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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, DNA allows you to build value on the network, so you can streamline operations and facilitate IT and business innovation.
Solutions that matter for your organization
Discover the top 6 reasons to choose DNA. See our industry design guides.
Automate your network
Provide business agility and scale by automating one policy across the entire access network.
Lower WAN costs
Simplify your wide area network without compromising on user experience, security, or reliability.
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- SD-WAN Services
Assure network performance
Troubleshoot faster and increase IT productivity with context that delivers actionable insights.
Detect and mitigate threats
Address threats and vulnerabilities anywhere on your network--including those hiding in encrypted traffic.
A new type of WAN, built for any cloud
Learn how Cisco SD-WAN achieves business intent by securely connecting any user to any cloud with the desired application experience--every time.
Products that help you unlock the full value of DNA
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Routing
Simplify your WAN architecture and make it easier to deploy, manage, and operate.
Network Security
Get secure connectivity with centralized management that keeps costs low.
Switching
Simplify how you buy and use our Digital Network Architecture (DNA) solution for switching.
Network Management
Simplify management, automate processes, and use analytics to optimize performance of your network, applications, and devices.
Wireless
Get an always-available network that scales with growth in applications, users, and devices.
Innovation delivered via DNA software
DNA software subscriptions unlock switching, wireless, and routing use cases across three subscription tiers: DNA Essentials, DNA Advantage, and DNA Premier.
Routing software
Simplify your WAN architecture and make it easier to deploy, manage, and operate.
Switching software
Segment your network for security, compliance, and complex processes. Centralize policy management.
Wireless software
Deliver exceptional wireless performance for high-density environments. Get end-to-end visibility and remediation guidance.
Get started on the path to intent-based networking
Organizations are continually adopting more technologies to compete in this digital era.
Start addressing your most pressing needs with an intent-based network built on Cisco DNA.
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.
News and events
Secure your new cloud edge
Deliver the right security in the right place across your SD-WAN, simply.
New Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switch
Newest member of the Catalyst 9000 Series switches for mid-market and simple branch deployments.
Catalyst 9000 family expands
The Catalyst 9000 access portfolio now includes switches and controllers.
Building intent-based networks with DevNet
Start coding with open APIs on the DNA Center platform. Build apps that drive IT and business innovation.
Resources
Overviews
White papers and analyst reports
- EMA white paper: Preparing Your Network for the Digital Age
- IDC report: Cisco's Network Assurance Tools Take Intent-Based Networking One Step Further
- Miercom performance report: Cisco DNA campus network infrastructure vs. HPE
- Miercom performance report: Cisco campus network infrastructure vs. Huawei
- IDC Research: Global survey on digital network readiness and business impact
Videos
Digital network design guidance
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