Cisco C1000 DNA Essentials, 16-Port, 7 Year Term License — 16-port, 7 Year | DNA, 7 Year — C1000-DNA-E-16-7Y

Maintain predictable operations and sustained platform security for Cisco C1000 switches with the C1000 DNA Essentials 16-Port, 7 Year Term License (MPN C1000-DNA-E-16-7Y). This subscription-grade license provides sustained access to Cisco DNA Essentials features across 16 licensed ports for seven years, including software image updates, device lifecycle management, and essential assurance telemetry. For network directors managing campus or branch aggregation, the 16-port term aligns OPEX with long-term refresh strategies while retaining Cisco’s software delivery and security patches. Compared to one-year renewals, a 7 Year Term reduces procurement cycles and administrative overhead. Choose this license when you require long-duration management access, predictable support windows, and consistent software entitlements for C1000 hardware fleets. Confirm port mapping and activation procedures with Cisco’s licensing portal during procurement to ensure correct entitlement assignment. Ideal For Cover 16 ports on a campus or branch C1000 switch for long-term operations Consolidate 7-year software entitlement to align with hardware refresh cycles Provide continuous image updates and security fixes for C1000 devices Standardize management across multiple branch sites with 16-port license blocks Why This Product 1 Covers 16 ports for 7 years versus annual renewals to reduce procurement cycles 2 Includes software image updates and device management not available in unmanaged devices 3 Balances cost over time compared with shorter-term subscriptions 4 Designed specifically for Cisco C1000 hardware platform compatibility