How do I activate my C9500-DNA-E-3Y license?

Log into Cisco Smart Software Manager, claim the SKU, assign it to your virtual account, and ensure your Catalyst 9500 pulls entitlement via Smart Licensing.

What benefits does DNA Essentials deliver?

It streamlines network provisioning, enforces consistent policies, accelerates device onboarding, and delivers actionable insights to optimize operations.

How does DNA Essentials improve network automation?

DNA Essentials automates routine tasks through zero-touch provisioning, policy-based templates, and API-driven workflows in Cisco DNA Center.

Can I upgrade from DNA Essentials to a higher tier?

Yes, you can upgrade to DNA Advantage or Premier at any time through Cisco Smart Software Manager by purchasing the appropriate upgrade SKU.

What is the difference between DNA Essentials and DNA Advantage?

DNA Advantage adds advanced segmentation, threat detection, and encrypted traffic analytics, whereas Essentials covers core automation, basic segmentation, and baseline analytics.

How does DNA Essentials enhance network security?

It enforces VLAN-based segmentation, device authentication, and baseline telemetry to isolate threats and improve your security posture.

Is software support included with this license?

Yes, the 3-year Cisco Software Support Service (SWSS) is included, providing access to software updates and Cisco’s online support resources.

How do I renew my DNA Essentials license?

Purchase a renewal SKU before the current term expires, then apply it in Cisco Smart Software Manager to extend your 36-month entitlement.

Which Cisco DNA Center versions support DNA Essentials?

DNA Essentials is supported on Cisco DNA Center version 2.x and later, enabling centralized management and visibility.

Does DNA Essentials include analytics and assurance?

Yes, it provides baseline analytics and network assurance dashboards within Cisco DNA Center for proactive performance monitoring.

How is pricing structured for C9500-DNA-E-3Y?

Pricing is a per-switch subscription based on a three-year commitment, with costs varying by Cisco reseller or partner agreement.

Can DNA Essentials help with compliance requirements?

By enforcing consistent policies, VLAN segmentation, and continuous telemetry, DNA Essentials supports regulatory compliance and audit readiness.

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C9500-DNA-E-3Y Overview

C9500-DNA-E-3Y-DNA Essential 3 Year License is a software license designed for advanced network management through Cisco’s digital network architecture. It falls under the Network Management category, is offered as a subscription license, and is aimed at enhancing IT management within enterprise environments. This license is compatible with Cisco hardware ecosystems and delivers essential network management capabilities to support enterprise-level operations.

C9500-DNA-E-3Y-DNA Essential 3 Year License is delivered via a digital key with online activation, ensuring a streamlined deployment process for certified devices. With a fixed duration of 3 years and designed for single-device application, this license meets the needs of IT administrators in enterprise settings by providing reliable software support and integration across diverse, cross-platform management tools.

C9500-DNA-E-3Y price is $1,181.00, a 47.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $2,242.00. C9500-DNA-E-3Y is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)

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C9500-DNA-E-3Y 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: 1 Device
Platform Compatibility: Cross-Platform
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-E-3Y-DNA Essential 3 Year License
License Key Included: Yes
ESD (Electronic Software Delivery): Yes
Renewable: Yes
Compliance Certifications: N/A
Product Region: Global

Quality Certifications

To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.

Product Comparison Table

	C9500-DNA-E-3Y	C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T	C9400-DNA-P-5Y	C9300L-DNA-P-24-5Y	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	3 Years	1 Year	5 Years	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	N/A	1 Device	N/A	N/A
Platform Compatibility	Cross-Platform	Cross-Platform	Web-Based	N/A	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	N/A	Downloadable	Downloadable	Downloadable
Support Included	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Product Name	C9500-DNA-E-3Y-DNA Essential 3 Year License	C1-C9500-12-DNAE-T-Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Essentialss 12-Port Term licenses	C9400-DNA-P-5Y-C9400 DNA Premier 5 Year Term License	C9300L-DNA-P-24-5Y-C9300L Cisco DNA Premier	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	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

Edmund Farrow

DNA Essentials improved visibility without adding complexity.

Francis Whitlock

Activation was fast and well-documented.

Gregory Hale

Reliable option for enterprise core switches.

Howard Linton

Provided predictable performance enhancements.

Ivor Callahan

Good licensing choice for stable environments.

Questions & Answers

What is Cisco DNA Essentials 3-Year License (C9500-DNA-E-3Y)?

Cisco DNA Essentials 3-Year License (C9500-DNA-E-3Y) is a subscription that unlocks core automation, basic segmentation, device provisioning, and baseline analytics on Catalyst 9500 Series switches for 36 months.

Which Catalyst 9500 Series switches support C9500-DNA-E-3Y?

The license is valid for Catalyst 9500 models such as C9500-16X, C9500-24Y4C, C9500-32C, and their data-center variants.

What features are included in DNA Essentials?

DNA Essentials provides zero-touch provisioning, template-based configuration, VLAN-based segmentation, software image management, and baseline network analytics.

How does the 3-year subscription term work?

Once activated in Cisco Smart Software Manager, the license entitles you to DNA Essentials features for exactly 36 months from the activation date.

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C9500-DNA-E-3Y Overview

C9500-DNA-E-3Y price is $1,181.00, a 47.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $2,242.00. C9500-DNA-E-3Y is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)

C9500-DNA-E-3Y 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

1 Device

Platform Compatibility

Cross-Platform

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-E-3Y-DNA Essential 3 Year License

License Key Included

Yes

ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)

Yes

Renewable

Yes

Compliance Certifications

N/A

Product Region

Global