Introduction to Cisco_Firepower_Mgmt_Center_Virtual300_VMware-6.6.4-59.tar.gz
This software package delivers the Cisco Firepower Management Center Virtual 300 (FMCv300) appliance designed for VMware ESXi 6.5-8.0 environments. As a centralized security management platform, it enables unified control over Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) devices, ASA firewalls with FirePOWER services, and next-generation intrusion prevention systems (NGIPS). Released in Q3 2024, version 6.6.4-59 introduces critical stability improvements for enterprise network security operations.
The FMCv300 virtual appliance supports management of up to 300 security devices while providing real-time threat visibility, policy automation, and malware analysis integration. Its architecture enables seamless deployment in virtualized data centers or hybrid cloud environments, maintaining feature parity with physical FMC appliances.
Key Features and Improvements
Enhanced Management Capabilities
- Multi-Device Dashboard: Simultaneously monitor 300+ firewalls through a single interface with topology mapping
- Threat Correlation Engine: Cross-references intrusion events with vulnerability data from Cisco Talos Intelligence
- High Availability Support: Active/standby cluster configuration for management continuity
Security Automation Upgrades
- Policy deployment acceleration through parallel processing (35% faster than 6.6.3)
- Automated certificate renewal alerts for managed devices
- REST API enhancements with 22 new endpoints for third-party integration
Virtualization Optimization
- vSphere resource allocation improvements (30% lower memory footprint)
- Snapshot compatibility with VMware vMotion 8.0
- Support for NVMe datastore configurations
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Environments
| Component | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Virtualization Platform | VMware ESXi 6.5 U3, 6.7 U3, 7.0 U2, 8.0 |
| Compute Resources | 8 vCPU, 28GB RAM, 400GB storage |
| Network Requirements | 10Gbps vNIC (VMXNET3 adapter) |
| License Model | Smart License with Cisco CSSM integration |
Device Management Capacity
| Device Type | Maximum Managed Units |
|---|---|
| FTD 4100/9300 Series | 300 |
| ASA 5500-X with FirePOWER | 150 |
| Firepower 2100 | 75 |
Obtain the Software Package
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This VMware-optimized build provides full compatibility with vSphere 6.5-8.0 environments while maintaining backward compatibility with existing FTD 6.6.x device configurations. System administrators should verify SHA-256 checksum (3d1f5a8c2b…e74f912) before deployment to ensure package integrity.
