Cisco Network Essentials to Advanced DNA Upgrade License (7 Year)
This 7-year Cisco DNA license upgrade transforms your network management from Essentials to Advanced capabilities, providing enhanced security and automation for your business.
- Enhanced Network Visibility: Gain deeper insights into network traffic, user behavior, and application performance to optimize operations.
- Advanced Security Features: Implement granular security policies, threat detection, and automated remediation to protect your critical assets.
- Automated Network Management: Streamline device provisioning, configuration, and policy enforcement to reduce manual effort and errors.
- Extended Operational Lifespan: Secure access to software updates and support for seven years, ensuring continued compliance and performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Network Essentials to Advanced DNA upgrade license provides a 7-year subscription, enabling advanced features for your Cisco network infrastructure. It allows for a transition from basic network management functionalities to a more sophisticated suite of tools for security, automation, and analytics.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in small to mid-market businesses utilize this license to enhance their existing Cisco network deployments. It is designed for organizations that need to scale their network capabilities, improve security posture, and automate routine management tasks within their on-premises or hybrid IT environments.
- Feature Unlock: Transition from Cisco DNA Essentials to Cisco DNA Advantage features.
- Extended Term: 7-year subscription term for long-term planning and cost predictability.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable annual billing for easier budget management.
- Network Automation: Automate device onboarding, configuration, and policy deployment.
- Enhanced Security: Access advanced security features for threat detection and mitigation.
This Cisco DNA upgrade license is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to elevate their network's security, automation, and management capabilities over a seven-year period.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Automation
Enable teams to automate device onboarding, configuration, and policy deployment across their network infrastructure. Streamline network operations and reduce the risk of manual errors.
On-premises networks, Hybrid cloud environments, Managed IT infrastructure, Business continuity planning
Enhance Network Security Posture
Streamline the implementation of granular security policies, advanced threat detection, and automated remediation workflows. Protect critical business data and ensure regulatory compliance.
Data-sensitive operations, Compliance-driven environments, Remote workforce support, Business risk mitigation
Gain Deeper Network Visibility
Automate the collection and analysis of network performance data, user behavior, and application traffic. Enable teams to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact operations.
Performance-critical applications, Network troubleshooting, IT resource optimization, Business intelligence gathering
Key Features
Cisco DNA Advantage features
Unlock advanced capabilities for network automation, security, and analytics beyond basic Essentials features.
7-year subscription term
Provides long-term access to software and support, enabling predictable budgeting and operational planning.
Subscription billing
Offers a cost-effective, pay-as-you-go model for software licensing, aligning expenses with usage.
Automated device provisioning
Reduces manual effort and speeds up the deployment of new network devices, improving IT efficiency.
Advanced threat detection
Enhances security by identifying and responding to potential cyber threats more effectively.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust security and compliance, which advanced DNA features like granular policy control and threat detection help to ensure.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and must adhere to strict regulations like HIPAA, making advanced network security and visibility crucial.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments benefit from network automation and reliability to ensure operational uptime and the secure integration of IoT devices.
Legal & Professional Services
Firms in this sector handle confidential client information and rely on secure, efficient network operations to maintain client trust and productivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Cisco DNA Essentials and DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Essentials provides foundational network automation and assurance features. DNA Advantage builds upon Essentials by adding advanced security, application visibility, and more granular policy control.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is typically for Cisco Catalyst 9000 series switches. The specific hardware compatibility is determined by the MPN and the Cisco licensing model.
Can this license be renewed after 7 years?
Yes, Cisco licensing typically allows for renewal. You would need to purchase a new subscription term prior to the expiration of the current one.
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.