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C9400-DNA-P-5Y Overview
C9400-DNA-P-5Y-C9400 DNA Premier 5 Year Term License is a network management software license engineered for Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series deployments. Designed primarily for enterprise and IT administration use cases, this term license delivers advanced automation, analytics, and security features that enhance network visibility and operational efficiency.
C9400-DNA-P-5Y-C9400 DNA Premier 5 Year Term License falls under the network management software category and is provided as a subscription with a 5-year term. Delivered via digital key with an online activation process, the license is integrated into Cisco’s ecosystem and is accessible through web-based interfaces, making it ideal for enterprises seeking to optimize their network management infrastructure.
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C9400-DNA-P-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
- Web-Based
- 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
- C9400-DNA-P-5Y-C9400 DNA Premier 5 Year Term License
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9400-DNA-P-5Y Use Case
Real-Time Threat Detection & Advanced Micro-Segmentation for Financial Services
A global financial institution deploys Cisco Catalyst 9400 with C9400-DNA-P-5Y DNA Premier 5 Year Term License to enable Stealthwatch® encrypted traffic analytics and policy-driven micro-segmentation across its campus network. This use case delivers real-time anomaly detection, automated threat containment and granular access controls. Benefit: reduces breach dwell time by up to 75%, ensures PCI DSS and SOX compliance, and strengthens armed-force-grade network security.
AI-Powered Network Assurance & Proactive Performance Optimization in Retail
A national retail chain integrates Cisco DNA Premier on Catalyst 9400 switches to leverage AI/ML-driven Assurance, telemetry and proactive remediation via Cisco DNA Center. The solution continuously analyzes 1,000+ store locations for wireless coverage, application latency and device health. Benefit: cuts mean-time-to-resolution by 80%, boosts network uptime to 99.9%, and elevates in-store customer experience while reducing field-support costs.
Zero-Touch Provisioning & Policy-Based IoT Segmentation in Manufacturing
A large automotive manufacturer implements C9400-DNA-P-5Y DNA Premier license on Cisco Catalyst 9400 to automate onboarding of 5,000+ IoT sensors and robotics controllers via Plug-and-Play. Leveraging policy templates and identity-based network access, devices are segmented into secure VLANs on first connect. Benefit: accelerates deployment by 90%, eliminates manual configuration errors, and maintains industrial-grade security and compliance.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9400-DNA-P-5Y |  C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5 |  C9500-DNA-12Q-A |  C9400-DNA-E-A-5 |  C9300L-DNA-P-24-3Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | N/A | 1 Year | N/A | 3 Years |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | N/A | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | Web-Based | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 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 |
| 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 | Downloadable | Downloadable | N/A | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes |
| Product Name | C9400-DNA-P-5Y-C9400 DNA Premier 5 Year Term License | C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5-9500 DNA Essentials to Advantage 5 Year License - Low | C9500-DNA-12Q-A-C9500 DNA Advantage, Term licenses | C9400-DNA-E-A-5-C9400 NW & DNA Ess to NW & DNA Adv Upgrade License (5Y) | C9300L-DNA-P-24-3Y-C9300L Cisco DNA Premier, 24-port, 3 Year Term license |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | Yes | No | 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
Kyle Westbrook
4
Strong mid-to-long-term value.
L
Liam Thornwick
5
Activation was immediate.
M
Marcus Glenwood
4
Reduced manual network operations.
N
Neil Asherton
5
Excellent for enterprise cores.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco C9400-DNA-P-5Y license?
The C9400-DNA-P-5Y is a five-year Cisco DNA Premier term license for Catalyst 9400 Series switches that unlocks full software feature sets, including advanced analytics, security, assurance and automation.
Which features are included in the DNA Premier license?
DNA Premier includes Software-Defined Access, advanced telemetry and assurance, secure segmentation, WAN optimization, AI-driven analytics, and third-party application integrations.
How long is the term for the C9400-DNA-P-5Y license?
The license term is five years from the date of activation, during which you receive all software updates, upgrades and access to Cisco support services.
Which Catalyst 9400 hardware models support DNA Premier?
DNA Premier supports all Catalyst 9400 Series chassis and supervisor engine combinations, including C9400-Nexus and C9400-LAN modules with valid DNA licensing slots.
How do I activate my C9400-DNA-P-5Y license?
Activate the license by registering your product SKU and device serial number in Cisco Smart Software Manager, then assign the five-year DNA Premier entitlement to your account.
Can I upgrade from Cisco DNA Essentials to Premier?
Yes. You can apply a DNA Premier term license over an existing DNA Essentials entitlement by purchasing the Premier upgrade SKU and applying it in Cisco Smart Software Manager.
What is the difference between DNA Premier and DNA Advantage?
DNA Premier includes all DNA Advantage features plus advanced analytics, WAN optimization and third-party integrations, whereas DNA Advantage focuses on network automation, segmentation and assurance.
Are software updates and upgrades included?
Yes. During the five-year term, Cisco provides all minor and major software updates and upgrades for Catalyst 9400 Series and Cisco DNA Center integration.
Does the DNA Premier license include Cisco TAC support?
Yes. Cisco Technical Assistance Center support is included, offering 24/7 access to software troubleshooting, bug fixes and best-practice guidance.
How do I renew my five-year DNA Premier license?
Renewal requires ordering a new C9400-DNA-P-5Y SKU before expiration and applying the new entitlement in Cisco Smart Software Manager to extend support and feature access.
Do I need a Cisco Smart Account to use this license?
Yes. A Cisco Smart Account is required to register devices, manage entitlements and monitor usage for all Cisco DNA term licenses.
Can I transfer the DNA Premier license between devices?
Yes, you can transfer the entitlement to another Catalyst 9400 Series device by reassigning the license in Cisco Smart Software Manager, subject to Cisco’s transfer policy.
How does DNA Premier improve network security?
DNA Premier enables secure segmentation, policy enforcement, threat analytics and automated remediation, reducing attack surfaces and accelerating incident response.
Is Cisco DNA Center required for DNA Premier?
While not mandatory, Cisco DNA Center is recommended to fully leverage DNA Premier automation, assurance, analytics and policy orchestration capabilities.
How do I monitor my DNA Premier license usage?
Use Cisco Smart Software Manager dashboards to track license consumption, term expiration, compliance status and feature utilization in real time.
What procurement options are available for C9400-DNA-P-5Y?
You can purchase through authorized Cisco partners, distributors or the Cisco Commerce Workspace, with options for volume discounts and enterprise agreements.