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C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E Overview
C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E-C9500 DNA Essentials, Term License is a network management software license designed specifically for enterprise-grade Cisco Catalyst 9500 series devices. It offers a term-based subscription model that delivers essential management and automation capabilities through online activation and digital key delivery, ensuring rapid deployment and seamless integration into existing IT infrastructure.
This term license is ideal for enterprise IT administrators who need reliable network management solutions without the need for physical media. It supports use cases in large-scale network environments and is delivered digitally with online activation, making it compatible with enterprise-grade hardware rather than traditional operating systems such as Windows or macOS.
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C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- 3 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
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E-C9500 DNA Essentials, Term License
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E Use Case
Zero-Touch Campus Expansion with Cisco Catalyst 9500-DNA-24Y4C10E and DNA Essentials
In a multi-campus university deploying 200+ new access switches, IT leverages the C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E term license with Cisco DNA Essentials and Cisco DNA Center for zero-touch provisioning. Automated device discovery, template-based configurations and policy onboarding cut rollout time by 60%, eliminate manual errors and deliver secure, consistent connectivity across all buildings.
Policy-Based IoT Segmentation for Manufacturing Floor Security
A global manufacturer uses Cisco Catalyst 9500-DNA-24Y4C10E switches with DNA Essentials to segment hundreds of IoT sensors, PLCs and employee devices on the factory floor. Through Cisco DNA Center’s policy engine, administrators define role-based access controls and micro-segmentation in minutes, reducing lateral threat risk by 75% while ensuring real-time operational visibility and compliance with industry standards.
Automated Assurance and Rapid Fault Remediation in Enterprise WAN
An international finance firm integrates C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E with DNA Essentials to monitor 50+ branch office WAN links. Continuous telemetry and predefined health scores in Cisco DNA Center detect anomalies within seconds and trigger automated remediation scripts. The organization achieves 40% fewer network incidents, 30% faster mean-time-to-repair and consistent SLA compliance across global locations.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E |  C9300-DA-24-SMSK |  C9200L-48-E-A-5 |  C9300-DNA-P-24S-3Y |  C9500-DNA-12Q-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 Years | 1 Year | N/A | 3 Years | 1 Year |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | N/A | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Web-Based | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | 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 | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E-C9500 DNA Essentials, Term License | C9300-DA-24-SMSK-Cisco DNA Advantage for C9300 24P SMS-K | C9200L-48-E-A-5-48-port NW & DNA Ess to NW & DNA Adv Upgrade License (5Y) | C9300-DNA-P-24S-3Y-C9300 DNA Premier, 24-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License | C9500-DNA-12Q-E-C9500 DNA Essentials |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | Yes | 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
F
Franklin Dore
5
Consistent and predictable behavior.
G
Giles Thornbrook
4
Easy to manage and deploy.
H
Howard Selwyn
5
Good for core environments.
I
Isaac Brentwood
4
Delivered expected results.
Questions & Answers
What is the C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E license?
C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E is a 4-year term Cisco DNA Essentials software subscription for Catalyst 9500 series switches, providing network automation, assurance and basic analytics.
Which Catalyst 9500 models support the Cisco DNA Essentials license?
The license is compatible with all Catalyst 9500 platforms running IOS XE 17.3+ including C9500-24Y4C, C9500-40X, C9500-16X, C9500-24XR and C9500-48Y4C.
What features are included in Cisco DNA Essentials?
DNA Essentials offers zero-touch provisioning, policy-based segmentation, device compliance, software image management and limited network analytics.
How long is the term for C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E?
The C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E license is valid for a fixed 4-year term from the date of activation.
How do I activate my Cisco DNA Essentials license?
Activate by claiming the SKU in Cisco Smart Software Manager, assigning it to your Smart Account and applying it to the Catalyst 9500 via Cisco DNA Center or CLI.
Can I upgrade from DNA Essentials to DNA Advantage?
Yes, you can upgrade by purchasing the Cisco DNA Advantage upgrade SKU in Cisco Smart Software Manager and reassigning the device entitlement.
Does the DNA Essentials license include software updates?
Yes, it includes access to all Cisco IOS XE software updates and bug-fix releases throughout the 4-year term.
How do I renew my C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E license?
Renew by ordering the 4-year renewal SKU through Cisco or an authorized partner before expiration and reassign the renewed entitlement in your Smart Account.
What support options are provided with Cisco DNA Essentials?
You receive Cisco TAC support, online technical documentation and access to the Cisco community portals for the duration of the term license.
Are network automation capabilities included in DNA Essentials?
Yes, DNA Essentials includes foundational automation for plug-and-play provisioning and template-driven device configuration.
How does DNA Essentials enhance network security?
It provides policy-based access control, continuous compliance checks and automated threat detection at the access layer.
Can I transfer the license to another Catalyst 9500 switch?
Yes, you can unassign the license from one device and reassign it to another via Cisco Smart Software Manager.
What are the system requirements for Cisco DNA Essentials?
Requires Catalyst 9500 running IOS XE 17.3+ and integration with Cisco DNA Center or APIC-EM for full functionality.
Is the C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E license perpetual?
No, it is a 4-year term license and must be renewed or upgraded when it expires.
How does Cisco Smart Licensing work for DNA Essentials?
Smart Licensing centralizes entitlements in the cloud or on-prem, automatically tracking usage and simplifying compliance.
Where can I purchase the C9500-DNA-24Y4C10E license?
You can purchase through Cisco authorized partners, Cisco Commerce Workspace or the Cisco web store with immediate entitlement delivery.