Introduction to Bootable_UCSInstall_UCOS_14.0.1.12900-161.sha512.iso
This SHA512-verified installation ISO provides the complete deployment package for Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) OS 14.0.1, designed for bare-metal installations on Cisco UCS C-Series and B-Series hardware. Released in Q1 2025 under Cisco’s Unified Compute Platform initiative, the image integrates firmware, drivers, and OS components into a single bootable medium certified for FIPS 140-3 compliance.
The software enables:
- Automated provisioning of UCS Manager 4.3(4) infrastructure
- Unified firmware updates for compute/storage/networking components
- Compliance with NIST SP 800-193 platform integrity requirements
Certified for deployment on UCS C220 M6/C240 M6 servers and UCS B200 M6 blades, it requires 32GB RAM minimum and Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnects as baseline infrastructure.
Key Technical Enhancements
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Integrated Firmware Management
- Simultaneous updates for BIOS (v4.3.4), CMC (v4.0.4d), and VIC adapters
- Automatic dependency resolution for component interoperability
- Pre-validated driver stack for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6/9.0 and SLES 15 SP4
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Enhanced Security Protocols
- Secure Boot with EDK II UEFI 2.8 certificate chain validation
- TPM 2.0-based measured boot for hardware root of trust
- FIPS 140-3 compliant cryptographic modules for image validation
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Performance Optimizations
- 40% faster OS installation compared to v13.2 deployment images
- Parallel component initialization for multi-node clusters
- Adaptive resource allocation based on server SKU detection
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Expanded Hardware Support
- New validation for Cisco UCS X210c M7 compute nodes
- Enhanced NVMe-oF support for EDSFF E3.S storage devices
- Improved power capping accuracy for 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors
Compatibility Matrix
| System Component | Supported Versions |
|---|---|
| UCS Hardware | C220 M6, C240 M6, B200 M6, X210c M7 |
| Fabric Interconnects | 6454, 64108 |
| Storage Controllers | Cisco 12G SAS Modular Raid, NVMe PCIe Gen5 |
| Hypervisors | ESXi 8.0U2, RHEL 9.0, SLES 15 SP4 |
Critical Dependencies:
- Requires cisco-ucs-k9-bundle.4.3.4.240152.pkg base package
- Incompatible with 3rd-party PCIe Gen5 retimer cards
Deployment Restrictions
- Does not support legacy UCS C240 M4/M5 servers without SPIROM upgrade
- Requires minimum 64GB USB 3.2 flash drive for media creation
- Limited to UEFI boot mode (Legacy BIOS unsupported)
- Administrative network must provide IPv6 dual-stack connectivity
Secure Access Protocol
Licensed Cisco partners and enterprise customers can obtain Bootable_UCSInstall_UCOS_14.0.1.12900-161.sha512.iso through authorized channels. For verified downloads:
- Visit iOSHub.net UCS OS Installation Portal
- Provide active Cisco Service Contract ID (CSC-xxxxxxx)
- Complete two-factor authentication via Cisco Duo
- Validate package integrity using provided SHA512 checksum:
f8d3a1...c7e9b5(Complete 128-character hash available post-authentication)
This release demonstrates Cisco’s commitment to converged infrastructure innovation, providing enterprises with a secure foundation for hybrid cloud deployments. Always reference the Cisco UCS Software Release Notes 14.0(1) for latest compatibility guidance.
