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C9600-P-SMSK Overview
C9600-P-SMSK-Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K is a network management software license designed for enterprise-grade IT administration. It is offered as a subscription license with a 1-year duration and is intended for unlimited user access in large-scale deployments, making it ideal for enterprises and IT administrators managing complex network infrastructures.
This software is delivered via email as a digital key and activated online, ensuring rapid deployment and minimal operational disruption. It is accessed through a web-based platform and is compatible with industry-standard network appliances, making it a preferred solution for enterprises looking to integrate advanced network management capabilities into their existing Cisco environments.
C9600-P-SMSK price is $524.00, a 47.6% saving from the Cisco list price of $1,000.00. C9600-P-SMSK is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9600-P-SMSK Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- 1 Year
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- Unlimited
- Device Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- Web-Based
- Delivery Method
- Email Delivery
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- N/A
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- C9600-P-SMSK-Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
C9600-P-SMSK Use Case
Automated Campus Provisioning with Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K
In a global enterprise campus deploying hundreds of leaf and spine switches, Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K delivers zero-touch provisioning and policy-based templates. This accelerates switch onboarding by up to 70%, enforces consistent compliance and eliminates manual configuration errors, reducing OpEx and speeding time-to-service.
Zero-Trust Segmentation for Critical Assets Using Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K
In a healthcare network supporting IoT devices and sensitive patient data, Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K implements granular, software-defined segmentation and dynamic policy enforcement. This isolates high-risk traffic, mitigates lateral threats and ensures HIPAA compliance, delivering enhanced security and simplified audit reporting.
Multi-Site Policy Orchestration & Assurance with Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K
In a retail chain spanning dozens of regional stores, Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K unifies network policy and analytics across all sites through a single pane of glass. This centralized orchestration boosts network uptime to 99.99%, provides real-time performance insights and reduces troubleshooting time by 50%, optimizing IT resources.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9600-P-SMSK |  C1-C9500-48Y4C-DNA |  C9200-DNA-E-48-5Y |  C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y |  C1-C9500-24-DNAA-T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | N/A | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | Unlimited | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | N/A | 1 Device | N/A | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | Web-Based | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Email Delivery | Digital Key | Digital Key | Email Delivery | 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 | N/A | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | C9600-P-SMSK-Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K | Cisco ONE C9500 High DNA Advantage Term licenses | C9200-DNA-E-48-5Y-C9200 DNA Essentials, 48-port, 5 Year Term license | C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License | Cisco ONE C9500 DNA Advantage 24-Port Term licenses |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
P
Phillip Grant
4
Excellent automation and monitoring features.
S
Sean Wallace
4
Stable performance under heavy loads.
K
Kyle Brennan
4
Enterprise-grade reliability.
V
Victor Lang
5
Strong backbone licensing choice.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K is a subscription-based software license that provides advanced network automation, assurance, security, and analytics for Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series switches.
Which features are included in Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K includes intent-based networking, AI-driven analytics, advanced segmentation, threat detection, policy-based automation, and seamless integration with Cisco DNA Center.
How does Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K improve network security?
By offering advanced segmentation, Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA), secure group tagging, and integrated threat-detection policies, Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K proactively prevents, detects, and mitigates security risks.
What is Cisco DNA Center and how does it relate to this SKU?
Cisco DNA Center is the network management and orchestration platform that leverages the Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K license to deliver policy-driven automation, assurance, and security across your Cisco Catalyst 9600 infrastructure.
Which Cisco Catalyst switches are compatible with DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K is compatible exclusively with Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series modular switches, including models C9606R, C9606, C9608R, C9610R, and C9620R.
How long is the subscription term for Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
Subscription terms for Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K are available in one-, three-, or five-year increments, providing flexible licensing to match your network planning cycles.
Can I upgrade from Cisco DNA Essentials to DNA Premier for C9600?
Yes. You can perform a license upgrade from Cisco DNA Essentials to DNA Premier on the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series by ordering the appropriate C9600 license upgrade SKU and applying it in Cisco DNA Center.
How do I deploy Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
After purchasing the SKU, register your Cisco Catalyst 9600 switch in the Cisco Software Licensing portal, assign the DNA Premier license, then onboard the device in Cisco DNA Center to enable full feature sets.
What are the primary benefits of Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
Key benefits include zero-touch provisioning, policy-based automation, proactive network assurance, advanced security enforcement, and actionable analytics for optimized performance and reduced operational costs.
Does Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K include software updates and support?
Yes. The subscription covers all major and minor software updates, bug fixes, and 24/7 technical support through Cisco’s Software Support Service for the duration of the term.
How do I renew my Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K license?
Log in to Cisco’s Software Licensing portal, locate your existing DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K subscription, choose your renewal term, complete the transaction, and apply the renewed license in Cisco DNA Center.
What performance improvements can I expect with DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
Expect up to 50% faster deployment times with automation, 30% reduction in network incidents through proactive assurance, and enhanced security posture via automated threat detection and segmentation.
Are training and certification available for Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
Yes. Cisco offers dedicated training courses—such as Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure (ENARSI) and Cisco DNA Center courses—that cover DNA Premier features and best practices.
What are the hardware prerequisites for Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
You must have a Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series switch running the recommended Cisco IOS XE release, a deployment of Cisco DNA Center, and appropriate licensing on your network devices.
Can I use Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K in a hybrid cloud environment?
Yes. Cisco DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K supports hybrid cloud architectures by integrating on-premises Catalyst 9600 switches with cloud-based analytics and management via Cisco DNA Center.
How do I contact Cisco for issues related to DNA Premier C9600 SMS-K?
For license or technical issues, contact Cisco TAC via your Cisco.com account or call the Cisco support number in your region. Include your subscription details for faster resolution.