Cisco Digital Network Architecture (Cisco DNA)
It's all about an intent-based network that continuously bridges the gap between business and IT. It's the new era in networking, built on Cisco DNA.
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What's new
Application policy, security, and segmentation now work together across campus and branch, WAN, and data center/cloud to fulfill one business intent.
This new capability in Cisco DNA Assurance drives intelligence in the network and effectively improves performance and issue resolution.
Intent-based networking built on Cisco DNA
Cisco DNA takes a software-delivered approach to automating and assuring services across your campus, WAN, and branch networks. Based on an open and extensible platform, Cisco DNA allows you to build value on the network, so you can streamline operations and facilitate IT and business innovation.
Cisco SD-Access
Provide business agility and scale by automating one policy across the entire access network.
Cisco DNA Assurance
Troubleshoot faster and increase IT productivity with context that delivers actionable insights.
Cisco DNA Security
Address threats and vulnerabilities anywhere on your network--including those hiding in encrypted traffic.
Cisco SD-WAN
Securely connect any user, any application, anywhere, with the power of the cloud.
Products that help you unlock the full value of Cisco DNA
Routing
Simplify your WAN architecture and make it easier to deploy, manage, and operate.
Switching
Simplify how you buy and use our Cisco DNA solution for switching.
Wireless
Provide an immersive experience with secure, fast, and reliable products.
Network management
Simplify management, automate processes, and use analytics to optimize performance.
Network security
Get secure connectivity with centralized management that keeps costs low.
Small and medium-sized business
Secure, simple, and flexible products and solutions.
Innovation delivered through Cisco DNA software
Cisco DNA software unlocks routing, switching, and wireless use cases across three subscription tiers:
Cisco DNA Essentials, Cisco DNA Advantage, and Cisco DNA Premier.
Cisco DNA for routing
Simplify your WAN architecture and make it easier to deploy, manage, and operate.
Cisco DNA for switching
Segment your network for security, compliance, and complex processes. Centralize policy management.
Cisco DNA for wireless
Deliver exceptional wireless performance for high-density environments. Get end-to-end visibility and remediation guidance.
Accelerate your journey with Cisco Services
With proven experience, best practices, and innovative tools, we help you confidently move to a secure, automated, intent-based network.
Resources
Digital network design guidance
Infographics and interactive resources
Overviews
- Cisco DNA At-a-Glance (PDF - 184 KB)
- Cisco DNA solution overview (PDF - 231 KB)
- Cisco DNA FAQ (PDF - 280 KB)
- Cisco DNA software
- Cisco DNA-Ready Infrastructure Brochure
- Cisco DNA Advisory Service (PDF - 185 KB)
- Cisco DNA ROI Calculator
- Compare vendors
- What is intent-based networking?
Videos
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Webinars
White papers and analyst reports
- Miercom: Enterprise campus architecture comparative assessment - Cisco DNA vs. HPE and Huawei
- EMA white paper: Preparing Your Network for the Digital Age
- IDC report: Cisco's Network Assurance Tools Take Intent-Based Networking One Step Further (PDF - 158 KB)
- IDC Research: Global survey on digital network readiness and business impact
- Gartner: Embrace the era of intent-based networking
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