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C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y Overview
C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 24-Port Fiber, 7 Year Term License is a network management software license designed for integration with Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. This term license provides essential network features under the DNA Essentials portfolio, allowing organizations—from small and medium businesses to large enterprises—to optimize and manage their network infrastructure. The license is delivered digitally, enabling online activation, and is intended exclusively for the Cisco hardware platform.
This product is categorized under Network Management and is offered as a subscription with a fixed 7-year duration. It is tailored for IT administrators seeking robust network management capabilities, with deployment that requires a one-device activation per switch. The solution is delivered as a digital key through email and supports English documentation, ensuring that enterprises and education institutions can leverage its benefits without the need for cross-platform compatibility adjustments.
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C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- 7 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
- N/A
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 24-Port Fiber, 7 Year Term License
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y Use Case
Campus Network Automation and Consistent Policy Enforcement
In a multinational university campus deploying Cisco Catalyst C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 24-Port Fiber, 7-Year Term License, IT teams automate device provisioning, firmware updates and policy rollout across 24 SFP+ fiber uplinks. The DNA Essentials license leverages Cisco DNA Center’s intent-based APIs to enforce role-based access control (RBAC), segment student, faculty and guest traffic, and deliver zero-touch switch onboarding. Benefit: Accelerated network deployment by 60%, unified security policy enforcement campus-wide, and 7-year assurance of feature upgrades and support.
High-Performance Data Center Fiber-ToR Aggregation with Real-Time Telemetry
In a large-scale data center, network architects deploy the C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y to aggregate Top-of-Rack switches via 24 high-density fiber ports, supporting 25G uplinks. The DNA Essentials license powers advanced streaming telemetry, proactive fault detection and automated compliance checks through Cisco DNA Center. Benefit: Improved application performance visibility with sub-second telemetry, 40% reduction in mean-time-to-repair (MTTR), and sustained hardware and software support for seven years.
Secure IoT Device Segmentation and Threat Containment in Healthcare
A hospital network uses Cisco Catalyst C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y to segment mission-critical medical devices, bedside monitors and guest Wi-Fi on dedicated virtual LANs over 24 fiber ports. With Cisco DNA Essentials, security teams implement software-defined segmentation and real-time threat analytics to automatically isolate compromised endpoints. Benefit: Enhanced patient data protection, 80% fewer lateral threat movements, and long-term DNA Essentials license assurance for compliance and future feature updates.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y |  C9300-DNA-P-24S-3Y |  C9500-DNA-32C-E-A |  C9200-DNA-A-48-1R |  C9200-DNA-A-24-1R | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Perpetual | Subscription | Subscription |
| License Duration | 7 Years | 3 Years | Lifetime | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | IT Admin |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | 1 Device | N/A | 1 Device | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Email Delivery | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Email Delivery |
| 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 | N/A | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 24-Port Fiber, 7 Year Term License | C9300-DNA-P-24S-3Y-C9300 DNA Premier, 24-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License | C9500-DNA-32C-E-A-C9500 DNA 32P100G Upgrade License | C9200-DNA-A-48-1R-Cisco DNA Advantage C920048P 1Y, For Renewal Only | C9200-DNA-A-24-1R-Cisco DNA Advantage C920024P 1Y, For Renewal Only |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kieran Loxley
5
Ideal for organizations planning extended deployments.
L
Laurence Whitford
4
Consistent performance with minimal maintenance.
M
Matthew Calderon
5
Reliable Cisco solution for fiber access.
N
Nicholas Amberley
4
Strong value for long-term planning.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y?
The Cisco C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y is a Catalyst 9300 Series switch with 24 fiber ports and a 7-year DNA Essentials term license for advanced network automation and security.
How many ports does the C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y support?
The C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y supports 24 enhanced small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) fiber ports for high-speed uplinks and distribution.
What capabilities does the DNA Essentials license provide?
DNA Essentials delivers network automation, basic segmentation, device provisioning, policy enforcement, and analytics for simplified operations and improved uptime.
What is the duration of the C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y license?
The license term for the C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y is 7 years from the date of activation, covering software feature access and updates.
How do I activate the Cisco DNA Essentials license?
To activate, register the device in Cisco Smart Software Manager, claim the license, and apply the entitlement token on the switch CLI or Cisco DNA Center.
Can I upgrade from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage?
Yes, you can upgrade to DNA Advantage by purchasing a license upgrade SKU and applying it through Cisco Smart Software Manager for feature expansion.
Which Cisco IOS XE version is required?
The C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y requires Cisco IOS XE 16.9 or later to support DNA Essentials and all associated automation and security features.
Does this package include hardware warranty?
Yes, it includes Cisco’s limited lifetime hardware warranty with next-business-day replacement for eligible components.
Is Cisco Smart Licensing mandatory for this product?
Yes, Cisco Smart Licensing is required to manage and track your DNA Essentials term license and ensure policy compliance.
What management tools work with DNA Essentials?
Cisco DNA Center and Cisco Prime Infrastructure both integrate with DNA Essentials for centralized provisioning, monitoring, and policy management.
How does DNA Essentials improve network security?
DNA Essentials enables automated microsegmentation, role-based policies, and basic threat detection to reduce attack surface and enforce compliance.
Can I transfer this license to another switch?
Yes, the term license is transferable; decommission the original device in Cisco Smart Software Manager before reassigning to a new switch.
What support services are included?
The package includes 24/7 Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) support and access to software updates for the duration of the 7-year term.
How do I renew the 7-year license term?
To renew, purchase a new DNA Essentials term SKU before expiration and apply the renewal token in Cisco Smart Software Manager.
Where can I download the required software?
Download Cisco IOS XE images and DNA Center software from Cisco’s Software Download portal using your Cisco.com credentials.
What are the recommended use cases for this switch?
The C9300-DNA-E-24S-7Y is ideal for enterprise access layers, campus core distribution, and fiber-optimized deployments requiring long-term automation.