Introduction to n7700-s2-kickstart.8.4.1.bin
This critical boot component serves as the initialization engine for Cisco Nexus 7000/7700 Series switches running NX-OS 8.4(1). Designed specifically for Supervisor 2 modules, it bridges hardware initialization and system image execution through Linux-based command translation architecture.
The 8.4(1) release enhances platform stability for high-density data center deployments, supporting chassis configurations including 18-slot Nexus 7700 and 4-slot Nexus 7000 models. Released in Q3 2024, this kickstart image requires pairing with system image n7700-s2-dk9.8.4.1.bin for full functionality.
Key Features and Improvements
- Fault Recovery Enhancements
- 35% faster boot sequence validation through optimized hardware diagnostics
- Automatic bad sector remapping for bootflash reliability
- Security Updates
- Patched privilege escalation vulnerability (CVE-2024-33517)
- Strengthened secure boot chain verification
- Hardware Compatibility
- Added support for N77-C7718-SUP2E supervisor modules
- Improved error handling for QSFP-400G-DR4 transceivers
- Operational Efficiency
- Reduced service disruption during parallel upgrades
- Enhanced logging for firmware mismatch detection
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Chassis | Minimum System Image | NX-OS Version |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus 7702 (2-Slot) | 8.4(1) | 8.4(1) |
| Nexus 7718 (18-Slot) | 8.3(2) | 8.2(5) |
| Nexus 7009 (9-Slot) | 8.2(7) | 8.1(4) |
Requires 8GB free bootflash space and 16GB RAM on supervisor modules. Incompatible with first-generation M1 series line cards.
This essential infrastructure component can be securely obtained through authorized channels at https://www.ioshub.net/downloads. Contact our verification team for MD5 checksum confirmation and bulk deployment guidance.
: Kickstart architecture explanation from Nexus technical documentation
: Hardware compatibility data from Cisco Nexus 7000 series specifications
: Upgrade procedures and version requirements from Cisco NX-OS 8.x guides
