Model Type: Cisco DNA Advantage Software Subscription Term License (24-Port)
Series: Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series – DNA Licensing
The Cisco C9300-DNA-A-24S= is a DNA Advantage term license SKU for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches with 24 SFP (fiber) ports. It represents the base Cisco DNA Advantage subscription license for a 24-port fiber (SFP) Catalyst 9300 switch.
Unlike perpetual hardware or core Network Advantage licenses, this is a software subscription entitlement that must be paired with a specific term duration SKU (e.g., 3-year, 5-year, 7-year) such as C9300-DNA-A-24S-3Y, -5Y, -7Y for consumption and activation.
Key Features & Capabilities
✔ Cisco DNA Advantage Subscription – Enables advanced intent-based networking features not included in DNA Essentials.
✔ Advanced Automation & Assurance – Provides Cisco DNA Center-driven automation, policy-based workflows, and deep network insights.
✔ SD-Access Support – Unlocks Cisco SD-Access campus network fabric features, including scalable segmentation and policy enforcement.
✔ Advanced Security & Analytics – Integrates with telemetry, Cisco TrustSec, ETA, and other frameworks for intelligent threat detection and assurance.
✔ Subscription Format – Smart License entitlement that must be activated and tracked via Cisco Smart Account.
Technical Overview at a Glance
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| License Name | Cisco DNA Advantage 24-Port License |
| SKU | C9300-DNA-A-24S= |
| License Type | Subscription entitlement (term based) |
| Supported Platform | Cisco Catalyst 9300 with 24 SFP fiber ports |
| Feature Tier | DNA Advantage |
| DNA Deployment | Cisco DNA Center / Smart Licensing |
| Required With | Term duration SKU (e.g., -3Y, -5Y) |
What It Enables
• Policy-based automation frameworks with Cisco DNA Center
• SD-Access fabric and segmentation capabilities
• Advanced analytics, telemetry, and assurance tools
• Contextual network insights and orchestration
With this license applied and activated in a smart account, the switch will be eligible for all DNA Advantage features for the duration of the licensed term (when paired with the appropriate duration SKU).
Typical Use Cases
• Large enterprise access or distribution layer networks needing full Cisco DNA automation and policy control.
• Campus environments leveraging Cisco SD-Access fabrics.
• Networks requiring advanced security analytics and operational assurance.
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