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C9300 DNA Advantage, 24-Port, 5 Year Term License
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C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y Overview
C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 24-Port, 5 Year Term License is a network management software license designed specifically for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. This term license provides advanced network management capabilities and is delivered as a digital key via electronic software delivery, requiring online activation. It is intended for enterprise IT management and is compatible with the underlying Cisco IOS XE platform, making it a critical solution for businesses looking to leverage enhanced software-defined networking features.
Built to support a dedicated network device (a 24-port switch), this license is offered as a subscription-type term license with a five-year duration. It is ideally suited for enterprise environments and IT administrators seeking to improve network agility and performance. With official delivery through digital channels and activation managed online, this license integrates seamlessly into existing Cisco deployments while ensuring robust network management and operational continuity.
C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y price is $2,084.00, a 47.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $3,952.00. C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Brand
- Cisco
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y-C9300 DNA Advantage
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Product Region
- Global
C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y Use Case
Zero Trust Network Segmentation in Enterprise Campus with C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y
Scenario: A 5,000-user corporate campus deploys Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches with C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y (Cisco DNA Advantage, 24-Port, 5 Year Term License) to implement Software-Defined Access (SD-Access). IT architects create group-based policies that dynamically assign VLANs and apply micro-segmentation across wired and wireless devices. Outcome: Eliminates manual ACLs, enforces consistent Zero Trust policies, reduces lateral threat propagation by 90%, and simplifies compliance audits.
Automated Zero-Touch Deployment for Multi-Branch Retail Using Cisco DNA Advantage
Scenario: A national retail chain rolling out 100 new stores uses Cisco Catalyst 9300 (24-Port) with a 5-Year DNA Advantage license (C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y). Leveraging Cisco DNA Center’s templates and Plug-and-Play, network teams onboard and configure each switch automatically upon power-up. Outcome: Cuts per-site provisioning from 4 hours to 30 minutes, ensures 100% configuration consistency, accelerates time-to-revenue and reduces field-support costs by 60%.
Real-Time Network Assurance for Financial Services with C9300 24-Port DNA Advantage License
Scenario: A global financial services firm runs latency-sensitive trading platforms on a campus backbone built with Cisco Catalyst 9300-24P and a 5-year DNA Advantage subscription (C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y). By enabling Cisco DNA Assurance, IT teams collect streaming telemetry, apply AI-driven analytics and receive proactive alerts on jitter, packet loss and congestion. Outcome: Reduces mean-time-to-repair by 70%, maintains 99.999% network availability and delivers guaranteed SLAs for mission-critical applications.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y |  C9300-NW-A-48 |  C9300-DNA-E-48S-7Y |  C9300L-DNA-1E-48 |  C9300-DNA-E-24S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | License Certificate | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y-C9300 DNA Advantage | C9300-NW-A-48-C9300 NTWK ADVANTAGE 48PORT LICS | C9300-DNA-E-48S-7Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 48-Port Fiber, 7 Year Term License | C9300L-DNA-1E-48-C9300L Cisco DNA Essentials, 48-port Term license, 1Y term | C9300-DNA-E-24S-C9300 DNA Essentials, 24-Port Fiber Term Licenses |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
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Reviews & Ratings
J
Julian Cartwright
5
DNA Advantage five-year license activated quickly and improved 24-port access features.
K
Kenneth Bramwell
5
Reliable and predictable Cisco licensing for enterprise access.
L
Lewis Thornton
5
Smooth deployment with centralized management benefits.
M
Malcolm Pierce
5
Enhanced network automation and security features.
N
Nigel Stanton
4
Good value for multi-site 24-port deployments.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y license?
The Cisco C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y is a 5-year Cisco DNA Advantage term license for a 24-port Catalyst 9300 series switch, enabling advanced network automation, security, and analytics.
What features are included in the DNA Advantage license?
The DNA Advantage license provides software-defined networking, advanced security features, network analytics, policy automation, and full intent-based networking capabilities.
How long is the term of the Cisco DNA Advantage license?
The Cisco C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y license has a fixed 5-year subscription term covering software updates, support, and feature enhancements.
Which Catalyst 9300 switches are compatible with this license?
This license is compatible with any 24-port Cisco Catalyst 9300 series switch running IOS XE 16.9 or later.
How do I activate the C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y license?
Activate the license through the Cisco Smart Software Manager portal by registering the product SKU and applying the generated token on your switch.
Does the license include technical support and software updates?
Yes, the 5-year term includes 24/7 Cisco TAC support and all software updates released during the subscription period.
Can I renew my DNA Advantage 5-year license after expiration?
Yes, you can renew the license before expiration through your Cisco partner or the Cisco Smart Software Manager to maintain continuous service.
How does Cisco DNA Advantage improve network security?
DNA Advantage delivers integrated threat detection, encrypted traffic analytics, and automated remediation workflows to strengthen network security posture.
Is the license transferable between switches?
Licenses are tied to the switch’s serial number and cannot be transferred; you must purchase a new license for a different device.
What level of automation does DNA Advantage provide?
It offers full policy-based automation, zero-touch provisioning, and intent-based networking to simplify configuration and reduce manual tasks.
Does the license support Software-Defined Access (SD-Access)?
Yes, Cisco DNA Advantage includes SD-Access capabilities such as automated fabric provisioning, segmentation, and policy enforcement.
How do I track license usage and compliance?
Use the Cisco Smart Software Manager dashboard to monitor license entitlements, deployment status, and compliance in real time.
What is the SKU for ordering the 24-port, 5-year DNA Advantage license?
The official SKU is C9300-DNA-A-24-5Y, which you can order through any authorized Cisco reseller.
How does DNA Advantage integrate with Cisco DNA Center?
DNA Advantage leverages Cisco DNA Center for central policy management, network assurance, analytics, and automation workflows.
Can I upgrade from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage?
Yes, you can upgrade by purchasing the difference in subscription term and applying an upgrade token via the Cisco Smart Software Manager.
Where can I get pricing details for this license?
Pricing varies by region and partner; contact your authorized Cisco reseller or visit the Cisco Commerce Workspace for an accurate quote.