Cisco DNA Essentials On-Premise License, 3-Year Term
Cisco DNA Essentials On-Premise licensing provides essential network management capabilities for your business for a 3-year term.
- License Term: 3-year subscription ensuring continuous access to essential network features.
- On-Premise Deployment: Ideal for organizations requiring direct control over their network infrastructure.
- Core Network Management: Unlocks foundational features for network visibility, policy enforcement, and basic automation.
- Scalable Capacity: Supports up to 2 Gigabits of network aggregation, suitable for growing business needs.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco DNA Essentials On-Premise is a software license that provides foundational network management and automation capabilities for your on-premise infrastructure. This 3-year subscription unlocks essential features designed to simplify network operations, enhance security posture, and improve overall network performance.
This licensing is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within small to mid-market businesses who are responsible for managing their own network hardware and software. It fits into environments where direct control over network devices and data is a priority, offering enterprise-grade features without the complexity of managing a large-scale cloud-based solution.
- Network Visibility: Gain insights into network traffic and device status.
- Policy Management: Define and enforce network access policies consistently.
- Basic Automation: Automate routine network tasks to save time and reduce errors.
- Security Enhancements: Implement foundational security controls to protect network resources.
- Compliance Support: Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements through standardized network configurations.
This Cisco DNA Essentials license offers a cost-effective way for businesses to gain essential network control and automation for their on-premise deployments.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Orchestration
Enable teams to automate repetitive network configuration tasks, reducing manual errors and freeing up IT resources. Streamline the deployment and management of network policies across the entire infrastructure.
on-premise data centers, campus networks, branch offices, hybrid cloud environments
Enhance Network Visibility and Control
Streamline network operations by providing a centralized view of network health, performance, and security status. Gain granular control over network access and traffic flow to improve security posture.
managed service environments, distributed enterprise networks, secure access service edge deployments, network operations centers
Ensure Network Compliance and Security
Automate the enforcement of security policies and compliance standards across all network devices. Protect sensitive data and maintain regulatory adherence through consistent policy application.
regulated industry networks, secure corporate environments, government IT infrastructure, compliance-focused IT departments
Key Features
Cisco DNA Center Essentials
Provides a centralized platform for network management, automation, and analytics, simplifying operations for IT teams.
Network Assurance
Offers proactive monitoring and troubleshooting to identify and resolve network issues before they impact users.
Software Image Management
Simplifies the process of deploying and managing software images across network devices, ensuring consistency and reducing errors.
Policy-Based Automation
Enables the definition and enforcement of network policies, automating access control and segmentation for enhanced security.
3-Year Subscription Term
Ensures continuous access to essential features and software updates for a predictable period, aiding in budget planning.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust network security and compliance with strict regulations like PCI DSS, which Cisco DNA Essentials helps enforce through consistent policy management and enhanced visibility.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and must comply with HIPAA, necessitating secure, reliable, and auditable network operations that Cisco DNA Essentials supports.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often have complex, distributed networks requiring reliable connectivity and security. Cisco DNA Essentials can help manage these networks, ensuring operational uptime and data integrity.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage large, diverse user bases and require efficient network management to support teaching, research, and administrative functions while maintaining security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials On-Premise?
Cisco DNA Essentials On-Premise is a software license that provides core network management, automation, and visibility features for your on-premise Cisco network infrastructure. It is offered as a 3-year subscription.
What kind of hardware does this license apply to?
This license is designed for use with compatible Cisco Catalyst switches and access points. Specific compatibility details can be found in Cisco's product documentation.
What is the difference between Essentials and Advantage/Premier licenses?
Essentials provides foundational features for network management and automation. Advantage and Premier licenses offer more advanced capabilities such as enhanced security, IoT services, and more sophisticated analytics.
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.