Cisco Catalyst 9500 - C9500-DNA-40X-E

The C9500-DNA-40X-E is a standard-term Cisco DNA Essentials subscription for Cisco Catalyst 9500 switches in their 40X configuration (40 x 10G SFP+ ports). It delivers the foundational Cisco DNA Center features for this high-density 10G platform: device management, automatic discovery, and basic provisioning, enabling centralized administration without the advanced automation or assurance modules available at higher tiers.

The Cisco C9500-DNA-40X-E SKU is suited for IT teams looking to gradually introduce Cisco DNA Center into their Catalyst 9500-40X environment, starting with Essentials features before considering an upgrade. It fits distribution or aggregation 10G networks where centralized management requirements remain moderate. Official Cisco license, manufacturer warranty included.