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C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y Overview
C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License is a network management software license designed for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. This license provides advanced network analytics, automation, and security capabilities integral to Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA), ensuring compatibility with Cisco hardware deployments in enterprise, SMB, and IT management environments.
This term license is a subscription-based offering with a fixed duration of 3 years delivered via electronic software delivery. The license is activated online with a digital key provided through email, and it is intended for a single device deployment, making it ideal for enterprises seeking to enhance their network infrastructure with reliable, vendor-supported software.
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C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y 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
- Email Delivery
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y Use Case
High-Speed Data Center Interconnect with 48-Port Fiber
In a multinational enterprise data center requiring 10/25 Gbps fiber links across 48 ports, the C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y with Cisco DNA Advantage automates VLAN provisioning and QoS policies. The 3-year term license ensures continuous software updates and support, reducing deployment time by 60% while delivering line-rate performance and simplified end-to-end management.
University Campus SD-Access for Segmentation and Security
A large university leverages the C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y to build a fiber-backed campus backbone, using Cisco DNA Advantage for policy-based microsegmentation across research labs and student networks. Automated user profiling and role-based access control improve security posture, cut misconfigurations by 75%, and streamline compliance with data-privacy mandates.
Managed Service Provider IoT and Wi-Fi Assurance
An MSP deploys the C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y to deliver high-capacity fiber-based Wi-Fi and IoT connectivity in smart buildings. Cisco DNA Advantage and Assurance provide real-time analytics, proactive fault detection, and automated remediation, boosting network uptime by 30% and accelerating issue resolution while the 3-year license secures ongoing feature enhancements.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y |  C9600-P-SMSK |  C9500-DNA-L-E-7R |  C9300-DNA-A-24-7R |  C9300-DA-48-SMSK | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 Years | 1 Year | N/A | N/A | 1 Year |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | Unlimited | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Web-Based | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Email Delivery | Email Delivery | Email Delivery | Email Delivery | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | N/A | 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 | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License | C9600-P-SMSK-Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K | C9500-DNA-L-E-7R-Cisco DNA Essentials C9500 Low 7Y, For Renewal Only | C9300-DNA-A-24-7R-Cisco DNA Advantage C9300 24P 7Y, For Renewal Only | C9300-DA-48-SMSK-Cisco DNA Advantage for C9300 48P SMS-K |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | 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
K
Kingsley Mortimer
5
Good mid-term option for fiber access.
L
Lionel Ashdown
4
Automation features worked as expected.
M
Montgomery Reeve
5
Consistent Cisco quality and support.
N
Neville Stratford
4
Smooth deployment across sites.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco SKU C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y?
Cisco SKU C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y is a 3-year DNA Advantage term license for Catalyst 9300 Series switches with 48 fiber ports.
What capabilities does the DNA Advantage license include?
The DNA Advantage license provides advanced automation, analytics, assurance, segmentation, and policy enforcement for optimized network performance.
How long is the term for this DNA Advantage license?
This DNA Advantage license has a fixed term of three years from activation.
How many fiber ports does the license support?
The license supports all 48 multi-gigabit fiber ports on a compatible Catalyst 9300 switch.
Which switch models are compatible with C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y?
It is compatible with all Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series fiber modular models supporting 48 SFP/SFP+ ports.
What software updates are included in the 3-year term?
The 3-year term includes all Cisco IOS XE software minor and major updates, security patches, and feature releases.
Can I manage this license through Cisco DNA Center?
Yes, DNA Advantage is fully supported and managed via Cisco DNA Center for end-to-end automation and assurance.
What advanced security features are enabled?
It enables secure segmentation, Encrypted Traffic Analytics, TrustSec, and Cisco Umbrella integration for threat protection.
How do I renew or extend the license after three years?
You can renew by purchasing a new term license of equal duration through your Cisco partner or the Cisco Commerce Platform before expiration.
What business outcomes does this license deliver?
It accelerates network deployment, reduces operational costs, strengthens security, and provides actionable insights for digital transformation.
Is technical support included with this license?
Technical support for software and license activation is provided through Cisco TAC during the 3-year term.
How do I activate the DNA Advantage license?
Activation is performed via Cisco Smart Software Manager by assigning the entitlement to your switch’s unique device ID.
What is the difference between DNA Advantage and DNA Essentials?
DNA Advantage adds advanced analytics, assurance, segmentation, automation, and security beyond the basic automation and licensing of DNA Essentials.
Are there hardware or software prerequisites?
You need a compatible Cisco Catalyst 9300 switch running IOS XE 16.12.1 or later and connectivity to Cisco Smart Software Manager.
Does this license support third-party integrations?
Yes, DNA Advantage supports REST APIs, Cisco DNA Center ecosystem integrations, and third-party applications for extended programmability.
How does the license improve network performance?
By automating policy enforcement, optimizing traffic paths, and providing real-time analytics, it ensures consistent high performance and uptime.