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Switch Licenses Cisco Catalyst 3650

Cisco Catalyst 3650 Switch Licenses streamline network management by providing robust security, enhanced scalability, and optimized performance. Achieve compliance and future-proof connectivity with reliable Cisco licensing solutions.

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What license tiers are available for Cisco Catalyst 3650 switches?

Cisco Catalyst 3650 offers two software tiers: IP Base for advanced Layer 3 routing and QoS, and IP Services for full MPLS, advanced security, and enhanced multicast features.

How do I activate a Cisco Catalyst 3650 license?

Log in to Cisco Smart Software Manager, register your Cisco Smart Account, add the switch’s UUID, and assign the appropriate license tokens to activate your Catalyst 3650 license.

What is the difference between IP Base and IP Services licenses?

IP Base supports core routing (OSPF, EIGRP), QoS and basic security; IP Services adds full MPLS, advanced multicast, BGP, and higher scalability for complex enterprise networks.

Are Cisco Catalyst 3650 licenses perpetual or subscription-based?

IP Base and IP Services on Catalyst 3650 are perpetual licenses, while Cisco DNA subscriptions (Essentials or Advantage) are term-based and require renewal.

Do I need a Cisco DNA license for Catalyst 3650 functionality?

DNA licenses are optional for traditional switching; choose DNA Essentials or Advantage only if you require automation, analytics, SD-Access and assurance features.

How can I upgrade from IP Base to IP Services on a Catalyst 3650 switch?

Purchase additional IP Services license tokens, register them in Smart Software Manager, then apply them to the switch’s UUID to complete the upgrade.

How do I install the Security license on a Cisco Catalyst 3650?

Obtain Security license tokens from your Cisco Smart Account, assign them to the switch UUID in Smart Software Manager, and reboot if prompted to enable advanced security features.

Can I evaluate Cisco Catalyst 3650 features before buying a license?

Yes, use the built-in 60-day evaluation license triggered via the CLI under ‘license boot module all’ to trial IP Services or Security functionality.

How do I convert an evaluation license to a permanent license?

After purchasing the permanent license token, register it in Cisco Smart Software Manager, assign it to your switch UUID, and the evaluation license will convert automatically.

What happens if a Catalyst 3650 license expires or is removed?

Perpetual licenses do not expire; if a temporary license lapses, the switch reverts to IP Base or a feature-restricted state until a valid license is re-applied.

How do I verify the license status on my Catalyst 3650 switch?

Use the ‘show license summary’ and ‘show license status’ commands in the switch CLI to display installed, active, and evaluation licenses.

Do I need a separate license for each switch in a stack?

No. In a stack, one license token applied to the stack master covers all member switches running identical hardware and software versions.

Can I transfer a Cisco Catalyst 3650 license to another device?

Yes, de-register the switch’s UUID in Cisco Smart Software Manager and then re-assign the license token to the new device’s UUID.

Is a support contract required for Cisco Catalyst 3650 licenses?

A valid Cisco SMARTnet or Cisco DNA support contract is required to manage, renew and receive updates for Catalyst 3650 licenses via Smart Software Manager.

How does Cisco Smart Licensing benefit Catalyst 3650 deployments?

Smart Licensing centralizes license management, automates compliance tracking, and provides real-time usage visibility across all Catalyst 3650 devices.

Can I use Catalyst 3650 licenses for virtual switch instances?

No. Catalyst 3650 licenses apply only to physical switch hardware and cannot be transferred to virtual switch software or appliances.

Cisco Catalyst 3650 Switch Licenses