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C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T Overview
C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T-Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentialss 12-Port Term licenses are designed as network management software for Cisco Catalyst 9500 series switches, enabling essential enterprise network functions such as device configuration, monitoring, and lifecycle management. This license is a term-based, subscription offering provided through digital key delivery and activated online, making it compatible with IT environments that rely on robust network automation and control.
Specifically tailored for IT administration in enterprises and SMBs, this license supports smart and efficient management of network infrastructures through Cisco DNA Essentials features. It is engineered to be deployed on Cisco hardware platforms while ensuring seamless integration with the network ecosystem, providing a cost-effective solution for organizations looking to optimize their network operations without the need for additional physical media or offline activations.
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C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- 1 Year
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- Cross-Platform
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- N/A
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T-Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentialss 12-Port Term licenses
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T Use Case
Secure Campus Network Segmentation with DNA Essentials Licensing
In a university campus environment, IT teams deploy C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T-Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentials 12-Port Term licenses on Catalyst 9500 switches to enable Cisco SD-Access microsegmentation, isolating student, faculty and guest traffic. Benefit: delivers enforced policy consistency, reduces lateral threat propagation, and simplifies network compliance across 10,000+ endpoints.
Automated Assurance and Telemetry for Proactive Network Operations
A multinational retail chain equips its core Catalyst 9500 infrastructure with C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T-Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentials 12-Port Term licenses to activate real-time telemetry and automated assurance via Cisco DNA Center. Benefit: achieves 35% faster incident resolution, ensures 99.99% uptime across 500+ stores, and proactively optimizes performance.
Zero-Touch Branch Deployment and Centralized Policy Management
A professional services firm scales its branch network by applying C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T-Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentials 12-Port Term licenses for zero-touch provisioning and unified policy automation on Catalyst 9500 switches. Benefit: slashes branch onboarding from weeks to hours, reduces OpEx by 40%, and enforces consistent governance across 120 remote sites.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T |  C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y |  C9300-DNA-A-24S-7Y |  C9300-DNA-P-48S-7Y |  IM-C9500-DNAP7Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Subscription | Subscription | Subscription | Subscription |
| License Duration | 1 Year | 3 Years | N/A | N/A | 7Yr Term License |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Unlimited |
| Device Count | N/A | 1 Device | 1 Device | N/A | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A | N/A | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Email Delivery | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | Multilingual |
| 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 | N/A | Downloadable | N/A | N/A | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T-Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentialss 12-Port Term licenses | C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License | C9300-DNA-A-24S-7Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 24-Port Fiber, 7 Year Term License | C9300-DNA-P-48S-7Y-C9300 DNA Premier, 48-Port Fiber, 7 Year Term License | IM-C9500-DNAP7Y-C9500 DNA Premier,40X/24Q/48Y4C/32C/32QC,7Yr Term License |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Matthew Owens
5
Easy deployment and predictable behavior.
A
Alan Stewart
4
Reliable baseline enterprise features.
P
Patrick Doyle
5
Reduced administrative effort.
T
Trent Lawson
5
Meets operational requirements well.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentials 12-Port Term license (SKU: C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T)?
The Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentials 12-Port Term license is a subscription-based software license that provides foundational network automation, policy-based segmentation, and visibility for 12 ports on Catalyst 9500 series switches.
Which Cisco Catalyst 9500 switches are compatible with the DNA Essentials 12-Port Term license?
The DNA Essentials 12-Port Term license is compatible with all Cisco Catalyst 9500 fixed-core switches that support modular port licensing, including C9500-12Q, C9500-16X, and C9500-24Y4C models.
What core features are included in the DNA Essentials 12-Port Term license?
DNA Essentials provides Intent-based networking, AI-powered automation, basic segmentation with Cisco TrustSec, network telemetry and assurance, software-defined access (SD-Access) capabilities, and policy enforcement for 12 switch ports.
How long is the term for the DNA Essentials 12-Port license?
The DNA Essentials 12-Port license is offered in 1-, 3-, and 5-year subscription terms, allowing you to choose the duration that aligns with your budget and deployment lifecycle.
How do I activate the DNA Essentials 12-Port Term license?
After purchase, obtain your Smart Account token, register your C9500 switch in Cisco DNA Center or the Cisco Licensing portal, and assign the 12-Port DNA Essentials license to the device for automatic activation.
Can I upgrade from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage on the same 12 ports?
Yes. You can migrate from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage by purchasing the DNA Essentials-to-Advantage upgrade SKU and applying it to your existing 12-port license term.
What is the difference between DNA Essentials and DNA Advantage?
DNA Essentials delivers foundational automation, assurance, and segmentation, while DNA Advantage adds advanced analytics, encrypted traffic analytics, WAN optimization, and advanced security integrations.
Does the 12-Port DNA Essentials license include Cisco DNA Center?
No. Cisco DNA Center is a separate appliance or virtual software purchase; the DNA Essentials license is the subscription for switch software capabilities managed by DNA Center.
How does licensing port count work with modular Catalyst 9500 switches?
Licensing is based on the number of active ports enabled by the license. The DNA Essentials 12-Port license covers up to 12 ports on a single Catalyst 9500 switch chassis.
What are the key benefits of using DNA Essentials on Catalyst 9500 switches?
DNA Essentials simplifies network operations with automation, reduces configuration errors with policy-based orchestration, enhances security through segmentation, and provides real-time telemetry for proactive troubleshooting.
How do I renew or extend my DNA Essentials subscription?
To renew, log into the Cisco Commerce Workspace or your reseller portal, select your existing 12-Port DNA Essentials license, choose the desired term, and complete the renewal purchase before expiration.
Can I reassign the 12-Port DNA Essentials license to another switch?
Yes. When the license term expires or if you decommission a switch, you can revoke the license from one device in your Smart Account and reassign it to another compatible Catalyst 9500 switch.
What support options are available for DNA Essentials licenses?
DNA Essentials subscriptions include access to Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) support, software updates, and minor releases for the duration of your subscription term.
How does the 12-Port term license impact total cost of ownership (TCO)?
A term-based model lowers upfront costs, aligns spending with operational budgets, and reduces manual management overhead by automating routine tasks, thereby optimizing your network TCO.
Is the DNA Essentials 12-Port license perpetual or subscription-based?
The DNA Essentials 12-Port license is strictly subscription-based, available in 1-, 3-, or 5-year terms; it is not a perpetual license.
What ordering options are available for SKU C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T?
You can order SKU C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T through Cisco authorized resellers, the Cisco Commerce Workspace, or Cisco direct channels by specifying the desired term length and Smart Account details.