Cisco C2960C DNA Essentials 12-Port Renewal | Network Licensing

Extend software coverage for a 12-port Cisco access switch with DNA Essentials renewal. Maintain access to policy-based operations, device visibility, and lifecycle management without replacing stable hardware. Built for teams that want to preserve existing switching investments while keeping support continuity and operational control in place. Preserve software coverage for a 12-port Cisco access switch with DNA Essentials renewal Maintain operational continuity via subscription entitlement tied to the existing switching platform Support policy-based network administration using Cisco DNA Essentials licensing Reduce refresh pressure with renewal coverage for stable access-layer hardware Keep lifecycle planning predictable using a defined software entitlement term Avoid coverage gaps with a renewal built for existing Cisco switching deployments Align procurement and operations through a simple license continuation model Key Features Cisco DNA Essentials renewal entitlement Designed for 12-port Cisco access switching Software-services / cloud-licensing category Renewal licensing model Subscription-based coverage continuation Supports existing hardware investment MPN: C2960C-DE-12-SMSK FAQ What does this renewal cover? It renews the Cisco DNA Essentials entitlement associated with a 12-port access switching environment. Is this a hardware product? No. This is a software-services / cloud-licensing renewal for an existing Cisco switch deployment. Why renew instead of replacing the switch? If the hardware is still meeting requirements, renewal preserves software coverage and avoids unnecessary refresh costs. What type of licensing model is this? It is a renewal subscription with term-based coverage.