Cisco DNA Essentials Max 10Gbps (20G Agg.) On-Prem HA Platform License
This Cisco DNA Essentials Max on-prem platform license provides high availability and 10Gbps connectivity for your business network infrastructure.
- High Availability: Ensures continuous network operation and minimizes downtime through redundant system configurations.
- Enhanced Performance: Supports maximum 10Gbps throughput with 20Gbps aggregation, ideal for data-intensive operations.
- On-Premises Control: Maintains full control over your network environment and data with an on-premises deployment model.
- Feature Access: Unlocks essential Cisco DNA features for network management, security, and automation within your own data center.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco DNA Essentials Max on-premises platform license subscription unlocks critical network capabilities for businesses requiring high availability and robust performance. It enables maximum 10Gbps throughput with 20Gbps aggregation, ensuring your network can handle demanding workloads.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this license integrates directly into your existing on-premises network infrastructure, providing essential features for network management, security, and operational efficiency within your own data center or server room.
- High Availability Configuration: Enables redundant system setups to prevent service interruptions.
- Performance Throughput: Supports up to 10Gbps per interface with 20Gbps aggregation for demanding applications.
- On-Premises Deployment: Provides full control and data residency within your own network environment.
- Cisco DNA Essentials Features: Access to core network automation, visibility, and security capabilities.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable operational expense with a recurring subscription model for continuous access.
This Cisco DNA Essentials Max license is the ideal solution for businesses seeking enterprise-grade network performance and reliability without the overhead of cloud-based solutions.
What This Enables
Enable High Availability Network Services
Enable teams to configure redundant network paths and hardware failover to ensure continuous service availability. Streamline operations by minimizing unplanned downtime and maintaining business continuity.
on-premises data centers, server rooms, network closets, business continuity planning
Maximize Network Throughput
Streamline data flow for demanding applications by enabling maximum 10Gbps throughput with 20Gbps aggregation. Automate network performance monitoring to identify and resolve bottlenecks proactively.
high-traffic networks, data-intensive applications, virtualized environments, core network infrastructure
Maintain On-Premises Network Control
Enable IT teams to retain full control over their network hardware, software, and data within their own facilities. Automate compliance checks and security policies directly on your managed infrastructure.
data residency requirements, private cloud deployments, hybrid cloud strategies, security-conscious organizations
Key Features
High Availability (HA) Configuration
Ensures uninterrupted network services and data access through redundant system configurations, minimizing business disruption.
Max 10Gbps Throughput (20G Agg.)
Supports high-demand applications and data transfers, improving overall network performance and user experience.
On-Premises Deployment
Provides direct control over network infrastructure and data, aligning with specific security and compliance needs.
Cisco DNA Essentials Software
Unlocks essential network management, automation, and security features for efficient IT operations.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses and continuous access to software updates and support.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high availability and robust security for sensitive data, making on-premises solutions with HA features critical for compliance and operational continuity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must ensure continuous access to patient data and critical systems, necessitating high availability network solutions to meet strict uptime and regulatory requirements.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations depend on reliable network connectivity for real-time control and data processing, where on-premises HA ensures uninterrupted production lines and operational efficiency.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations handle confidential client information and require consistent network performance and data security, often preferring on-premises control for sensitive data.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials Max?
Cisco DNA Essentials Max is a software licensing tier that provides core network automation, visibility, and security capabilities for Cisco enterprise networking hardware, with specific performance and availability features.
What does 'On-Prem' mean for this license?
On-Prem means the software and its management reside within your own data center or network infrastructure, giving you direct control over your environment and data.
What is the benefit of High Availability (HA)?
High Availability ensures that your network services remain operational even if a component fails, by automatically switching to a redundant system, thereby preventing downtime.
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.