Cisco DNA Essential On Premise Lic, 1G 1Y | Network Licensing — DNA-P-500M-E-1Y

Maintain control across your Cisco environment with a 1-year Cisco DNA Essential on-premise license built for 1G aggregation deployments. This license supports organizations that want policy-driven network operations while keeping management aligned to local infrastructure requirements. Cisco DNA Essential is positioned for teams that need dependable network administration, visibility, and operational consistency across supported Cisco hardware. It helps standardize how infrastructure is managed, making it easier to maintain configuration discipline and reduce manual overhead in day-to-day operations. For enterprise buyers, the value is in the licensing model itself: a defined term, an on-premise deployment approach, and a scope suited to aggregation-level networking. That combination makes it easier to plan renewals, align procurement with infrastructure cycles, and preserve control over how the environment is operated. Choose this license when you need a Cisco software entitlement that supports structured network management without overbuying capabilities you do not need. It is a practical fit for organizations that prioritize operational clarity, predictable licensing, and a tighter fit between software coverage and deployed network capacity. Ideal For Licensing Cisco aggregation infrastructure in an on-premise environment Standardizing network operations across enterprise campus or branch deployments Renewing software entitlement for a 1G aggregation layer Aligning annual procurement with Cisco infrastructure refresh cycles Why This Product 1 On-premise licensing keeps control inside the enterprise environment 2 1-year term supports predictable renewal planning 3 Aggregation-focused scope fits 1G network coverage 4 Cisco DNA Essential aligns licensing to operational needs