Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem License, 7-Year Term
This 7-year Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem license provides essential network management and security capabilities for your business infrastructure.
- Extended Coverage: Enjoy 7 years of access to essential network management and security features.
- On-Prem Deployment: Maintain full control over your network software and data within your own environment.
- Essential Features: Unlock core capabilities for network visibility, policy enforcement, and threat defense.
- Simplified Licensing: A single, long-term subscription simplifies budgeting and ensures continuous access.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem License is a subscription that unlocks foundational network automation, security, and assurance features for on-premises deployments. This 7-year term provides continuous access to essential tools for managing your network infrastructure, ensuring compliance, and improving operational efficiency.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who require robust network control and security within their own data centers or network closets. It integrates with Cisco's network hardware to provide a unified management experience.
- Network Automation: Automate device provisioning and configuration to reduce manual effort.
- Security Enforcement: Apply consistent security policies across your wired and wireless networks.
- Network Visibility: Gain insights into network health, performance, and user activity.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain up-to-date software and features to meet regulatory requirements.
- Long-Term Value: A 7-year subscription locks in pricing and ensures uninterrupted access to critical network functions.
This 7-year Cisco DNA Essentials On-Prem license is the ideal solution for businesses seeking essential network control and security without enterprise-level complexity.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Provisioning
Enable teams to automate the deployment and configuration of network devices, reducing manual errors and accelerating service delivery. Streamline the onboarding of new network hardware and ensure consistent policy application across the infrastructure.
on-premises network infrastructure, multi-site deployments, wired and wireless networks, Cisco Catalyst hardware
Enhance Network Security and Policy Enforcement
Streamline the enforcement of consistent security policies across all network access points, from wired ports to wireless connections. Automate threat detection and response to protect sensitive business data and ensure regulatory compliance.
businesses with sensitive data, compliance-driven environments, segmented networks, BYOD policies
Improve Network Visibility and Assurance
Enable IT teams to gain deep insights into network performance, user experience, and device health. Proactively identify and resolve network issues before they impact business operations, reducing downtime and support tickets.
performance-sensitive operations, IT departments managing complex networks, businesses reliant on network uptime
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials Software
Provides foundational network automation, security, and assurance capabilities for on-premises deployments.
On-Premises Deployment
Allows businesses to maintain full control over their network software and data within their own infrastructure.
7-Year Subscription Term
Ensures continuous access to features and support for an extended period, simplifying budgeting and planning.
Network Automation
Reduces manual configuration tasks, minimizes errors, and speeds up device provisioning.
Security Policy Enforcement
Enables consistent application of security rules across the network to protect assets and data.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance to protect sensitive customer data and adhere to strict regulatory standards like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must maintain HIPAA compliance and ensure the availability and security of patient data, requiring reliable network infrastructure and strong access controls.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often have complex, distributed networks that require automation for efficient management and security to protect operational technology (OT) systems.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information, necessitating strong security measures and network segmentation to prevent data breaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software suite that provides core network automation, security, and assurance capabilities. It is designed to simplify network management and enhance security for businesses.
What does 'On-Prem' mean for this license?
On-Prem means the software is installed and managed within your own data center or network environment, giving you direct control over your network infrastructure and data.
What hardware is this license compatible with?
This license is typically compatible with Cisco Catalyst switches and access points. Specific compatibility details should be verified based on your existing Cisco hardware models.
Why choose a 7-year term?
A 7-year term provides long-term cost predictability, ensures continuous access to essential features and updates, and simplifies your IT lifecycle management by locking in your licensing for an extended period.
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.