Model Type: Cisco DNA Essentials Software Subscription License
Series: Cisco Catalyst 9300L – 48-Port Switch DNA Licensing
What It Is
The Cisco C9300L-DNA-E-48-3Y is a 3-year term subscription license that enables Cisco DNA Essentials capabilities on a Catalyst 9300L 48-port switch. It’s part of Cisco’s DNA licensing framework for Cisco Catalyst switches and unlocks essential software-driven features for automation, assurance, and lifecycle management.
Key Features & Capabilities
✔ Cisco DNA Essentials Subscription – Provides core intent-based networking features through a software subscription model.
✔ 3-Year Term License – Valid for 3 years from activation, including feature access and software updates during the term.
✔ Centralized Management – Integrates with Cisco DNA Center for unified network provisioning, policy enforcement, and ongoing management.
✔ Automation & Assurance – Simplifies switch configuration and operations with basic automation workflows and network telemetry.
✔ Contextual Network Analytics – Provides visibility into client and device behavior for proactive monitoring.
✔ Policy Control Support – Enables policy-based segmentation across wired access infrastructure.
DNA Essentials focuses on fundamental automation and assurance features but does not include the full advanced routing, segmentation, SD-Access fabric or encrypted traffic analytics found in DNA Advantage/Premier tiers.
Technical Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| License Name | Cisco DNA Essentials 48-Port (Term) |
| SKU | C9300L-DNA-E-48-3Y |
| License Type | Subscription (Term) |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Supported Platforms | Cisco Catalyst 9300L 48-port Switches |
| Feature Tier | Cisco DNA Essentials |
| Management | Cisco DNA Center |
| Delivery | Smart Licensing (Smart Account/Portal) |
What It Enables
• Automated provisioning and Day-0/Day-N workflows for switch deployments.
• Centralized policy administration and basic access control.
• Real-time assurance and insights into network operations.
• Contextual network visibility across clients and endpoints.
Why It’s Important
Cisco now requires a DNA subscription to unlock many of the software-defined networking features on Catalyst switches. The Essentials tier gives IT teams a solid foundation for network automation, management, and insight without the complexity or cost of higher-level licenses.
Typical Use Cases
• Campus access layer deployments with centralized management needs.
• Distributed enterprise networks requiring automated provisioning and network visibility.
• IT environments focused on simplified switch operations and policy control.
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