Cisco DNA Essentials C3850 1Y Renewal | Catalyst 3850 Licensing — C3850-DNA-E-12-1R

Protect licensing continuity on deployed Catalyst 3850 switches with Cisco DNA Essentials 1-year renewal coverage. This SKU is specifically positioned for renewal-only scenarios, making it a practical choice when you need to extend entitlement on an existing platform rather than introduce a new licensing model. Cisco DNA Essentials is the right fit for teams that want a disciplined, lower-complexity licensing tier while keeping the network under supported coverage. It helps preserve operational continuity, simplifies procurement cycles, and gives infrastructure teams a clear path to maintain compliance across installed switch assets. For organizations managing mature campus networks, renewal timing matters. This license supports that process with a defined 1-year term and a platform-specific scope for Catalyst 3850. It is a focused option for environments that value predictable spend and stable operations over feature expansion. Choose this SKU when the goal is to keep existing infrastructure current, avoid licensing gaps, and maintain a clean renewal record for the installed base. Ideal For Renewing licensing on installed Catalyst 3850 switches Maintaining compliance for an existing campus switching base Planning annual software spend for mature network environments Avoiding feature overprovisioning on stable access-layer deployments Why This Product 1 Renewal-only license for existing Catalyst 3850 deployments 2 1-year term supports annual procurement planning 3 Essentials tier keeps licensing focused and controlled 4 Platform-specific coverage for installed campus switches