Cisco DNA Essentials C3850 1 Year Subscription Renewal
Renew your Cisco DNA Essentials subscription for C3850 switches, ensuring uninterrupted access to critical network management and security capabilities for one year.
- Continued Feature Access: Maintain access to essential network automation, security, and analytics features for your Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches.
- Operational Continuity: Prevent service disruptions and ensure your network infrastructure remains fully functional and supported.
- Compliance Assurance: Stay compliant with software licensing requirements and avoid potential penalties or operational risks.
- Simplified Management: Renew your existing subscription easily to continue managing your network with advanced Cisco DNA capabilities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a one-year renewal subscription for Cisco DNA Essentials software, specifically designed for Cisco Catalyst 3850 series switches. It provides continued access to a foundational set of network automation, security, and assurance features, ensuring your network operates efficiently and securely.
This license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who rely on their Cisco network infrastructure for daily operations. It fits into environments where Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches are deployed for core networking functions, requiring ongoing software support and feature access.
- Essential Network Features: Unlocks core capabilities for network management and visibility.
- Automation & Orchestration: Enables basic automation for network configuration and deployment.
- Security Enhancements: Provides foundational security features to protect network access.
- Network Analytics: Offers insights into network performance and health.
- Subscription Term: A 1-year license term with recurring billing for predictable budgeting.
This Cisco DNA Essentials renewal is the right choice for businesses needing to maintain essential network functionality and security on their Catalyst 3850 switches without overspending.
What This Enables
Continued Network Automation and Management
Enable teams to automate routine network configuration tasks and streamline device provisioning. This ensures consistent policy application and reduces manual errors across the network infrastructure.
wired networks, campus environments, data center access layers, network device management
Enhanced Network Security Posture
Streamline the implementation of foundational security policies to protect network access and segment traffic. This helps in mitigating unauthorized access and maintaining a secure operational environment.
access control, threat mitigation, network segmentation, policy enforcement
Improved Network Visibility and Analytics
Automate the collection of network performance data to gain insights into operational health and user experience. This allows IT professionals to proactively identify and resolve potential issues before they impact users.
performance monitoring, troubleshooting, capacity planning, operational insights
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials Software
Provides essential network automation, security, and assurance capabilities for Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable budgeting and ensures continuous access to features and support for a defined period.
Renewal Only
Allows existing users to easily extend their current software capabilities and support without a new initial purchase.
Catalyst 3850 Compatibility
Specifically designed to enhance the functionality of Cisco Catalyst 3850 series network switches.
Automated Network Management
Reduces manual effort in configuring and managing network devices, improving operational efficiency.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires high availability and robust security for sensitive financial data, making continuous access to network management and security features critical for compliance and operational integrity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations depend on secure and reliable network connectivity for patient care systems and data, necessitating uninterrupted access to advanced network management and security tools.
Retail & Hospitality
These industries rely on stable network performance for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer-facing services, where network downtime can directly impact revenue.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments require consistent network performance for operational technology (OT) and IT systems, where network reliability is paramount to production uptime and efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software subscription that provides foundational capabilities for network automation, security, and assurance on Cisco Catalyst switches. It is designed to simplify network management for businesses.
Why do I need to renew this license?
Renewing this license ensures that your Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches continue to have access to essential software features, security updates, and technical support. Failure to renew can lead to loss of functionality and potential security risks.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This specific license (C3850-DNA-E-12-1R) is for Cisco Catalyst 3850 series switches. It is a renewal for an existing subscription.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.