United States$5,000,000+
Inventory Delivered By
P
Patrick Simmons
4
Cisco ONE DNA Advantage simplified licensing across our 12-port core switches.
C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T
Original Stock
Ready to Ship
Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Advantage 12Q/16X Term licenses
FEATURED DEAL
Name:
C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T
- Description:
- Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Advantage 12Q/16X Term licenses
- Rating:
Added to cart 28 times recently
- Availability:
In stock - Ready to Ship
- Brand:
- Cisco
- GTIN:
- 83086181115
- Condition:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Shipping:
Payment:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Need Additional Discount on Product?
Request a quote below - Get Exclusive Pricing and Support.
Shipping:
Payment:
TRUSTED, TRIED, PROVEN
Officially Accredited
& Verified By
Next-Gen IT
Solutions Powered By
C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T Overview
C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T-Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Advantage 12Q/16X Term licenses provide advanced network management capabilities designed specifically for Cisco Catalyst 9500 series switches. These licenses fall under the network management software category and are delivered as a subscription-based term license with a fixed duration, ensuring full online activation and digital key delivery for streamlined deployment in enterprise environments.
Designed primarily for IT administration within enterprise settings, these licenses support dedicated device management with one device per license, and they are compatible with Cisco’s proprietary operating system on its hardware. The activation process is completed online, ensuring secure and efficient license management, while support is included to help maintain a robust IT infrastructure.
C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T price is is available on request. Get immediate quote.
Request bulk order quote for C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T for additional pricing. Browse the full Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Licenses series or explore all Cisco products.
C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- 3 Years
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Platform Compatibility
- N/A
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Advantage
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T |  C9400-SUP-UPG-LIC= |  C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P |  C9200-48-E-A-7 |  C9300L-DNA-A-48 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| License Type | Subscription | Perpetual | Subscription | Subscription | Subscription |
| License Duration | 3 Years | Lifetime | 1 Year | N/A | 1 Year |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | 1 Device | N/A | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | N/A | N/A | Web-Based | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | License Certificate | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Physical | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes |
| Product Name | Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Advantage | C9400-SUP-UPG-LIC=-CATALYST 9400 SUPERVISOR SW UPG PAPER LICS | C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P-C9500 DNA Premier, 48Y4C Port , Term License | C9200-48-E-A-7-48-port NW & Ciso DNA Ess to NW&DNA Adv Upgrade License 7Y | C9300L-DNA-A-48-C9300L Cisco DNA Advantage, 48-port license |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
G
George Callahan
5
Everything bundled clearly with no confusion.
E
Elliot Harrison
5
Reduced administrative overhead significantly.
F
Frank Donovan
5
Smooth activation and stable feature set.
L
Liam Prescott
4
Well-suited for enterprise standardization.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Advantage 12Q/16X Term licenses?
Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Advantage 12Q/16X Term licenses deliver advanced Cisco DNA features—including automation, security, and analytics—for Catalyst 9500 switches supporting 12 QSFP-100G or 16 SFP-10/25G ports.
What features are included in the C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T license?
This license includes Cisco DNA Center automation, policy-based segmentation, analytics, threat detection, encrypted traffic analytics, and 24×7 software support and updates.
Which switches are compatible with the C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T license?
The license is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series modular chassis equipped with the 12×100G QSFP or 16×10/25G SFP line cards.
What does “12Q/16X term licenses” mean?
“12Q/16X” denotes entitlement for either 12 QSFP-100G ports or 16 SFP-10/25G ports on a Catalyst 9500 switch, governed by a subscription term.
How long is the term duration for this license?
The C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T license is available in 1-, 3-, or 5-year subscription options, configurable at time of purchase.
Can I upgrade from Cisco DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage?
Yes, you can migrate from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage by purchasing an upgrade SKU and applying the new license key to your Smart Account.
How do I renew my C9500 DNA Advantage term license?
Renewals are processed through Cisco or an authorized reseller by ordering a renewal SKU and rehosting the license via Cisco Smart Software Manager.
How is the price of C1-C9500-12-DNAA-T determined?
Pricing depends on the subscription term length (1/3/5 years), port density (12Q vs. 16X) and your region’s Cisco pricing policies.
How can I purchase the C9500 DNA Advantage term license?
You can order the license through an authorized Cisco reseller, partner portal or directly via Cisco Commerce Workspace.
Do I need a Cisco Smart Account to use this license?
Yes, a Cisco Smart Account is required to activate, manage and entitle your DNA Advantage subscription using Smart Software Manager.
What network automation capabilities does this license provide?
It enables end-to-end network automation, zero-touch provisioning, policy-based workflows and software-defined orchestration via Cisco DNA Center.
What security features are included in DNA Advantage?
DNA Advantage provides threat detection, encrypted traffic analytics, software-based microsegmentation and integration with Cisco Security portfolio.
Does the license include software updates and technical support?
Yes, the subscription includes full access to Cisco TAC support, software updates, bug fixes and minor feature releases.
Can I convert this term license to a perpetual license?
Yes, Cisco offers a Conversion License Option (CLO) to migrate term subscriptions to perpetual licenses subject to eligibility and additional fees.
What deployment options are supported?
The license supports standalone and stackable deployments of Catalyst 9500 Series switches in campus and data center access or aggregation layers.
Are there volume or enterprise agreement discounts available?
Yes, you may qualify for volume licensing or Cisco Enterprise Agreements for discounted pricing and simplified renewal under a single contract.