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

The C9500-DNA-40X-E-A is a Cisco DNA Advantage subscription for Cisco Catalyst 9500 switches in their 40X variant (40 x 10G SFP+ ports). It activates the Advantage features of Cisco DNA Center — automation, AI network assurance, SD-Access, and security policy management — tailored to the 10G port density of the Catalyst 9500-40X. This license tier is recommended for environments requiring advanced access management and traffic flow control.

The Cisco C9500-DNA-40X-E-A SKU is aimed at network managers deploying the Catalyst 9500-40X in distribution-layer aggregation roles, particularly in campuses with high volumes of 10G connections. The combination of 40 SFP+ ports with Cisco DNA Advantage capabilities delivers a comprehensive solution for modern, scalable network infrastructures. Genuine Cisco license, manufacturer warranty included.