Model Type: Cisco DNA Advantage Software Subscription License (Term)
Series: Cisco Catalyst 9300 – 24-Port Fiber Switch DNA Licensing
The Cisco C9300-DNA-A-24S-3Y is a 3-year term subscription license that enables Cisco DNA Advantage level features on a Cisco Catalyst 9300 24-port SFP (fiber) switch. It’s part of Cisco’s Digital Network Architecture (DNA) subscription portfolio and must be activated through Cisco Smart Licensing. This license unlocks advanced intent-based networking capabilities for enterprise-grade automation, security, assurance, and segmentation.
Key Features & Capabilities
• Cisco DNA Advantage Subscription (3 Years) — Enables the full suite of Cisco DNA features for a term of 36 months, including software updates during the subscription period.
• Advanced Automation & Assurance — Provides deep network insights, real-time monitoring, and automation workflows using Cisco DNA Center.
• Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) — Supports Cisco’s campus fabric architecture with scalable segmentation and policy enforcement across wired and wireless networks.
• Security & Analytics Enhancements — Includes advanced telemetry, encrypted traffic analytics, contextual endpoint analytics, and trust-based access policies.
• Policy-Based Control — Centralized policy creation and enforcement for improved operational consistency and security.
• Smart Licensing Management — Managed via Cisco Smart Account for software entitlement tracking and compliance.
Technical Overview at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| License Name | Cisco DNA Advantage 24-Port SFP License |
| SKU | C9300-DNA-A-24S-3Y |
| License Type | Subscription (Term, 3 Years) |
| Supported Platforms | Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series (24-port fiber models) |
| Feature Tier | DNA Advantage |
| Key Integrations | Cisco DNA Center, Smart Licensing |
| Eligibility | Advanced automation + SD-Access + analytics + security |
What It Enables
• Full Cisco DNA Advantage software feature set including advanced automation, telemetry, segmentation, assurance, and intent-based networking.
• Seamless Cisco DNA Center management for centralized provisioning and operations.
• Software updates and feature improvements released during the 3-year subscription term.
• Enterprise segmentation and policy enforcement across both wired and wireless domains.
Why It Matters
Cisco DNA subscription licensing is required to unlock Cisco’s intent-based networking capabilities on modern Catalyst switches. The Advantage tier specifically enables the most comprehensive set of features including SD-Access, advanced security analytics, and deeper automation compared to the Essentials tier.
Typical Use Cases
• Enterprise campus core/distribution requiring automation and centralized control.
• High-security environments needing advanced analytics and segmentation.
• Networks managed via Cisco DNA Center with intent-based workflow automation.
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