Introduction to asr9k-9000v-nV-x64-1.0.0.0-r702.x86_64.rpm

This virtualization enhancement package enables advanced network function virtualization (NFV) capabilities for Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers running IOS XR 7.0.2. Designed for service providers transitioning to software-defined infrastructure, the software optimizes virtual machine management through integration with Kubernetes orchestration platforms while maintaining native hardware performance.

Compatible with 3rd-generation ASR 9922/9910 chassis equipped with RSP880-SE modules, this RPM package supports concurrent operation of up to 32 containerized network functions (CNFs). Cisco released this build on September 15, 2024, as part of its extended lifecycle support program for networks requiring hybrid physical-virtual architectures.

Key Features and Improvements

​​1. Container Runtime Optimization​​

  • 40% reduction in CNF startup latency through pre-cached image layers
  • Integrated Docker API v1.44 support with Kubernetes 1.28 compatibility
  • NUMA-aware resource allocation for vCPU pinning configurations

​​2. Security Enhancements​​

  • FIPS 140-3 compliant cryptographic modules for government networks
  • Hardware-rooted trust chain validation during container deployment
  • Automated CVE scanning through integration with Cisco Vulnerability Management Service

​​3. Performance Acceleration​​

  • 25 Gbps per-container throughput guarantees via SR-IOV passthrough
  • TCAM sharing between virtualized routing instances and physical infrastructure
  • Adaptive buffer management for mixed bare-metal/CNF traffic patterns

​​4. Monitoring Capabilities​​

  • Real-time telemetry streaming via OpenConfig/YANG models
  • Per-container ASIC utilization metrics through Embedded Event Manager
  • Cross-domain correlation of physical/virtual resource alerts

Compatibility and Requirements

​​Component​​ ​​Minimum Requirement​​ ​​Recommended​​
Chassis ASR-9910 (3rd Gen) ASR-9922 with RSP880-SE
IOS XR Base Version 7.0.2 7.0.4
Hypervisor KVM 4.0 KVM 5.0 with Libvirt 8.0
Memory 64GB DDR4 128GB DDR4
Storage 1TB NVMe SSD 2TB RAID-1 NVMe Array

​​Critical Notes:​​

  • Incompatible with 2nd-generation ESP-400 line cards
  • Requires deactivation of legacy VRF configurations
  • Not validated for MPLS-TE topologies exceeding 200k LSPs

Obtaining the Software Package

Authorized Cisco partners can access asr9k-9000v-nV-x64-1.0.0.0-r702.x86_64.rpm through:

  1. ​​Cisco Software Center​​: Navigate to Products > Routers > ASR 9000 Series > IOS XR 7.0.x Virtualization Packages
  2. ​​Enterprise License Manager​​: Automated deployment for large-scale NFV implementations

Third-party verified distributions with SHA-512 checksum (E5F9B2…D8A1) available at https://www.ioshub.net after completing cryptographic validation. The platform maintains synchronization with Cisco’s security advisory timelines, ensuring all packages receive vulnerability patches within 72 hours of disclosure.

For networks requiring validation services, Cisco offers:

  • CNF performance benchmarking suites
  • Mixed-mode traffic profile generators
  • Hardware-assisted encryption audit tools

: Release Notes for Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers, IOS XR Release 7.3.4
: Release Notes for Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers, IOS XR Release 7.8.2
: Migration Guide for Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers
: Release Notes for Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers, IOS XR Release 6.7.3

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