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C9500-24Y4C-EA-5 Overview
C9500-24Y4C-EA-5-ELA 5YR C9500 24P25G ESSENTIALS TO ADVANTAGE UPGRADE is a network management software upgrade offered by Cisco that transitions Catalyst 9500 series switches from a basic Essentials feature set to a more advanced Advantage feature set. This upgrade is designed as a subscription license providing a 5-year term, delivered via a digital key mechanism with an online activation process to ensure seamless integration within managed enterprise environments.
C9500-24Y4C-EA-5-ELA 5YR C9500 24P25G ESSENTIALS TO ADVANTAGE UPGRADE is compatible exclusively with Cisco Catalyst 9500 hardware platforms and is tailored for enterprise IT administrators who require enhanced network performance, security, and scalability. Built for business and IT management use cases, this upgrade supports digital delivery and a streamlined online activation process, which simplifies the upgrade while ensuring continuous vendor support and operational efficiency.
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C9500-24Y4C-EA-5 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
- N/A
- 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
- N/A
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- Product Name
- C9500-24Y4C-EA-5-ELA 5YR C9500 24P25G ESSENTIALS TO ADVANTAGE UPGRADE
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9500-24Y4C-EA-5 Use Case
Enterprise Campus Core Acceleration with C9500-24Y4C-EA-5-ELA 5YR Essentials to Advantage Upgrade
In a multinational enterprise campus facing explosive growth in 25G wireless and IoT traffic, upgrading the Catalyst C9500-24Y4C from Essentials to Advantage (5-year ELA) unlocks advanced routing (Segment Routing, BGP EVPN), hardware-based enforcement, and real-time telemetry via Cisco DNA. The outcome is higher network resilience, automated policy enforcement, and seamless support for next-generation mobile and IoT applications with minimal operational overhead.
Hybrid Cloud Data Center Spine Automation using C9500 24P 25G Advantage License
For a data center migrating workloads to public and private clouds, deploying the C9500-24Y4C with a 5-year Advantage upgrade enables EVPN-VXLAN fabric, programmable APIs and advanced QoS. By leveraging Cisco’s DNA Center and model-driven telemetry, IT teams reduce deployment time, achieve zero-touch provisioning and maintain consistent SLAs across hybrid environments. The result: accelerated application rollout, improved bandwidth utilization and simplified multi-cloud operations.
Managed Service Provider Multi-Tenant Security with C9500-24Y4C Essential to Advantage Upgrade
An MSP delivering secure connectivity to multiple enterprise customers uses the C9500-24Y4C with the 5-year Essentials to Advantage license to activate VRF-Lite segmentation, MACsec encryption and TrustSec policy enforcement. Advanced features such as Flexible NetFlow and SGT tagging provide real-time visibility and centralized access control per tenant. The benefit is robust multi-tenant isolation, regulatory compliance and reduced risk with centralized policy management.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9500-24Y4C-EA-5 |  C9300-DNA-E-24S |  C1-C9500-TRK-1Y |  C9300-DNA-E-48-7Y |  C9300L-DNA-P-48-5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 Year | 1 Year | N/A | N/A |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1 Device | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A |
| 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 | N/A | Downloadable | Downloadable | N/A | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | C9500-24Y4C-EA-5-ELA 5YR C9500 24P25G ESSENTIALS TO ADVANTAGE UPGRADE | C9300-DNA-E-24S-C9300 DNA Essentials, 24-Port Fiber Term Licenses | C1-C9500-TRK-1Y-Cisco ONE Subscription SKU 1Y | C9300-DNA-E-48-7Y-C9300 DNA Essentials, 48-port, 7 Year Term license | C9300L-DNA-P-48-5Y-C9300L Cisco DNA Premier, 48-port, 5 Year Term license |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Marcus Elliott
4
Consistent performance with enhanced features.
A
Allen Porter
5
Reduced licensing renewals and operational effort.
R
Raymond Hughes
5
Good long-term investment for core switches.
J
Julian Mercer
5
Met enterprise expectations without issues.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco SKU C9500-24Y4C-EA-5?
The Cisco SKU C9500-24Y4C-EA-5 is a 5-year Enterprise License Agreement upgrade from Essentials to Advantage for the Catalyst 9500 24-port 25G switch.
What does ELA 5YR Essentials to Advantage upgrade include?
This upgrade adds advanced features such as enhanced security, segment routing, MACsec, and Cisco DNA Assurance for five years of software and support.
What is the difference between Essentials and Advantage?
Advantage provides advanced routing, security, automation, and telemetry features beyond the core layer-2/3 functions included in Essentials.
Which Cisco Catalyst 9500 models are supported by this upgrade?
The upgrade applies to all Catalyst 9500 series switches configured with 24×25G ports and running the Essentials feature set.
Does the SKU include hardware or just software licenses?
The SKU covers only the software license upgrade and support; hardware must be purchased separately.
How long is the coverage period for C9500-24Y4C-EA-5?
The SKU provides five years of software updates, technical support, and license maintenance.
Can I renew the license after five years?
Yes, you can renew or extend the Enterprise License Agreement to continue receiving software updates and support.
Is the upgrade transferable between devices?
Yes, Cisco allows transfer of ELA licenses between eligible Catalyst 9500 switches under the same customer contract.
Will the upgrade process cause network downtime?
No, you can apply the Advantage feature license dynamically without requiring switch reboots or network downtime.
What advanced security features are added with Advantage?
Advantage includes features like MACsec encryption, TrustSec, advanced threat analytics, and enhanced access control.
Does this license include Cisco DNA Center integration?
Yes, Advantage grants full Cisco DNA Center automation, assurance, policy-based segmentation, and telemetry capabilities.
How do I order the C9500-24Y4C-EA-5 upgrade?
You can order through authorized Cisco partners or directly via Cisco’s ordering portal using the SKU code.
What is the pricing structure for this upgrade?
Pricing is based on a five-year term and varies by region and volume; contact a Cisco partner for a customized quote.
Are software updates included in the Advantage license?
Yes, you receive all software updates, bug fixes, and minor releases for the duration of the ELA term.
How does this upgrade improve network performance?
Advantage enhances performance with optimized forwarding, segment routing, and real-time telemetry for proactive monitoring.
What return on investment can I expect from the Advantage upgrade?
You’ll achieve lower operational costs, improved network reliability, and faster deployment through automation and advanced analytics.