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C9300-DA-24-SMSK Overview
C9300-DA-24-SMSK-Cisco DNA Advantage for C9300 24P SMS-K is a network management software license tailored for Cisco Catalyst 9300 series switches. It is designed to empower IT administrators in enterprise environments with advanced network visibility, automation, and security capabilities. The license is a subscription-based activation delivered digitally via a digital key, ensuring swift online activation and integration with web-based management tools.
This software license is officially categorized under Network Management, compatible with Cisco hardware, and intended for enterprise use in IT administration and network operations. Offered as a subscription for a 1 Year duration, it is activated online for a single device and supports English language with a downloadable software format, ensuring global usability with vendor-supported assistance.
C9300-DA-24-SMSK price is $524.00, a 47.6% saving from the Cisco list price of $1,000.00. C9300-DA-24-SMSK is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9300-DA-24-SMSK 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
- 1 Device
- Platform Compatibility
- Web-Based
- 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
- C9300-DA-24-SMSK-Cisco DNA Advantage for C9300 24P SMS-K
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9300-DA-24-SMSK Use Case
Automated Campus Access Control with Cisco DNA Advantage on C9300-DA-24-SMSK
In a multi-building enterprise campus, IT teams deploy the C9300-DA-24-SMSK with Cisco DNA Advantage to orchestrate device onboarding, dynamic VLAN assignment and policy-based access via Cisco DNA Center. By leveraging automated identity-based access control and Software-Defined Access (SD-Access), the organization reduces manual switch provisioning by 80%, accelerates user/device onboarding by 60%, and enforces consistent security policies across 1,000+ endpoints for optimized network uptime and compliance.
Secure IoT Segmentation and Threat Containment on Catalyst 9300 with DNA Advantage
In a smart manufacturing plant, network architects integrate the C9300-DA-24-SMSK with Cisco DNA Advantage to segment critical IoT sensors, PLCs and operator workstations into micro-segmented virtual networks. Real-time telemetry and encrypted fabric channels isolate industrial devices from corporate VLANs, enabling rapid threat containment. As a result, the plant achieves a 75% reduction in lateral threat propagation, full PCI/ISO compliance for IoT assets, and granular policy enforcement without impacting operational performance.
Multi-Site Branch Network Automation and Assurance with Cisco DNA Advantage
A retail chain with 50+ branch locations standardizes on the C9300-DA-24-SMSK running Cisco DNA Advantage to automate switch provisioning, firmware updates and policy deployment from a centralized Cisco DNA Center instance. Template-driven configurations, zero-touch provisioning and continuous telemetry deliver 30% lower OPEX, 50% faster branch roll-outs, and proactive issue resolution via Assurance dashboards—ensuring consistent QoS for POS systems, digital signage and guest Wi-Fi across all sites.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9300-DA-24-SMSK |  C9500-DNA-L-E-A-3 |  C9300-DNA-P-48S |  C9300-DNA-P-48-1Y |  C9300L-DNA-1A-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 | Subscription | Subscription | Subscription | Subscription |
| License Duration | 1 Year | 3 Years | 1 Year | 1 Year | 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 | N/A | 1 Device | N/A | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | Web-Based | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | 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 | N/A | N/A | Downloadable | N/A |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | C9300-DA-24-SMSK-Cisco DNA Advantage for C9300 24P SMS-K | C9500-DNA-L-E-A-3-9500 DNA Essentials to Advantage 3 Year License - Low | C9300-DNA-P-48S-C9300 DNA Premier, 48-Port Fiber Term Licenses | C9300-DNA-P-48-1Y-C9300 DNA Premier, 48-Port, 1 Year Term License | C9300L-DNA-1A-48-C9300L Cisco DNA Advantage, 48-port Term license, 1Y term |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
Q
Quentin Marshfield
5
Electronic activation was straightforward and reliable.
R
Richard Lawson
5
Enhances branch network visibility and performance.
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Sebastian Moore
4
Reliable Cisco license for fiber uplinks.
T
Thomas Whitaker
5
Good investment for predictable access-layer functionality.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco DNA Advantage for C9300-24P SMS-K?
Cisco DNA Advantage for C9300-24P SMS-K is a subscription-based software license that delivers advanced network automation, assurance, security, and analytics for Catalyst 9300 24-port switches.
What does SKU C9300-DA-24-SMSK include?
The C9300-DA-24-SMSK SKU includes a Cisco DNA Advantage subscription, Smart Net Total Care support, and access to software updates for a Catalyst 9300 24-port PoE switch.
What is the subscription term for Cisco DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Advantage subscriptions are available in 1-, 3-, or 5-year terms, with flexible renewal options to maintain continuous access to software updates and support.
Which key features are provided by Cisco DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Advantage delivers policy-based automation, device-level segmentation, advanced analytics with AI/ML insights, threat detection and response, and software-defined access (SD-Access).
How does Cisco DNA Advantage differ from Cisco DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Advantage adds advanced assurance, security, and analytics beyond the basic automation and licensing capabilities included in Cisco DNA Essentials.
How does Cisco DNA Advantage improve network automation?
Cisco DNA Advantage automates device provisioning, policy enforcement, and software upgrades through intent-based networking and Cisco DNA Center integration.
Can I upgrade from Cisco DNA Essentials to Cisco DNA Advantage?
Yes. You can purchase an upgrade license SKU to move from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage without replacing existing hardware.
Which Catalyst 9300 hardware models are compatible with this license?
The C9300-DA-24-SMSK license is compatible with all Cisco Catalyst 9300 fixed-configuration switches, including 24-port PoE and PoE+ variants.
What are the licensing prerequisites for DNA Advantage?
You must have a Catalyst 9300 switch with a Cisco DNA software image and an active Smart Account to assign and manage the DNA Advantage license.
How does Cisco DNA Advantage enhance network security?
Cisco DNA Advantage integrates Cisco TrustSec for device-level segmentation, Encrypted Traffic Analytics, and advanced threat detection with Cisco Secure Network Analytics.
What analytics capabilities are included in Cisco DNA Advantage?
It provides AI/ML-driven network assurance, historical and real-time performance insights, proactive anomaly detection, and automated remediation workflows.
How does DNA Advantage support IoT and mobility?
Cisco DNA Advantage auto-profiles IoT devices, applies adaptive policies, and ensures seamless roaming with policy consistency and wireless assurance.
What technical support is included with Smart Net Total Care?
Smart Net Total Care offers 24×7 technical assistance, next-business-day hardware replacement, software updates, and online resources to maximize network availability.
How do I renew my Cisco DNA Advantage license?
Renewal is managed through Cisco Commerce Workspace or your Cisco partner; simply select the desired term and submit a renewal order before expiration.
What are the deployment prerequisites for DNA Advantage?
Deployment requires Cisco DNA Center version 2.x, a registered Smart Account, device on-boarding via Cisco Plug and Play, and proper network segmentation design.
What ROI benefits can I expect from Cisco DNA Advantage?
Organizations typically see reduced operational costs by 30%, faster service provisioning, improved network uptime, and enhanced security posture with Cisco DNA Advantage.