Cisco DNA Essentials C6880 SMS-1 Platform License
Cisco DNA Essentials C6880 SMS-1 provides essential platform licensing to enhance network visibility and control for your business operations.
- Access to: Core network automation and policy enforcement features for improved operational efficiency.
- Coverage for: Essential software capabilities enabling better network segmentation and security posture.
- Protection against: Licensing non-compliance and outdated feature sets that can hinder network performance.
- Entitlement to: Continued access to vendor-provided software updates and critical security patches.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco DNA Essentials C6880 SMS-1 is a platform software subscription license that unlocks foundational capabilities for network management and automation. It provides essential features designed to streamline operations, enhance security, and ensure compliance within your IT infrastructure.
This license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who are responsible for maintaining and optimizing their company's network. It integrates with existing Cisco hardware, providing a cost-effective way to access advanced software features without the overhead of enterprise-grade solutions.
- Network Automation: Automate repetitive network tasks to reduce manual effort and potential errors.
- Policy Enforcement: Define and enforce network access policies consistently across your environment.
- Enhanced Visibility: Gain deeper insights into network traffic and device behavior for better troubleshooting.
- Security Foundations: Implement basic security controls and segmentation to protect critical assets.
- Subscription Model: Benefit from predictable costs and access to the latest software features through a recurring subscription.
This Cisco DNA Essentials license offers a clear path to modernizing network management for businesses seeking efficiency and control without enterprise complexity.
What This Enables
Enable Network Automation and Policy
Enable teams to automate routine network configurations and enforce consistent security policies across the infrastructure. Streamline network operations and reduce the risk of human error in device management.
on-premises data centers, campus networks, branch office deployments, hybrid cloud environments
Enhance Network Visibility and Control
Streamline the process of monitoring network performance and device health, providing IT professionals with actionable insights. Automate the collection of network telemetry for faster issue resolution and proactive management.
distributed enterprise networks, multi-site organizations, networks with diverse device types, IT operations centers
Ensure Software Compliance and Updates
Automate the tracking of software licenses to prevent compliance issues and potential audit risks. Provide teams with entitlement to the latest software versions and critical security patches for ongoing protection.
regulated business environments, networks requiring regular security audits, organizations with strict IT governance, IT asset management
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials Software
Unlocks core network automation and policy features for improved operational efficiency and security.
Subscription Licensing
Provides predictable costs and continuous access to the latest software updates and security patches.
Network Visibility Tools
Offers enhanced insights into network traffic and device behavior for faster troubleshooting.
Policy Enforcement Capabilities
Ensures consistent application of network access and security policies across the environment.
Platform Software
Integrates with compatible Cisco hardware to enable advanced network management functions.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust network security and compliance with strict regulatory standards like PCI DSS and SOX, which Cisco DNA Essentials helps address through policy enforcement and visibility.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain HIPAA compliance and secure sensitive patient data, making network segmentation and access control features crucial for protecting their IT infrastructure.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses often operate with distributed locations and require consistent network management and security across multiple sites to ensure smooth operations and customer experience.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments benefit from enhanced network visibility and control to ensure the reliability and security of operational technology (OT) networks, supporting uptime and production efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software subscription that provides foundational capabilities for network automation, policy enforcement, and visibility within the Cisco Digital Network Architecture.
What hardware does this license apply to?
The specific hardware compatibility for the C6880 SMS-1 SKU would typically be Cisco Catalyst 6800 series switches, but it is always best to verify compatibility with your specific hardware model.
What is the term of this subscription?
Subscription terms can vary, but are typically for one, three, or five years. The specific term is defined at the time of purchase.
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.