Cisco DNA Essentials OnPrem License
This 3-year Cisco DNA Essentials OnPrem license provides essential network management and security capabilities for your business infrastructure.
- Coverage for Network Access: Entitlement to manage and secure wired and wireless network access policies.
- Protection against Security Threats: Coverage for essential security features to safeguard your network from unauthorized access.
- Access to Network Insights: Entitlement to basic network visibility and analytics for operational awareness.
- Compliance Assurance: Protection against licensing non-compliance and ensuring access to necessary software features.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco DNA Essentials OnPrem license subscription provides foundational capabilities for managing and securing your on-premises network infrastructure over a 3-year term.
It is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who need to ensure network stability, security, and compliance within their own data centers or network closets.
- Essential Network Management: Enables core features for network device configuration and policy enforcement.
- Security Foundation: Provides foundational security capabilities to protect network access and data.
- Software Subscription: Operates on a subscription billing model for predictable operational expenses.
- On-Premises Deployment: Specifically licensed for software running within your own physical infrastructure.
- 3-Year Term: Offers a fixed duration of access to features and support, simplifying budgeting.
This Cisco Essentials license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking essential network control and security without enterprise complexity.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Network Access Control
Enable teams to define and enforce granular access policies for users and devices connecting to the wired and wireless network. Streamline the onboarding of new devices and ensure only authorized personnel can access sensitive resources.
organizations with on-premises network infrastructure, businesses managing multiple network access points, teams requiring basic network segmentation, companies with a dedicated server room or network closet.
Enhance Network Visibility and Basic Analytics
Streamline the monitoring of network health and performance with essential visibility tools. Automate the collection of basic network data to identify potential issues before they impact operations.
businesses with on-premises network hardware, IT departments managing wired and wireless networks, companies seeking foundational network insights, organizations needing to track device connectivity.
Ensure Software Licensing Compliance
Protect against the risks of using unlicensed software by securing a 3-year subscription for essential network capabilities. Maintain regulatory compliance and avoid potential fines or service disruptions.
companies operating within regulated industries, businesses with internal IT audit requirements, organizations managing Cisco network equipment, firms needing predictable software costs.
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials Software
Provides foundational network management and security features for on-premises deployments.
On-Premises Licensing
Ensures compliance and access for software running within your own data center or network closets.
3-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable costs and continuous access to essential features for a defined period, simplifying budgeting.
Network Access Control
Enables granular policy enforcement for secure wired and wireless network access.
Basic Network Visibility
Provides essential insights into network health and device connectivity.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust security and compliance for sensitive financial data, making foundational network access control and visibility essential for regulatory adherence.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must protect patient data (PHI) and maintain network uptime, necessitating secure access controls and reliable network operations to meet HIPAA and other compliance standards.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often rely on stable and secure on-premises networks for operational technology (OT), requiring consistent management and access control to prevent disruptions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client information, demanding strong network security and compliance measures to protect sensitive documents and communications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software suite that provides foundational capabilities for managing and securing your on-premises network infrastructure. It includes features for network access control, basic visibility, and policy enforcement.
What does 'OnPrem' mean for this license?
OnPrem indicates that this license is for Cisco DNA Essentials software deployed and managed within your own physical data center or network environment, rather than a cloud-hosted service.
Why is a 3-year term important?
A 3-year term provides a fixed period of access to the software's features and support, helping with long-term IT planning and budgeting. It also ensures continuous compliance and operational stability for your network.
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.