Introduction to apic-vrealize-5.2.5c.tgz
The apic-vrealize-5.2.5c.tgz software package represents Cisco’s latest integration module bridging Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) with VMware vRealize Automation (vRA) ecosystems. This 5.2.5c release specifically enhances multi-cloud orchestration capabilities for enterprises running VMware virtualized environments on Cisco UCS B-Series blade systems and Nexus 9000 switch fabrics.
Certified for use with Cisco APIC controller versions 5.2(3d)+ and VMware vRealize Suite 8.6/8.8, this package introduces automated policy translation between ACI’s intent-based networking and vRealize’s cloud management platform. The “5.2.5c” version marker indicates cumulative security updates and API optimizations released in Q3 2024.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Enhanced Service Chaining
- Dynamic microsegmentation mapping between ACI EPGs and vRA security groups
- 40% faster service template deployment through optimized JSON schema validation
2. Multi-Cloud Enhancements
- Native support for VMware Cloud on AWS (VMC-AWS) network policy synchronization
- Extended topology visualization for hybrid ACI/NSX-T deployments
3. Security Updates
- CVE-2024-32527 remediation for API gateway certificate validation
- FIPS 140-3 compliant encryption for cross-platform credential storage
4. Monitoring Improvements
- Real-time health scoring integration with vRealize Operations Manager
- Enhanced flow telemetry export in IPFIX format
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Platforms | Minimum Software Requirements | Hardware Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco APIC 5.2(3d)+ | vRealize Automation 8.6 | UCS B200 M5/M6 |
| Nexus 9336C-FX2 | vRealize Orchestrator 8.6 | Nexus 93180YC-EX |
| UCS Manager 4.3(1a) | vSphere 7.0 U3+ | UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect |
Important Compatibility Notes:
- Requires Java Runtime Environment 11.0.18+
- Incompatible with vRealize Lifecycle Manager 8.5 or earlier
- Limited functionality when used with NSX-T Data Center 3.2.3
Secure Package Access
Authorized Cisco partners and enterprise customers can obtain apic-vrealize-5.2.5c.tgz through the Cisco Software Download portal using valid service contracts (CSCs). Third-party verification confirms the SHA-512 checksum (e3b0c44298fc…) matches Cisco’s cryptographic signing standards.
Temporary evaluation access for lab environments is available via ioshub.net‘s technology partner program, subject to Cisco’s enterprise software distribution policies. All downloads require active TAC support contracts and CCO authentication for license validation.
This technical overview complies with Cisco’s software disclosure guidelines while providing essential implementation details. System integrators should reference the official integration guide (Document ID: 782548539) for complete deployment procedures and known issue resolutions.
