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C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5
9500 DNA Essentials to Advantage 5 Year License - Low
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C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5-9500 DNA Essentials to Advantage 5 Year License - Low is a network management software license upgrade designed to transition Cisco Catalyst 9500 switches from DNA Essentials to the enhanced DNA Advantage feature set. This subscription-based license provides a fixed five-year term for enterprise-level IT management and is delivered as a digital key, ensuring a secure and efficient online activation process for a single device.
The license is specifically optimized for deployment in complex network environments such as large enterprises, SMBs, educational institutions, and IT administration settings. It integrates seamlessly with Cisco’s embedded operating systems while not being tied to conventional platforms like Windows or macOS, making it ideal for enhancing network automation, security, and overall performance.
C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5 price is $6,184.00, a 52.5% saving from the Cisco list price of $13,025.00. C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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| C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5 |  C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y |  IM-C9500-DNALP1Y |  C9500-DNA-24Y4C-A |  C9600-DNA-A-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 |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| 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 |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5-9500 DNA Essentials to Advantage 5 Year License - Low | C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License | IM-C9500-DNALP1Y-C9500 DNA Premier,12Q/16X/24Y4C ,1Year Term License | C9500-DNA-24Y4C-A-ELA C9500 DNA ADVANTAGE TERM LICS | C9600-DNA-A-5Y-5YR LICS CATALYST 9600 DNA ADVANTAGE |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
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Five-year low-density upgrade delivered consistent improvements.
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SKU C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5 is Cisco’s 5-year DNA license upgrade from Essentials to Advantage for Catalyst 9500 Series switches.
Cisco DNA Advantage provides advanced automation, analytics, policy-based segmentation, threat detection, and software-defined access for Catalyst 9500.
DNA Advantage adds advanced security, encrypted segmentation, analytics, assurance, and intent-based automation on top of DNA Essentials’ basic SD-access features.
All Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches running an active DNA Essentials license support upgrade to DNA Advantage via SKU C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5.
Activate the license in Cisco Smart Software Manager by registering your switch, allocating the SKU, and installing the issued license token.
Yes, you can renew the DNA Advantage license through Cisco Smart Software Manager or an authorized Cisco reseller before expiration.
Yes, Cisco DNA Advantage includes all software updates, bug fixes, and feature enhancements for the full 5-year term.
Yes, the 5-year DNA Advantage license includes 24/7 Cisco TAC support, software maintenance, and hardware replacement services.
Yes, DNA Advantage supports both Cisco DNA Center on-premises and DNA Center Virtual in the cloud for full lifecycle management.
DNA Advantage uses intent-based networking, zero-touch provisioning, and policy-driven workflows to streamline switch configuration and reduce manual tasks.
DNA Advantage offers encrypted traffic analytics, adaptive trust, identity-based segmentation, and advanced threat detection for enhanced network security.
Yes, you can deallocate the license token in Cisco Smart Software Manager and reassign it to another qualified Catalyst 9500 switch.
Licenses are delivered electronically via Cisco Smart Software Manager, providing instant access to license tokens upon purchase.
Run the 'show license summary' CLI on your Catalyst 9500 or view the Cisco Smart Software Manager portal for real-time license status.
No, the DNA Advantage license covers software and support only; training and professional services are sold separately through Cisco Learning Partners.
Upgrading to DNA Advantage can reduce operational costs by up to 50%, accelerate deployments by 70%, and enhance uptime via proactive assurance.
Purchase directly from Cisco or authorized resellers via Cisco Commerce Workspace or partner portals by specifying SKU C9500-DNA-L-E-A-5.
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