Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem License
Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem Licensing provides essential network automation and security capabilities for your on-premises infrastructure, supporting up to 25 million devices.
- Access to: Core network automation features for simplified device configuration and policy deployment.
- Coverage for: Enhanced network visibility and analytics to proactively identify and resolve issues.
- Protection against: Unauthorized network access through integrated security policies and segmentation.
- Entitlement to: Ongoing software updates and access to Cisco's support resources for critical issue resolution.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem Licensing is a subscription-based software license that unlocks foundational capabilities for managing and securing your Cisco network infrastructure. This license provides essential features for network automation, visibility, and policy enforcement, ensuring your network operates efficiently and securely.
This licensing is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who manage their own on-premises network hardware. It integrates with Cisco's network devices, enabling centralized control and streamlined operations from your own data center or server room.
- Automated Provisioning: Streamline the deployment of new network devices and configurations.
- Policy Enforcement: Define and enforce network access policies consistently across your infrastructure.
- Network Analytics: Gain insights into network performance and user behavior to optimize operations.
- Security Features: Enhance network security with integrated threat detection and segmentation capabilities.
- Centralized Management: Simplify network administration through a unified management platform.
This Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem License is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to modernize their network management without the complexity of enterprise-level overhead.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Orchestration
Enable teams to automate repetitive network configuration tasks and orchestrate complex policy deployments across their infrastructure. This streamlines operations and reduces the potential for manual errors.
on-premises data centers, distributed branch offices, campus networks
Enhance Network Visibility and Analytics
Streamline the monitoring of network health and performance by providing deep insights into device status and traffic patterns. This allows for proactive issue identification and resolution, minimizing downtime.
core network infrastructure, edge device management, server room environments
Implement Consistent Security Policies
Automate the enforcement of security policies and network segmentation across all connected devices. This helps protect sensitive data and ensures compliance with internal security standards.
secured network segments, access control lists, internal network security
Key Features
Cisco DNA Center Essentials
Provides a centralized platform for network automation, policy management, and assurance, simplifying complex network operations.
Network Automation
Reduces manual configuration efforts and speeds up the deployment of network services, leading to faster service delivery.
Network Analytics
Offers insights into network health and performance, enabling proactive troubleshooting and optimization.
Security Policy Enforcement
Ensures consistent application of security policies across the network, enhancing overall security posture.
Subscription Licensing
Provides access to the latest software features and support, with predictable billing for budgeting.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance for sensitive data, making advanced network visibility and policy enforcement critical for regulatory adherence.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain strict data privacy and availability, necessitating reliable network performance and secure access controls to protect patient information.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often rely on stable and secure network connectivity for operational technology (OT) systems, demanding consistent performance and simplified management.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers handle confidential client data, requiring strong network security and reliable access to support their daily operations and client service delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem?
Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem is a software license that provides core network automation, visibility, and security features for your on-premises Cisco network infrastructure. It is a subscription-based offering.
What kind of devices does this license apply to?
This license is designed to manage Cisco network devices such as switches, routers, and wireless controllers that are part of your on-premises network infrastructure.
What is the difference between Essentials and Advantage/Premier licenses?
Essentials licenses provide foundational automation and visibility features. Advantage and Premier licenses offer more advanced capabilities like software-defined access, advanced security, and IoT services.
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.