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OA-C9500-DNALP5Y Overview
OA-C9500-DNALP5Y-C9500 DNA Premier , 12Q/16X / 24Y4C , 5 Year Term License is a network management software license designed for enterprise-grade environments. This term license delivers advanced network analytics, automated configuration, and monitoring capabilities for Cisco Catalyst switching solutions, ensuring robust IT management for large organizations and SMBs alike.
OA-C9500-DNALP5Y-C9500 DNA Premier , 12Q/16X / 24Y4C , 5 Year Term License is compatible with deployment environments that require online activation and digital key delivery, making it ideal for IT administrators who manage mission-critical networks. The license supports a dedicated activation process via electronic delivery and is suited for enterprise use in settings where rapid scalability and efficient network operations are paramount.
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OA-C9500-DNALP5Y 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
- 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
- OA-C9500-DNALP5Y-C9500 DNA Premier , 12Q/16X / 24Y4C , 5 Year Term License
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
OA-C9500-DNALP5Y Use Case
Enterprise Campus Automation with OA-C9500-DNALP5Y-C9500 DNA Premier
In a global retail chain deploying 1,200 Wi-Fi 6 access points, the OA-C9500-DNALP5Y-C9500 DNA Premier , 12Q/16X / 24Y4C , 5 Year Term License enables policy-driven provisioning and closed-loop analytics across Catalyst 9500 switches. Outcome: 60% faster rollouts, 99.99% network uptime, and a 50% reduction in manual configuration errors.
Data Center Fabric Optimization with Cisco DNA Premier for Catalyst 9500
A financial services firm integrates high-density 16×40 G and 24×100 G uplinks using the OA-C9500-DNALP5Y-C9500 DNA Premier , 12Q/16X / 24Y4C , 5 Year Term License to enable intent-based fabric provisioning and real-time telemetry. Outcome: 30% higher east-west throughput, simplified micro-segmentation, and SLA compliance assurance.
Secure SD-WAN & Zero-Trust Segmentation Across Multi-Branch Networks
A healthcare provider leverages the OA-C9500-DNALP5Y-C9500 DNA Premier , 12Q/16X / 24Y4C , 5 Year Term License for consistent SD-WAN policy enforcement, automated threat detection, and Zero-Trust micro-segmentation across 50 clinics. Outcome: 80% fewer security policy violations, centralized monitoring, and full HIPAA compliance.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| OA-C9500-DNALP5Y |  C9300-DNA-A-48-5Y |  C1-C9500-TRK-3Y |  C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y |  C9300-DNA-A-48-3Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | N/A | N/A | 3 Years | 3 Years | 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 | 1 Device | N/A | 1 Device | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Email Delivery | 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 | Downloadable | N/A | Downloadable | Downloadable | N/A |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | OA-C9500-DNALP5Y-C9500 DNA Premier , 12Q/16X / 24Y4C , 5 Year Term License | C9300-DNA-A-48-5Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port, 5 Year Term License | C1-C9500-TRK-3Y-Cisco ONE Subscription SKU 3Y | C9300-DNA-A-48S-3Y-C9300 DNA Advantage, 48-Port Fiber, 3 Year Term License | C9300-DNA-A-48-3Y-3YR C9300 DNA ADVANTAGE 48PORT TERM LICS |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
D
Derek Walsh
4
Reduced renewal effort and consistent performance.
N
Noel Patterson
5
Good mid-term licensing option.
C
Chris Bennett
4
Straightforward activation.
V
Vince Morgan
4
Reliable enterprise choice.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco C9500 DNA Premier 5-Year Term License (SKU OA-C9500-DNALP5Y)?
The Cisco C9500 DNA Premier 5-Year Term License is a subscription that unlocks advanced network automation, security, analytics and services on Catalyst 9500 Series switches for five years.
Which features are included in the DNA Premier license?
DNA Premier includes full feature sets for intent-based networking: advanced security, network automation, assurance analytics, encryption, firewall, segmentation, and continuous threat monitoring.
What does the 12Q/16X/24Y4C designation mean?
12Q/16X/24Y4C refers to the tiered licensing structure: 12 basic features (Essentials), 16 advanced features (Advantage), 24 premium features (Premier) and 4 cloud-only services.
How do I activate the 5-year term license?
After purchase, retrieve the entitlement token from Cisco Commerce Workspace, register it on Cisco’s Software Licensing portal, assign it to your device, and download the license file.
Which Cisco switches support this DNA Premier license?
This license is designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series fixed core and distribution switches, including C9500-16X, C9500-24Y4C and C9500-12Q models.
How does Cisco DNA Premier enhance network security?
It provides embedded next-generation firewall, segmentation, Encrypted Traffic Analytics and Secure Group Tags to prevent breaches and enforce micro-segmentation.
Can I upgrade from DNA Essentials or Advantage?
Yes. You can purchase a license upgrade SKU to migrate from DNA Essentials or Advantage to DNA Premier without hardware replacement.
What automation capabilities does DNA Premier offer?
DNA Premier delivers zero-touch provisioning, policy-based automation, SD-Access fabric automation and programmable APIs for full lifecycle network management.
How does DNA Premier integrate with Cisco DNA Center?
It fully integrates with Cisco DNA Center for centralized orchestration, assurance, policy enforcement and real-time analytics across wired and wireless networks.
What technical support is included?
The term license includes access to Cisco’s Smart Net Total Care for hardware RMA, software updates and 24/7 technical support throughout the 5-year period.
What are the renewal options after five years?
You can renew the term license with a new 5-year subscription SKU or convert to a Cisco DNA perpetual license with an optional support contract.
Is the license transferable between switches?
Yes. Cisco term licenses can be reassigned to another eligible Catalyst 9500 switch via the Cisco Software Licensing portal.
Does the DNA Premier license support analytics and assurance?
Yes. It includes advanced telemetry, AI-driven insights and customizable dashboards for proactive troubleshooting and performance optimization.
What are typical use cases for DNA Premier?
Use cases include secure enterprise core deployment, data center spine, campus segmentation, zero-trust enforcement and multi-site automated provisioning.
How does DNA Premier deliver ROI?
By automating routine tasks, reducing downtime, accelerating provisioning and improving security posture, it lowers OPEX and maximizes network uptime.
Are there prerequisites for installing this license?
Ensure your Catalyst 9500 switch runs a compatible IOS XE release, is registered on Cisco.com, and has network connectivity to the Cisco Software Licensing portal.