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C9400-DNA-A-5Y Overview
C9400-DNA-A-5Y-Cisco Catalyst 9400 Cisco DNA Advantage 5 Year License is a network management software license that enables advanced enterprise features for Cisco Catalyst 9400 series switches. This license enhances the management capabilities of the device by providing access to the Cisco DNA Advantage suite, ensuring optimized IT management and robust network automation ideal for large-scale network environments.
C9400-DNA-A-5Y-Cisco Catalyst 9400 Cisco DNA Advantage 5 Year License is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9400 hardware and is delivered via electronic software delivery as a digital key activated online. Designed for enterprise IT management use cases, this subscription-based license integrates into Cisco’s network operating systems to facilitate secure and automated network operations, ensuring consistent performance in high-demand business environments.
C9400-DNA-A-5Y price is $14,000.00, a 44.6% saving from the Cisco list price of $25,272.00. C9400-DNA-A-5Y is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9400-DNA-A-5Y Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- N/A
- 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
- C9400-DNA-A-5Y-Cisco Catalyst 9400 Cisco DNA Advantage 5 Year License
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9400-DNA-A-5Y |  C9300-DNA-A-24-3Y |  C9300-NW-A-48 |  C9300-DNA-A-48S |  C9500-DNA-32QC-E-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Perpetual |
| License Duration | N/A | 3 Years | Lifetime | 1 Year | Lifetime |
| 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 | N/A | N/A | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Email Delivery | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | Multilingual | 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 | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | C9400-DNA-A-5Y-Cisco Catalyst 9400 Cisco DNA Advantage 5 Year License | C9300-DNA-A-24-3Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 24-Port, 3 Year Term License | C9300-NW-A-48-C9300 NTWK ADVANTAGE 48PORT LICS | C9300-DNA-A-48S-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber Term Licenses | C9500-DNA-32QC-E-A-C9500 DNA 32P40G Upgrade License |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | Yes | Yes | N/A | Yes | N/A |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
U
Upton Reeves
4
Long-term term reduced licensing overhead.
V
Vincent Harper
4
Reliable activation with no downtime.
W
Wallace Norton
5
Advanced features enhanced campus networking.
X
Xerxes Langford
5
Strong Cisco solution for large environments.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Cisco DNA Advantage 5-Year License?
The Cisco DNA Advantage 5-Year license for Catalyst 9400 series provides advanced network services—including automation, assurance, segmentation, and security—for each switch over a five-year term.
What key features are included in the Cisco DNA Advantage license?
It delivers advanced automation, policy-based segmentation, threat detection, network analytics assurance, Software-Defined Access (SD-Access), and continuous software updates.
How does a 5-year license benefit my organization?
A 5-year term ensures predictable budgeting, uninterrupted access to feature upgrades, security patches, and Cisco support, maximizing network reliability and ROI.
Which Catalyst 9400 switch models are compatible with this license?
Supported on Cisco Catalyst 9400 fixed-configuration modular platforms, including C9410, C9420, C9440, and high-speed slot variants.
How can I renew or extend my Cisco DNA Advantage license?
Renew through Cisco Smart Software Manager or authorized resellers up to 60 days before expiration to maintain service continuity.
What security capabilities does DNA Advantage provide?
Includes integrated threat detection with Encrypted Traffic Analytics, policy-based access control, advanced malware protection, and automated threat remediation.
What automation and assurance features are available in DNA Advantage?
Provides Zero-Touch Provisioning, automated configuration, real-time analytics, proactive issue detection, and AI-driven assurance dashboards.
Can I upgrade from Cisco DNA Essentials to Cisco DNA Advantage?
Yes. Upgrade via Cisco Smart Software Manager or partners by applying a license conversion SKU to enable Advantage features.
How does DNA Advantage support network segmentation and zero-trust?
Leverages Cisco TrustSec for microsegmentation, enforcing least-privilege access policies and isolating critical workloads to support zero-trust architectures.
What support and software updates are included in the 5-Year license?
Includes 24×7 Cisco TAC support, major/minor software upgrades, security fixes, and feature enhancements throughout the license term.
How does DNA Advantage optimize network performance?
Utilizes AI-driven telemetry and analytics to proactively optimize traffic flows, detect anomalies, and ensure SLA compliance.
Is Cisco SD-Access included in the DNA Advantage license?
Yes. SD-Access fabric automation, policy enforcement, and segmentation are fully supported under the Advantage license.
How does Cisco DNA Advantage simplify network management?
Centralizes policy deployment, automated workflows, and monitoring through Cisco DNA Center’s single-pane interface.
What are the licensing requirements and ordering options?
One SKU per switch (C9400-DNA-A-5Y) for a 5-year subscription, available via Cisco authorized partners and direct channels.
How do I activate the Cisco DNA Advantage license on my Catalyst 9400?
Activate via Cisco DNA Center or CLI by importing your entitlement certificate into Cisco Smart Software Manager, then assigning it to the switch.