Cisco DNA Advantage On-Premise License — Up to 1 Gbps / 2 Gbps Throughput

Unlock the full potential of a modern, software-defined network with Cisco DNA Advantage On-Premise Term License. This entitlement delivers Cisco Digital Network Architecture capabilities directly within your on-site environment, enabling policy-based automation, closed-loop assurance, and analytics-driven insights without moving data to the cloud. Offered under a Cisco Managed Service License Agreement (MSLA) and available through electronic delivery, this license provides a scalable, predictable licensing model designed for enterprises that want the power of DNA Center’s intent-based networking while keeping critical network data on premises. Whether you’re standardizing across a campus, headquarters, or regional sites, this term license aligns with your IT strategy to simplify operations, accelerate deployments, and improve application performance with centralized management and robust security controls.

• Flexible MSLA-based licensing for DNA Advantage on-premises: Enables ongoing software updates, access to new features, and continuous support under a predictable, managed service framework that helps IT teams plan with certainty.
• High-throughput capability: Supports up to 1 Gbps throughput per license, with up to 2 Gbps aggregated throughput to accommodate multi-site deployments and peak traffic periods, ensuring smooth handling of demanding applications and real-time analytics.
• DNA Center integration for automation and analytics: Leverages Cisco DNA Center to automate network provisioning, enforce policies, optimize application performance, and provide actionable assurance across the fabric of devices and sites.
• On-premises deployment for data sovereignty and low latency: Keeps sensitive data within your own data boundaries while delivering Cisco DNA Advantage capabilities that traditional on-prem networks require for mission-critical operations.
• Electronic delivery and streamlined procurement: The MSLA-entitled license is delivered electronically, enabling fast entitlement, rapid activation, and simplified renewal processes to keep your network advancing with minimal friction.

Technical Details of Cisco DNA Advantage On-Premise License

• License type: On-Premise Term License (entitlement for Cisco DNA Advantage features within an on-premises environment)
• Throughput support: Up to 1 Gbps per license; up to 2 Gbps aggregated throughput for multi-site or higher-traffic scenarios
• Delivery model: Electronic delivery under Cisco Managed Service License Agreement (MSLA)
• Deployment scope: On-Premises networks with DNA Center integration for centralized management
• Included services: Software updates, feature access, and support features as defined by the MSLA terms
• Compatibility: Designed to work in concert with Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) and DNA Center for policy, automation, and assurance

How to Install Cisco DNA Advantage On-Premise License

This license is an entitlement rather than a standalone software package. Activation and deployment steps typically occur through Cisco Licensing Portal and DNA Center integration. Follow these general steps to activate the license and enable DNA Advantage capabilities on your on-premises network:

First, ensure prerequisites are in place. Confirm your on-prem devices are DNA-enabled and that your environment is prepared for DNA Center integration. Verify you have an active Cisco MSLA entitlement for DNA Advantage on-prem and that your DNA Center instance is properly configured to manage the network fabric. Ensure connectivity to Cisco Licensing services is available and that you have the license key or entitlement identifier securely stored.

Next, redeem and associate the entitlement. Access the Cisco Licensing Portal to redeem the electronic license under your MSLA. Obtain the license key or entitlement reference and associate it to the appropriate devices or DNA Center management plan that governs your on-prem network. This step links your on-prem infrastructure to the DNA Advantage capabilities enabled by the license.

Then, enable DNA features within DNA Center. Log into DNA Center and navigate to the licensing or software entitlement sections to activate DNA Advantage features for the scope of the license. Configure policy, automation, and assurance settings according to your network topology, site count, and the throughput limits defined by the license. If necessary, apply capacity planning to ensure the 1 Gbps per-license ceiling and 2 Gbps aggregated throughput are aligned with expected traffic patterns.

Perform validation and monitoring. After activation, verify license status, feature availability, and throughput usage. Use DNA Center dashboards to monitor application performance, device compliance, and policy enforcement. Confirm that automated workflows, assurance telemetry, and analytics are functioning as intended across your on-prem network. Document the deployment for audit and renewal planning.

Maintain ongoing governance and renewal planning. The MSLA arrangement may require periodic renewal to continue access to software updates and support. Establish a renewal calendar aligned with your network refresh cycles and business needs. Regularly review throughput utilization and license consumption to optimize performance and budget, adjusting site-specific allocations if your network expands or traffic patterns change.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is Cisco DNA Advantage On-Premise License? A: It is a term-based entitlement that enables Cisco DNA Advantage features on on-premises networks, delivering automation, policy-based management, analytics, and assurance via an MSLA with electronic delivery.
• Q: What throughput does this license support? A: The license supports up to 1 Gbps of throughput per license, with a maximum of 2 Gbps aggregated throughput across multiple sites or higher-traffic deployments.
• Q: How is the license delivered? A: The license is delivered electronically under Cisco’s MSLA, providing rapid entitlement and activation through the Cisco Licensing Portal and DNA Center integration.
• Q: Do I need DNA Center to use this license? A: Cisco DNA Advantage features are designed to work with DNA Center or equivalent DNA-enabled management layers; ensure your ecosystem is configured to leverage policy, automation, and analytics.
• Q: How do I renew or extend the license? A: Renewal is managed through the MSLA agreement; coordinate with Cisco or your authorized partner to maintain uninterrupted access to updates, support, and DNA Center capabilities.