Cisco DNA Premier On-Prem License
Cisco DNA Premier On-Prem License provides advanced network automation and security capabilities for your on-premises infrastructure, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
- Network Automation: Enable intelligent automation for network provisioning, configuration, and policy enforcement across your infrastructure.
- Advanced Security: Gain enhanced security features including threat detection, policy enforcement, and segmentation to protect your network.
- Centralized Management: Simplify network operations with a single pane of glass for monitoring, troubleshooting, and reporting on network health.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain regulatory compliance and audit readiness through consistent policy application and detailed network visibility.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco DNA Premier On-Prem License is a software subscription that unlocks the full suite of Cisco Digital Network Architecture features for your on-premises network environment. This license provides advanced capabilities for network automation, security, analytics, and assurance, enabling a more intelligent and responsive network infrastructure.
This premier license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who manage their own network infrastructure. It integrates with Cisco hardware to provide deep visibility, automated workflows, and robust security policies, fitting into environments that require centralized control and advanced network management without the overhead of enterprise-scale solutions.
- Full Feature Access: Unlocks all Cisco DNA Center features, including advanced automation, security, and analytics.
- On-Premises Deployment: Software is installed and managed within your own data center or network environment.
- Subscription-Based: Provides access to features and updates for the duration of the license term.
- Scalable Capacity: Supports aggregated 1 Gigabit interfaces with a 1 Million node license, suitable for growing networks.
- Enhanced Network Intelligence: Delivers deep insights into network performance, user behavior, and security threats.
This Cisco DNA Premier On-Prem License is the ideal choice for businesses seeking to modernize their network with enterprise-grade automation and security features managed locally.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate network provisioning, configuration, and policy deployment across wired and wireless networks. Streamline repetitive tasks and reduce manual errors for faster service delivery and improved operational efficiency.
on-premises network infrastructure, Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco wireless controllers, centralized network management
Enhance Network Security Posture
Automate the enforcement of security policies and network segmentation to isolate critical assets and mitigate threats. Protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with advanced threat detection and response capabilities.
on-premises network infrastructure, Cisco security features, network segmentation, threat mitigation
Improve Network Visibility and Analytics
Gain deep insights into network performance, user experience, and application behavior through advanced analytics. Proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact users or business operations.
on-premises network infrastructure, network monitoring, performance analytics, troubleshooting tools
Key Features
Cisco DNA Center On-Premises Software
Provides a centralized platform for network management, automation, and assurance installed within your own data center.
Network Automation & Orchestration
Simplifies complex network tasks, reduces manual errors, and accelerates deployment of network services.
Advanced Security Features
Enhances network security through policy enforcement, segmentation, and threat visibility to protect business assets.
Network Analytics & Assurance
Offers deep insights into network health and performance, enabling proactive issue resolution and improved user experience.
Subscription Licensing
Ensures continuous access to the latest features, updates, and support for predictable operational costs.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Requires robust security, strict compliance with regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, and high availability for critical financial transactions. Cisco DNA Premier provides the necessary security controls and network visibility.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Needs to secure sensitive patient data (HIPAA compliance), ensure network reliability for critical medical devices, and manage complex IT environments. Cisco DNA Premier offers advanced security segmentation and network assurance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Demands secure and reliable network operations for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence, often with strict uptime requirements. Cisco DNA Premier enables network segmentation and automation for industrial environments.
Education & Research
Requires managing large, diverse user populations, securing sensitive research data, and providing reliable network access across campus environments. Cisco DNA Premier helps automate policy enforcement and enhance security for educational institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Premier On-Prem License?
It is a software subscription license that unlocks the full suite of Cisco's Digital Network Architecture features for installation and management within your own on-premises infrastructure. It provides advanced capabilities for network automation, security, and analytics.
What is the difference between On-Prem and Cloud licenses?
On-Prem licenses are installed and managed on your own servers, offering greater control over your data and environment. Cloud licenses are hosted and managed by Cisco in their cloud infrastructure.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is designed to work with compatible Cisco networking hardware, typically Cisco Catalyst switches and wireless controllers, enabling advanced features on those devices.
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.