Cisco Digital Network Architecture Advantage for C9300 - Term License - 1 License

Unlock the full potential of Cisco’s Digital Network Architecture (DNA) on the Catalyst 9300 with the Advantage term license. This single-license entitlement under Cisco’s Enterprise Agreement (EA) delivers critical DNA capabilities—automation, assurance, security, and policy-driven networking—designed to simplify operations, accelerate deployment, and enhance user experiences across campus networks. Built for organizations pursuing a scalable, intent-based architecture, this license enables advanced features on the C9300 platform, enabling seamless integration with Cisco DNA Center, improved analytics, and ongoing value from your EA investment.

• Dynamic, policy‑driven networking: Activate intent-based policies that automate provisioning, on‑demand provisioning, and dynamic remediation across the Catalyst 9300 family. By aligning network behavior with business intent, IT teams can accelerate deployments, reduce manual configuration errors, and drive consistent experiences for users and devices.
• Comprehensive analytics and assurance: Benefit from real‑time telemetry, application‑aware performance monitoring, and proactive assurance dashboards. DNA Advantage provides visibility into network health, user experience, and SLA alignment, enabling faster diagnosis and improved service assurance across campus networks.
• Security and segmentation: Leverage integrated security features, segmentation, and policy enforcement to protect dynamic campus environments. The solution supports consistent security postures, micro-segmentation, and automated threat visibility, helping to mitigate evolving cyber threats without adding complexity.
• EA-aligned terms and licensing: This term license is designed to fit Cisco Enterprise Agreement models, offering budgeting predictability and streamlined license management. It supports scalable growth as your DNA journey expands across more switches and campuses.
• Seamless upgradability and scalability: The license is crafted to grow with your network, enabling additional DNA features and capacity as your campus network evolves. It’s a future‑proof path for extending DNA Center automation, assurance, and analytics across new nodes and sites.

Technical Details of Cisco Digital Network Architecture Advantage for C9300 - Term License - 1 License

• License type: Term License (1 License)
• Product: Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Advantage
• Supported device: Cisco Catalyst 9300 series switches
• License quantity: 1
• Term length: Defined by Cisco Enterprise Agreement (EA) contract with the customer; renewal per EA terms
• Licensing model: DNA Advantage entitlement; integration with Cisco Smart Licensing as applicable
• Delivery method: Internet-based entitlement tied to EA; activation and management through Cisco licensing portals
• Key benefits: Access to DNA Center automation, assurance, security features, and policy-based networking for the C9300 platform

How to install Cisco Digital Network Architecture Advantage for C9300

• Step 1: Verify hardware and software compatibility: Ensure your Catalyst 9300 model supports DNA features and is on a compatible IOS XE release as specified by the EA terms.
• Step 2: Prepare licensing and connectivity: Access the Cisco Smart Licensing portal and attach the Term License entitlement to the appropriate device or inventory scope per your EA configuration. Ensure the switch(es) can reach Cisco licensing services.
• Step 3: Enable DNA features on the C9300: Use the device CLI or Cisco DNA Center to activate DNA Advantage features, including automation workflows, analytics, and security policies. Apply the entitlement to unlock the DNA capabilities on the device.
• Step 4: Integrate with Cisco DNA Center: If you have DNA Center, onboard the Catalyst 9300 into DNA Center, assign network profiles, and configure policy templates and assurance dashboards to begin automated operations.
• Step 5: Validate operation and governance: Confirm feature availability, telemetry data streams, and policy enforcement. Establish ongoing license compliance, periodic health checks, and renewal reminders aligned with your EA schedule.

Frequently asked questions

• What is Cisco DNA Advantage for C9300? A term license entitlement that activates Cisco DNA features on the Catalyst 9300 under the Cisco Enterprise Agreement (EA), enabling automation, analytics, security, and policy-driven networking.
• Which devices are supported? The Cisco Catalyst 9300 series switches; the entitlement is designed to extend DNA capabilities specifically to these models within the EA framework.
• How is this license activated? Activation typically occurs via Cisco Smart Licensing in connection with the EA, with DNA Center integration providing centralized management and policy deployment.
• How does it impact operations? It delivers policy-driven automation, real-time assurance, and tighter security controls, reducing manual configuration, accelerating deployments, and improving user experience across campuses.
• What is the renewal model? The license is aligned to Cisco Enterprise Agreement terms, requiring renewal or extension per the EA contract to maintain ongoing DNA benefits.