Cisco C9500 7Y DNA Essentials EA | 25 ISE Base, Enterprise — ELA2-C1-C95001E-7Y

Build a more predictable operating model around your Catalyst 9500 environment with a seven-year Cisco EA Essentials term. This package is designed for organizations that want to keep core switching under a single, extended licensing framework while preserving access to the capabilities associated with DNA Essentials. The inclusion of 25 ISE Base entitlements makes this a practical fit for teams that need identity-aware access control planning alongside network licensing. It helps reduce the friction of managing separate renewal dates and gives procurement a cleaner path for consolidating spend across the infrastructure stack. For enterprise networks, the value of a high-term agreement is operational consistency. It supports longer budget cycles, fewer administrative interruptions, and a more stable foundation for policy-driven access environments. That matters when the switching layer is part of a larger security and automation strategy. Choose this when the goal is to keep Catalyst 9500 deployments aligned, licensed, and easier to govern over time. It is a strong fit for buyers who want fewer moving parts and a clearer line of sight from purchase to long-term network operation. Ideal For Licensing a Catalyst 9500 core switching deployment for long-term operation Coordinating network access policy with ISE Base entitlements Reducing renewal events in enterprise campus infrastructure Standardizing Cisco licensing across a multi-year refresh program Why This Product 1 7-year term lowers renewal frequency compared with annual licensing 2 DNA Essentials coverage supports Catalyst 9500 operational planning 3 25 ISE Base entitlements add identity-aware access control value 4 Single EA structure simplifies procurement across network and security teams