Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem License, 1 Year Term
This Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem license provides essential network management and security capabilities for your on-premises infrastructure over a 1-year term.
- Coverage for Network Access Control: Entitlement to implement foundational security policies and user authentication for wired and wireless networks.
- Protection against Licensing Lapses: Ensures continuous access to critical software features and support, preventing operational disruptions.
- Entitlement to Software Updates: Access to essential software updates and patches to maintain security posture and performance.
- Compliance Assurance: Supports adherence to internal security policies and potential regulatory requirements through standardized network controls.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem license unlocks foundational capabilities for managing and securing your network infrastructure. It provides essential features for network access control, policy enforcement, and visibility, ensuring a more secure and manageable on-premises environment for a 1-year subscription term.
This licensing is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who operate their own network hardware. It integrates with Cisco's on-premises network platforms, providing a cost-effective way to access necessary software features without the overhead of enterprise-level solutions.
- Network Access Control: Implement granular access policies for users and devices.
- Policy Enforcement: Define and enforce security and QoS policies across the network.
- Basic Network Visibility: Gain insights into network device status and basic traffic patterns.
- Software Subscription: Access features and updates through a predictable annual billing cycle.
- On-Premises Deployment: Designed for networks where hardware and software reside within the organization's physical locations.
This Cisco license is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market teams seeking essential network control and security without enterprise complexity.
What This Enables
Enable Foundational Network Security
Enable teams to implement essential network access control, segmenting users and devices to prevent unauthorized access. Streamline the enforcement of security policies across wired and wireless connections.
on-premises network infrastructure, wired and wireless networks, internal IT management, security policy enforcement
Ensure Software Compliance and Access
Streamline the process of maintaining software compliance by securing a 1-year subscription for critical network features. Ensure continuous access to necessary software updates and support to prevent operational disruptions.
subscription-based software management, IT asset lifecycle, operational continuity, predictable budgeting
Enhance Network Visibility and Control
Automate basic network monitoring and gain essential visibility into device status and network health. Provide IT professionals with the necessary controls to manage network performance and user experience.
network device management, IT operational monitoring, performance optimization, user experience management
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials Software
Unlocks foundational network access control and policy enforcement capabilities for enhanced security.
On-Premises Licensing
Allows organizations to manage and secure their network infrastructure within their own physical environment.
1-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable costs and access to essential features for a defined period, simplifying budgeting.
Software Updates and Support
Ensures the network benefits from ongoing security patches and performance improvements.
Network Access Control (NAC)
Helps prevent unauthorized access by enforcing policies for users and devices connecting to the network.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust network security and access control to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must secure patient data (PHI) under HIPAA, necessitating strong network segmentation and access controls to prevent breaches.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, demanding secure network access and policy enforcement to maintain client trust and data integrity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often have a mix of IT and OT networks that require secure segmentation and controlled access to protect operational technology systems from cyber threats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software suite that provides foundational capabilities for network access control, policy enforcement, and basic network visibility for on-premises Cisco networks.
What does 'On-Prem' mean for this license?
On-Prem means the software and its management are intended for use on hardware located within your organization's physical facilities, rather than in a cloud environment.
What is the term of this license?
This specific license is for a 1-year term, after which it will need to be renewed to continue accessing the features and support.
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.