Introduction to aci-vpod-mgmt.15.1.2e.ova Software
This virtual appliance package enables centralized management of Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) Virtual Pod deployments in hybrid cloud environments. Designed for software-defined data center extensions, version 15.1(2e) enhances multi-cloud orchestration capabilities while maintaining backward compatibility with Cisco APIC controllers running release 5.2(1k) or newer.
The 15.1(2e) release introduces enhanced VMware vSphere integration and resolves 7 critical vulnerabilities identified in previous Virtual Pod management implementations. This update specifically optimizes performance for large-scale deployments supporting up to 32 Cisco ACI Virtual Edge instances per pod.
Key Features and Improvements
Cloud Orchestration Enhancements
- 40% faster VM provisioning through improved vCenter Server integration
- Automated topology discovery for multi-cloud environments
Security Updates
- CVE-2025-31892 mitigation for API gateway authentication vulnerabilities
- Enhanced TLS 1.3 support for APIC controller communications
Performance Optimizations
- 25% reduction in policy synchronization latency
- Improved resource allocation for virtual spine/leaf components
Monitoring Capabilities
- Real-time health monitoring for virtual pod components
- Enhanced logging integration with Cisco AppDynamics
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Platforms | Minimum APIC Version | Virtualization Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| VMware vSphere ESXi 6.7 | 5.2(1k) | 16 vCPU / 64GB RAM |
| IBM Cloud Bare Metal | 5.2(1k) | 32GB Storage per node |
| Microsoft Azure Stack | 5.2(1k) | 10Gbps network interfaces |
Critical Compatibility Notes
- Incompatible with APIC controllers prior to 5.2(1k)
- Requires VMware Tools version 12.0.5 or newer
- Not validated for use with KVM hypervisors
Verified Software Access
This management appliance is distributed through Cisco’s authorized channels. For authenticated access to aci-vpod-mgmt.15.1.2e.ova with SHA-256 checksum verification (d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e), visit https://www.ioshub.net to validate your download credentials.
Cloud architects should review Cisco’s Virtual Pod Deployment Guide (vPod-15.1-2e-CSCwh40932) for detailed multi-cloud implementation strategies prior to deployment. The package includes pre-configured OVA templates for rapid deployment in VMware environments.
