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C9500-DNA-L-A-5R Overview
C9500-DNA-L-A-5R-Cisco DNA Advantage C9500 Low 5Y, For Renewal Only is a network management software license designed for renewing the Cisco DNA Advantage application used on Catalyst 9500 series platforms. It is a subscription-based offering intended for enterprise IT administration that is delivered via email as a digital key and activated online, ensuring seamless integration with existing network infrastructures.
This license is engineered for environments such as enterprises and IT admin deployments where robust network management is essential. It supports digital renewal processes for efficiently managing Cisco devices and provides a secure, streamlined activation process to maintain ongoing network performance and stability.
C9500-DNA-L-A-5R price is $6,363.00, a 52.5% saving from the Cisco list price of $13,403.00. C9500-DNA-L-A-5R is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9500-DNA-L-A-5R Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- N/A
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- N/A
- Delivery Method
- Email Delivery
- 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-L-A-5R-Cisco DNA Advantage C9500 Low 5Y, For Renewal Only
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9500-DNA-L-A-5R Use Case
Campus Secure Segmentation with Cisco DNA Advantage Renewal
Leverage C9500-DNA-L-A-5R renewal to enforce policy-driven segmentation across campus, isolating IoT and BYOD traffic and reducing breach risk by up to 40%.
Zero-Touch Provisioning for Rapid Branch Onboarding Renewal
Utilize C9500-DNA-L-A-5R renewal to automate zero-touch provisioning of Catalyst 9500 switches at new sites in minutes, accelerating deployment by 70% and eliminating manual errors.
AI-Driven Assurance for Proactive Network Uptime Renewal
With C9500-DNA-L-A-5R renewal, integrate Cisco DNA Center AI/ML analytics on Catalyst 9500 to detect anomalies, predict outages, and improve network uptime by 85%.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| C9500-DNA-L-A-5R |  C9300L-DNA-A-24 |  C9500-DNA-P-7Y |  C9300-DNA-A-48S-5Y |  C9200L-48-E-A-7 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | N/A | 1 Year | N/A | 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 | 1 Device | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Email Delivery | 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 | N/A | N/A | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes |
| Product Name | C9500-DNA-L-A-5R-Cisco DNA Advantage C9500 Low 5Y, For Renewal Only | C9300L-DNA-A-24-C9300L Cisco DNA Advantage, 24-port Term Licenses | C9500-DNA-P-7Y-C9500 DNA Premier,40X/24Q/48Y4C/32C/32QC ,7Year Term License | C9300-DNA-A-48S-5Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber, 5 Year Term License | C9200L-48-E-A-7-48-port NW & DNA Ess to NW & DNA Adv Upgrade License (7Y) |
| 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
C
Chris Langston
5
Reliable and cost-effective option.
N
Neil Watson
5
No disruption during renewal.
E
Ethan Moore
4
Consistent performance across sites.
S
Scott Daniels
4
Good long-term reliability.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco DNA Advantage for Catalyst 9500?
Cisco DNA Advantage for Catalyst 9500 is a subscription-based software license that provides enterprise-grade network automation, AI-driven assurance, segmentation, and advanced security for five years.
What does the SKU C9500-DNA-L-A-5R include?
The SKU C9500-DNA-L-A-5R includes a 5-year renewal of the Cisco DNA Advantage software subscription for Catalyst 9500 switches, covering advanced automation, analytics, and security features.
How do I renew my Cisco DNA Advantage C9500 license?
To renew, purchase the C9500-DNA-L-A-5R through an authorized Cisco partner and apply the renewal license key in Cisco DNA Center or via CLI before your current term expires.
What are the key benefits of Cisco DNA Advantage for Catalyst 9500?
Cisco DNA Advantage delivers advanced policy-based automation, AI-powered network insights, microsegmentation, and threat detection to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and enhance security.
What is the license term for C9500-DNA-L-A-5R?
The C9500-DNA-L-A-5R license term is five years from the date of activation and must be renewed prior to expiration for uninterrupted service.
Can I upgrade from Cisco DNA Essentials to Cisco DNA Advantage?
Yes, you can upgrade by purchasing the DNA Advantage upgrade SKU and applying the new license to elevate your network capabilities without hardware changes.
Which advanced features are exclusive to Cisco DNA Advantage?
Exclusive features include advanced network telemetry, segmentation with flexible group-based policies, Cisco Encrypted Traffic Analytics, and AI-driven assurance with anomaly detection.
Are software updates included in the Cisco DNA Advantage renewal?
Yes, the Cisco DNA Advantage renewal includes all software updates and feature enhancements released during the 5-year subscription term.
Does Cisco DNA Advantage cover support services?
Cisco DNA Advantage includes 24/7 Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) support and software bug fixes for the duration of the subscription.
How does Cisco DNA Advantage enhance network security?
DNA Advantage enhances security through real-time threat detection, automated threat containment, segmentation, and integration with Cisco SecureX for unified incident response.
Which Catalyst 9500 models support Cisco DNA Advantage?
Cisco DNA Advantage is supported on Catalyst 9500 Series models such as 9500-16X, 9500-24Y4C, 9500-32C, and 9500-48YC running IOS XE 17.3 and later.
How do I activate the renewal license for Cisco DNA Advantage?
Activate the renewal license by installing the PAK in the Cisco Software Licensing Portal, then synchronize your Cisco DNA Center or CLI licensing configuration.
Can I transfer my Cisco DNA Advantage license to a new switch?
Yes, DNA Advantage licenses can be transferred between Catalyst 9500 switches via Smart Software Manager by deactivating on the old device and reassigning to the new one.
What is the difference between Cisco DNA Essentials and Advantage?
DNA Essentials offers basic automation and analytics, while DNA Advantage adds advanced segmentation, security, and AI-driven network assurance features.
Is Cisco DNA Advantage required for advanced wireless integration?
Cisco DNA Advantage is recommended for advanced wireless integration features such as policy enforcement across wired and wireless domains and enhanced analytics.
How can I verify my Cisco DNA Advantage license status?
Verify license status in Cisco DNA Center under the Licensing dashboard or by using the “show license” command on the Catalyst 9500 CLI.
Where can I purchase the C9500-DNA-L-A-5R renewal?
You can purchase the C9500-DNA-L-A-5R 5-year renewal through Cisco’s official channel partners, authorized resellers, or the Cisco Commerce Workspace.