Cisco WAN Routing & SD-WAN Tier 2 Cloud 1G DNA EA ESS License
This Cisco DNA Essentials license provides Tier 2 cloud-based WAN routing and SD-WAN capabilities for your organization's network infrastructure.
- Access to: Advanced routing protocols and SD-WAN features for optimized network traffic management.
- Coverage for: A 1 Gigabit per second (1G) bandwidth tier, suitable for mid-sized network demands.
- Protection against: Network performance degradation and security vulnerabilities with integrated DNA capabilities.
- Entitlement to: Essential Cisco DNA features for enhanced network visibility, control, and automation.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco WAN (ROUTING & SD-WAN) TIER 2 CLOUD (1G) DNA EA ESS license unlocks critical routing and software-defined wide area networking capabilities within a cloud-managed environment. It provides access to essential Cisco DNA features for network management and optimization at a 1 Gigabit per second tier.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this license to enhance their existing Cisco network infrastructure. It integrates with Cisco hardware to enable advanced routing, secure connectivity, and simplified network operations, supporting business-critical applications and services.
- Enhanced Network Control: Gain granular control over traffic routing and application performance across your WAN.
- Simplified Management: Centralized cloud-based management simplifies network configuration and policy enforcement.
- Improved Performance: Optimize application delivery and user experience through intelligent path selection.
- Security Integration: Benefit from integrated security features to protect your network edge.
- Scalable Bandwidth: Supports up to 1 Gigabit per second, accommodating growing business needs.
This Cisco license is ideal for businesses seeking to modernize their WAN with intelligent routing and SD-WAN features without the complexity of enterprise-grade solutions.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced WAN Routing
Enable teams to implement intelligent path selection and dynamic routing policies across multiple WAN links. Streamline application traffic management for improved user experience and business continuity.
organizations with distributed offices, businesses relying on cloud applications, teams managing hybrid workforces, companies with multiple internet service providers
Deploy SD-WAN Capabilities
Streamline the deployment of software-defined networking across the wide area network for greater agility. Automate policy enforcement and network segmentation to enhance security and compliance.
businesses seeking network modernization, organizations consolidating network infrastructure, teams managing remote sites, companies requiring centralized network control
Optimize Network Performance
Automate network traffic optimization to prioritize critical business applications. Enable proactive monitoring and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and ensure consistent service delivery.
companies with performance-sensitive applications, businesses experiencing network bottlenecks, IT departments focused on user productivity, organizations with fluctuating bandwidth demands
Key Features
Cisco DNA Essentials
Provides access to essential network automation, security, and analytics features for enhanced network management.
SD-WAN Functionality
Enables intelligent traffic steering and simplified policy management across distributed network locations.
Cloud-Managed Tier 2
Offers a scalable cloud-based solution for managing WAN connectivity up to 1 Gbps.
Subscription Billing
Provides predictable operational expenses and continuous access to the latest software features.
Routing Capabilities
Supports advanced routing protocols for optimized data path selection and network resilience.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly secure and reliable WAN connectivity to ensure compliance with regulations like PCI DSS and protect sensitive transaction data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers need robust and secure networks to transmit patient data (HIPAA compliant) and ensure uninterrupted access to critical medical systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations depend on stable and performant WAN connections for real-time data exchange, IoT device communication, and supply chain management.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups use WAN connectivity for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer-facing services, requiring consistent performance and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Essentials is a software subscription that provides foundational capabilities for network automation, security, and analytics, enabling better network management and performance.
What does Tier 2 Cloud (1G) mean?
Tier 2 Cloud (1G) refers to the service level and bandwidth capacity supported by this license, indicating it is designed for mid-range network requirements up to 1 Gigabit per second within a cloud-managed framework.
Is this license tied to specific hardware?
This license enables features on compatible Cisco networking hardware. Specific compatibility details should be verified based on your existing or planned Cisco infrastructure.
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.