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C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P Overview
C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P-C9500 DNA Premier, 48Y4C Port , Term License is a network management software license designed specifically for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches. It provides advanced features for IT administration, including enhanced analytics, automation, and security functions that help enterprises streamline their network operations and optimize performance.
This term license is tailored for business and enterprise environments, delivered via digital key with an online activation process. It is compatible with Cisco hardware platforms and is intended for IT management use rather than traditional desktop operating systems such as Windows or macOS, ensuring a focused solution for network professionals and enterprise-level deployments.
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C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- 1 Year
- 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
- Vendor Support Required
- Product Name
- C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P-C9500 DNA Premier, 48Y4C Port , Term License
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P Use Case
Automated Enterprise Campus Network Deployment and Assurance
A global enterprise leverages the C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P-C9500 DNA Premier, 48Y4C Port, Term License to automate device provisioning, policy enforcement and real-time telemetry across 48 high-density ports. Benefit: Cuts manual configuration by 70%, accelerates service rollouts and delivers continuous network assurance with predictive analytics.
High-Performance Data Center Leaf-Spine Fabric with Advanced Telemetry
A cloud service provider deploys C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P-C9500 DNA Premier, 48Y4C Port, Term License switches in a leaf-spine topology for 100GbE uplinks and programmable fabric control. Benefit: Delivers 4.8 Tbps aggregate throughput, scales seamlessly to thousands of servers and enables proactive performance monitoring to sustain 99.99% uptime.
Zero-Trust Segmentation for Secure IoT and BYOD Access
A large healthcare network uses C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P-C9500 DNA Premier, 48Y4C Port, Term License to enforce identity-based micro-segmentation for medical devices, IoT sensors and employee mobile endpoints. Benefit: Strengthens security posture, prevents lateral threat movement and ensures HIPAA compliance through automated policy validation.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P |  C9300-DNA-E-24= |  C9300-DNA-E-24-3R |  C9300-DNA-P-48S |  C9600-DNA-A-3R | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 Year | 1 Year | 3 Years | 1 Year | 3 Years |
| 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 | 1 Device | 1 Device | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Email Delivery | 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 | N/A | Downloadable | N/A | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P-C9500 DNA Premier, 48Y4C Port , Term License | C9300-DNA-E-24=-C9300 DNA Essentials, 24-Port Term Licenses Spare | C9300-DNA-E-24-3R-Cisco DNA Essentials C9300 24P 3Y, For Renewal Only | C9300-DNA-P-48S-C9300 DNA Premier, 48-Port Fiber Term Licenses | C9600-DNA-A-3R-Cisco DNA Advantage C9600 3Y, For Renewal Only |
| 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
T
Trevor Adams
4
Excellent performance monitoring and automation.
N
Noah Franklin
5
Easy to manage at scale.
E
Elliot Brooks
5
Consistent uptime and visibility.
P
Peter Wallace
5
Strong enterprise choice.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P term license?
The Cisco C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P is a term-based license that activates DNA Premier on Catalyst 9500 switches with 48 fixed and 4 uplink ports, delivering advanced automation, assurance, and security.
What features does DNA Premier provide under the 48Y4C license?
DNA Premier includes full network automation, AI-driven analytics, intent-based segmentation, advanced threat detection with Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA), and automated policy enforcement across all 48Y4C ports.
Which Catalyst 9500 models support the 48Y4C DNA Premier license?
The 48Y4C DNA Premier license supports Cisco Catalyst 9500 fixed-configuration switches with 48 access ports and 4 10/25/40/100 Gbps uplinks, including C9500-48Y4C and C9500-48Y4C-A.
How long is the C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P term license valid?
The C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P term license is offered in 1-, 3-, and 5-year durations, providing continuous access to DNA Premier features for the selected period.
Can I renew or extend my DNA Premier term license?
Yes. You can renew or extend your DNA Premier term license before expiry through Cisco or authorized partners to ensure uninterrupted advanced feature access on your Catalyst 9500.
What benefits does upgrading to DNA Premier bring?
Upgrading to DNA Premier enhances network agility with policy-based automation, improves operational efficiency through analytics-driven insights, and strengthens security via advanced threat detection and segmentation.
How does DNA Premier differ from DNA Essentials and DNA Advantage?
DNA Premier includes all DNA Essentials and Advantage features plus AI-driven analytics, advanced ETA security, full segmentation, and additional automation templates for comprehensive network management.
Is the 48Y4C port license compatible with modular switch architectures?
No. The 48Y4C port license is designed exclusively for fixed-configuration Catalyst 9500 switches and is not compatible with modular chassis-based models.
Which IOS XE releases are required for DNA Premier on Catalyst 9500?
DNA Premier requires IOS XE 16.12 or later on Catalyst 9500 switches. Ensure your device runs a compatible image to enable all Premier features.
How do I install and activate the C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P license?
Install the SKU via Cisco Smart Licensing, register your device in Cisco DNA Center, and apply the term license through the switch CLI or GUI to activate Premier features.
Does the 48Y4C term license include Cisco DNA Center?
No. Cisco DNA Center is licensed separately. The C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P term license enables DNA Premier on the switch but requires a valid DNA Center subscription for management.
What support services are included with the DNA Premier license?
DNA Premier provides software updates and threat intelligence. Technical support and hardware replacement are offered under a separate Cisco SMARTnet or Catalyst 9500 support contract.
Can I migrate from a perpetual to a term-based DNA Premier license?
Yes. Cisco offers migration paths to convert existing perpetual licenses into term-based subscriptions. Contact your Cisco partner for trade-in and upgrade details.
Are there any prerequisites for deploying the 48Y4C DNA Premier license?
Deploying DNA Premier requires a registered Cisco Smart Account, a compatible IOS XE image (16.12+), and integration with Cisco DNA Center for automation and analytics.
How does port-based licensing work with DNA Premier?
The term license authorizes DNA Premier features on all 48 access and 4 uplink ports of the Catalyst 9500 at a flat rate, eliminating per-user or per-device fees.
Where can I purchase the Cisco C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P term license?
You can purchase the Cisco C9500-DNA-48Y4C-P term license through authorized Cisco partners, distributors, or the Cisco online store. Request a quote or place an order directly.