11-29-2020 11:02 PM
hi every one,
I would like to use 2x c9500 24y4c-e to stack function. But i heard about that -E Network Essential does not support stack wise function. Can I use another stack function like tradition not stack wise or do i need to be upgrade license to -A network advantage?
Thank you all.
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11-29-2020 11:13 PM
11-29-2020 11:30 PM - edited 11-29-2020 11:31 PM
You can use the evaluation mode for now in case if you are deploying the switches for the first time while you are in the process of purchasing the license. Moreover, be aware of smartlicense (implemented from 16.9.x) so, you can start working on it before the license is added into your smart account.
11-29-2020 11:51 PM - edited 11-29-2020 11:52 PM
Yes. For now, you can use the switches in EVAL mode and then deploy the permanent license once you purchase it. However, make sure you do not use 16.9.x IOS version (for this models stackwise-virtual is not supported). You need to use 16.10.x or later IOS.
Also, make sure you have virtual account and smartaccount before you purchase the license as it would be directly deposited into that.
12-06-2020 06:06 PM
11-29-2020 11:13 PM
11-29-2020 11:22 PM
Hi virparma
Is there another way to upgrade license Network Essential to Advantage?
Thank you
11-29-2020 11:30 PM - edited 11-29-2020 11:31 PM
You can use the evaluation mode for now in case if you are deploying the switches for the first time while you are in the process of purchasing the license. Moreover, be aware of smartlicense (implemented from 16.9.x) so, you can start working on it before the license is added into your smart account.
11-29-2020 11:37 PM
Hi Virparma
U mean if I wanna upgrade Network Essential to Advantage i should upgrade in EVAL License MODE and then the switch will be Network Advantage and can use stackwise function. it is correct?
Thank you
11-29-2020 11:51 PM - edited 11-29-2020 11:52 PM
Yes. For now, you can use the switches in EVAL mode and then deploy the permanent license once you purchase it. However, make sure you do not use 16.9.x IOS version (for this models stackwise-virtual is not supported). You need to use 16.10.x or later IOS.
Also, make sure you have virtual account and smartaccount before you purchase the license as it would be directly deposited into that.
11-30-2020 03:44 AM
Thank you for helping me a lot.
12-05-2020 12:01 AM
Hi Virparma
Now I've change license boot level to Network Advantage in RTU EVAL Mode, then i can make config Stack-wise command now. If I forget (or) late to apply license (DNA -E or -A for 3 years) What will happen after RTU EVAL MODE Timer Expired? Everything will be gone?
Thank you.
12-06-2020 06:06 PM
08-18-2022 06:28 AM
I am replacing two 4500X with ipbase that are using VSS. Are you stating that if I replace these with a pair C9500-24Y4C that I will need -A advantage just to get the same features as ipbase which included VSS?
07-03-2022 10:18 PM
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