Cisco DNA - I think it is worth it
June 09, 2023
Cisco DNA - I think it is worth it
Score 6 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Modules Used
- Analytics Assurance
Overall Satisfaction with Cisco DNA Center
I am the one who set up the appliance and set it up for use within my organization. Being able to upgrade IoS on our switches, being able to log in and locate problems in the network has been very helpful. I am still trying to get things set up and use other features such as Cisco Prime replacement.
- Up until recently, I have been able to use DNA to upgrade the IOS on our 3850 switches.
- Dashboard shows significant issues and problem areas at a glance.
- Assist in troubleshooting of wireless clients (still have to get more experience at this)
- Wireless coverage maps
- Learning curve is pretty steep
- Setting golden images is tricky and cant always get it to work as advertised. Takes a couple times. Having a recent problem where it stopped working and Cisco TAC only explanation is that 3850 is no longer supported.
- When I initially set up, couldnt find documentation. I set up a lot of IP addresses and assigned them to DNA. Cant find where these are located.
- Troubleshooting with TAC, they always want me to run some scripts that I have no clue how to do.
- Ability to be able to access configuration backups would be great.
- Able to identify trouble spots
- Wireless planning (coverage maps)
- Provisioning, (still working on integrating with ISE)
Do you think Cisco Catalyst Center delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with Cisco Catalyst Center's feature set?
Yes
Did Cisco Catalyst Center live up to sales and marketing promises?
Yes
Did implementation of Cisco Catalyst Center go as expected?
No
Would you buy Cisco Catalyst Center again?
Yes