Cisco SD-WAN DNA Advantage Subscription License
This Cisco SD-WAN DNA Advantage subscription license provides advanced network management and security features for large enterprise sites over a 5-year term.
- Advanced Security: Unlock enhanced threat detection and policy enforcement capabilities to protect your network.
- Optimized Performance: Gain access to intelligent path control and application optimization for critical business traffic.
- Centralized Management: Streamline network operations with a single pane of glass for policy deployment and monitoring.
- Extended Support: Benefit from 5-year access to software updates, patches, and Cisco technical support.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco CD-SDWAN DNA Advantage License is a 5-year subscription providing advanced software features for large enterprise sites, specifically designed for aggregated bandwidth up to 20Gbps. This license unlocks critical capabilities for Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) deployments, enabling enhanced security, performance optimization, and simplified management.
This subscription is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market to enterprise organizations seeking to modernize their network infrastructure. It integrates with Cisco SD-WAN solutions, providing the necessary software entitlements to operate and manage complex network environments, ensuring compliance and continuous feature access.
- Feature Unlock: Grants access to the full suite of DNA Advantage features for SD-WAN.
- Capacity Support: Designed for large sites with aggregated bandwidth up to 20Gbps.
- Subscription Term: Provides 5 years of continuous access to software and support.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your network software is up-to-date with the latest security patches and features.
- Operational Efficiency: Simplifies network management through centralized policy and visibility tools.
This Cisco subscription is the right choice for mid-market and enterprise teams needing advanced SD-WAN capabilities with predictable costs and continuous feature access.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Network Security Features
Enable teams to deploy enhanced threat detection, segmentation, and policy enforcement across the WAN. Streamline security posture management with integrated tools for proactive defense.
distributed enterprise networks, branch office deployments, hybrid cloud environments, secure connectivity initiatives
Optimize Application Performance and Traffic Steering
Streamline traffic management by intelligently steering application traffic over the optimal network path. Automate performance tuning based on real-time network conditions and application requirements.
performance-sensitive operations, multi-cloud connectivity, unified communications, critical business applications
Centralize Network Management and Visibility
Automate the deployment of network-wide policies and configurations from a single console. Enable IT teams to gain comprehensive visibility into network health and application usage for faster troubleshooting.
large-scale network rollouts, IT operations modernization, multi-site organizations, centralized IT control
Key Features
DNA Advantage Software Features
Unlocks advanced SD-WAN capabilities including intelligent path control, application optimization, and enhanced security policies.
5-Year Subscription Term
Provides long-term access to software, updates, and support, ensuring predictable budgeting and continuous operation.
Large Site Aggregated Bandwidth (20Gbps)
Supports high-throughput network requirements for major enterprise locations or data centers.
Centralized Management and Orchestration
Simplifies network operations and policy deployment through a unified management interface.
Enhanced Security Capabilities
Improves network defense posture with integrated security features and threat intelligence.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable network connectivity to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulations like PCI DSS and SOX. SD-WAN DNA Advantage provides the necessary security and performance features.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain strict data privacy (HIPAA) and ensure uninterrupted access to critical patient information. SD-WAN DNA Advantage offers the security, reliability, and performance needed for these demanding environments.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations rely on robust and secure networks for real-time data processing and control systems. SD-WAN DNA Advantage enables optimized performance and secure connectivity for distributed manufacturing sites.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses need secure and efficient networks to manage point-of-sale systems, inventory, and customer experiences across multiple locations. SD-WAN DNA Advantage supports these distributed operations with enhanced security and performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco SD-WAN DNA Advantage?
Cisco SD-WAN DNA Advantage is a software subscription that provides advanced features for managing and securing your Wide Area Network. It offers enhanced capabilities beyond the Essentials tier, focusing on optimization, security, and automation.
What does 'XLARGE SITE (AGGR, 20G)' mean in the product name?
This designation indicates the license is intended for a large site with an aggregated bandwidth capacity of up to 20 Gigabits per second. It signifies the scale and performance requirements the license is designed to meet.
What is the benefit of a subscription license over a perpetual one?
Subscription licenses offer predictable operational expenses, continuous access to the latest software features and security updates, and often include integrated support. This model ensures your network remains current and protected without large upfront capital outlays.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.