage and provides continuous access to updates.
- Cisco Catalyst 2960X Support: Specifically designed for the C2960X 48P switch series.
- Simplified Management: Streamline network operations and reduce manual configuration tasks.
- Enhanced Security Posture: Implement foundational security policies to protect your network.
This Cisco DNA Essentials license offers SMB and mid-market teams a straightforward path to enhanced network control and security for their C2960X switches.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Visibility and Control
Enable teams to gain deeper insights into network traffic patterns and device performance. Streamline the configuration and management of network policies to ensure consistent operation across the infrastructure.
wired networks, campus environments, branch offices, network segmentation
Enhance Network Security Posture
Automate the enforcement of security policies to protect against unauthorized access and threats. Protect critical business data by ensuring network devices are running with up-to-date security features and configurations.
access layer security, policy enforcement, threat mitigation, compliance adherence
Simplify Network Operations and Compliance
Streamline day-to-day network administration tasks, reducing the burden on IT staff. Ensure your network infrastructure remains compliant with industry regulations and internal security standards through managed software features.
network device management, operational efficiency, regulatory requirements, IT resource optimization
Key Features
Subscription-based licensing
Provides flexible access to essential software features and continuous updates for your network infrastructure.
Cisco DNA Essentials feature set
Unlocks core network management, visibility, and security capabilities for your C2960X switches.
Support for C2960X 48P switches
Ensures compatibility and enhanced functionality for your specific Cisco hardware investment.
Simplified network policy management
Allows for easier implementation and enforcement of network access and security policies.
Improved network visibility
Offers better insights into network traffic and device status, aiding in troubleshooting and optimization.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust network security and compliance to protect sensitive data and meet strict regulatory requirements like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain high levels of network security and availability to protect patient data (HIPAA) and ensure critical medical systems remain operational.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses rely on secure and reliable networks for point-of-sale systems, customer Wi-Fi, and inventory management, often needing to comply with data protection standards.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage large, diverse networks and require efficient management tools to support students, faculty, and research activities while ensuring data privacy and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software subscription that provides essential network management and security features for Cisco Catalyst switches, including the C2960X series. It is designed to offer core capabilities for businesses looking to enhance their network operations.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This specific license, C2960X-DE-48-SMS1, is designed for the Cisco Catalyst 2960X 48P switch model.
What is the billing model for this license?
This license is offered on a subscription basis, meaning you pay periodically (e.g., annually) for the right to use the software features for a defined term.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.