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C9300 DNA Essentials, 48-Port, 5 Year Term License
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C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y Overview
C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 48-Port, 5 Year Term License is a network management software solution designed for advanced IT environments. Built to empower enterprises in managing and optimizing their network infrastructure, this Cisco license enables comprehensive monitoring and automated configuration on Catalyst devices, ensuring seamless integration with existing network systems and supporting on-premises deployment.
This term license, delivered as a digital key through electronic distribution, provides software activation via an online process for a dedicated Cisco Catalyst 9300 switch with 48 ports. Ideal for enterprise IT administrators, the license is compatible with Cisco’s IOS XE software and is engineered for mission-critical network management without needing specific end-user operating system interaction.
C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y price is $1,220.00, a 44.7% saving from the Cisco list price of $2,206.00. C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- 5 Years
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Platform Compatibility
- N/A
- 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-DNA-E-48-5Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 48-Port, 5 Year Term License
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y Use Case
Enterprise Network Segmentation and Compliance Using C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y License
A global financial institution deploys Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches with the C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y-C9300 DNA Essentials 48-Port, 5 Year Term License to segment guest, employee and PCI-DSS traffic across its campus network. The DNA Essentials license automates VLAN provisioning and enforces policy-based access controls, delivering end-to-end isolation, real-time threat containment and audit-ready compliance reporting. Benefit: reduces security incidents by 40%, accelerates compliance audits by 50% and lowers operational overhead.
Zero-Touch Provisioning for Retail Branch Rollout with Cisco DNA Essentials
A national retail chain uses Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches paired with the C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y 5-year DNA Essentials license to onboard 200 branch locations. IT teams leverage Plug-and-Play and Cisco DNA Center to automatically apply standard switching templates, QoS profiles and inventory tracking over the 48 Ethernet ports. Benefit: cuts branch provisioning time from days to under 30 minutes, ensures consistent policy enforcement and saves $2M in deployment costs over five years.
Scalable IoT and Edge Device Management in Manufacturing Environments
A global automotive manufacturer integrates smart sensors and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) on the factory floor using Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches with the C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y license. Cisco DNA Essentials enables centralized IoT device onboarding, role-based access control and real-time health monitoring for 48-port edge uplinks. Benefit: improves operational efficiency by 35%, reduces unplanned downtime by 25% and provides a unified dashboard for proactive maintenance.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
 C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y |  C9500-24Y4C-EA-3 |  C9300-DNA-E-48-7Y |  C9300-DNA-A-24S-5Y |  C9200-DNA-P-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 | Subscription | Subscription | Subscription |
| License Duration | 5 Years | 3 Years | N/A | N/A | 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 | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Web-Based |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | 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 | Downloadable | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 48-Port, 5 Year Term License | C9500-24Y4C-EA-3-3YR C9500 24P25G ESSEN TO ADVANTAGE UPG | C9300-DNA-E-48-7Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 48-port, 7 Year Term license | C9300-DNA-A-24S-5Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 24-Port Fiber, 5 Year Term License | C9200-DNA-P-24-1R-Cisco DNA Premier 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Alistair Greene
4
Electronic delivery made deployment seamless and efficient.
B
Benedict Lawson
5
Stable performance with advanced monitoring features unlocked.
C
Clifton Moore
4
Cisco licensing ensured predictable Layer 3 capabilities.
D
Declan Porter
5
Good long-term license for enterprise access networks.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9300 DNA Essentials 48-Port 5-Year Term License (C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y)?
The C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y is a five-year subscription license for Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches that enables core network automation, assurance, and policy enforcement across 48 ports via DNA Center.
Which switches support the C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y license?
This license is compatible with all Cisco Catalyst 9300 series 48-port fixed configuration switches running IOS XE Release 16.9 or later.
What key features are included in DNA Essentials?
DNA Essentials provides centralized automation, device provisioning, compliance enforcement, network assurance, basic security policies, and software image management.
How does DNA Essentials differ from DNA Advantage?
DNA Essentials covers automation and basic assurance features; DNA Advantage adds advanced analytics, software-defined access, encrypted traffic analytics, and segment routing.
How do I activate my 5-year term license?
Log in to Cisco Software Central, enter your Smart Account credentials, register the C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y order number, and apply the PAK on your switch via the CLI or DNA Center.
Can I extend or renew the license after five years?
Yes. You can renew through Cisco or an authorized partner by ordering a new term license prior to expiration to maintain continuous automation and assurance.
What technical support is included with this license?
The subscription includes 24×7 access to Cisco TAC, software updates, and bug-fix releases for DNA Center and IOS XE during the five-year term.
Are there any hardware prerequisites for deploying DNA Essentials?
Ensure your Catalyst 9300 switch runs IOS XE 16.9+ and that you have a Cisco DNA Center appliance or virtual instance for full lifecycle management.
How does the 5-year term license billing work?
You pay a one-time fee at purchase that covers five years of subscription services, including software updates and support.
What network security benefits does DNA Essentials provide?
It enforces basic role-based access policies, VLAN segmentation, and compliance checks to guard against unauthorized access and configuration drift.
Can I migrate from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage mid-term?
Yes. You can upgrade your active license by purchasing the DNA Advantage term license and applying the new PAK; Cisco will pro-rate the remaining term.
How does DNA Essentials improve network performance?
By automating provisioning, policy enforcement, and software image upgrades, DNA Essentials reduces manual errors, accelerates deployments, and optimizes traffic flows.
What is the return on investment (ROI) for DNA Essentials?
Typical ROI stems from reduced deployment times, lower operational expenses, fewer outages, and simplified policy management, often paying for itself within 12–18 months.
Is there a trial available for this license?
Cisco occasionally offers limited-time trials for DNA subscriptions. Contact your Cisco account team or partner to check current trial programs.
What ordering options are available for C9300-DNA-E-48-5Y?
You can order directly through Cisco’s e-commerce portal, via a Cisco authorized partner, or through your existing Cisco Smart Account representative.
What happens if I fail to renew before expiration?
If the license expires, DNA Center orchestration, assurance dashboards, and automated policy enforcement will be disabled until renewal is completed.