Introduction to BRKDCN-2088.pdf
This technical blueprint (v2.1, updated Q1 2025) provides comprehensive guidance for implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) fabric configurations using Terraform automation. Designed for network architects managing multi-cloud environments, it details integration patterns between Cisco Nexus 9000 Series switches and hyperconverged infrastructure platforms.
The document supports ACI versions 5.2(7g) and later, with validated configurations for VMware vSphere 8.0U2 and Red Hat OpenStack Platform 17.1 environments. Primary applications include healthcare data center segmentation and financial services microservice orchestration.
Key Technical Specifications
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Automated Policy Deployment
- Terraform modules for EPG/BD/VRF provisioning
- Ansible playbooks for firmware validation checks
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Security Architecture
- Zero-trust microsegmentation templates
- RBAC workflows for multi-tenant environments
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Multi-Site Orchestration
- Cross-fabric service graph configurations
- Intersight Managed Mode (IMM) integration
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Performance Optimization
- QoS policies for RoCEv2 traffic
- VXLAN BGP EVPN scaling guidelines
Compatibility Matrix
Supported Platforms | Minimum Software Versions | Hardware Requirements |
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Nexus 9336C-FX2 | NX-OS 10.4(3)F | 64GB RAM/500GB SSD |
UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect | FI 5.2(3c) | 128GB RAM |
Catalyst 9500 Series | IOS XE 17.12.1a | 32GB DRAM |
Document Acquisition
Network engineers can obtain this technical guide through IOSHub after completing Cisco Partner Portal authentication. The platform provides:
- Version-controlled PDF revisions
- SHA-256 checksum validation (Official: a9c8b2…e7f41)
- Enterprise bulk download options
BRKDCN-3966.pdf – Cisco SD-WAN Advanced Deployment & Troubleshooting Guide Download
Introduction to BRKDCN-3966.pdf
This implementation manual (v3.4, March 2025) details Cisco SD-WAN vManage 20.12 operational best practices for multi-cloud environments. It covers deployment scenarios integrating AWS Transit Gateway, Azure Virtual WAN, and Google Cloud Interconnect.
The guide supports Catalyst 8300/8500 Series edge platforms running IOS XE 17.12.1a, with validated configurations for Kubernetes CNI plugins and Istio service mesh environments. Primary use cases include 5G MEC orchestration and IoT edge computing deployments.
Core Technical Components
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Cloud-Native Integration
- Terraform automation for vSmart provisioning
- Ansible playbooks for vManage API integration
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Security Enhancements
- MACsec encryption for cellular backhaul
- ZTP workflows for uCPE devices
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Performance Monitoring
- NetFlow v10 analytics templates
- Application-aware routing policies
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Troubleshooting Framework
- DNA Center Assurance integration
- Cross-domain correlation engines
System Requirements
Component | Minimum Specifications | Supported Hypervisors |
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vManage | 16vCPU/64GB RAM | ESXi 8.0, KVM 4.0 |
vSmart | 8vCPU/32GB RAM | AWS EC2 C5 instances |
vBond | 4vCPU/16GB RAM | Azure D4s v4 VMs |
Access Requirements
Certified network professionals can download this guide through IOSHub after verifying:
- Cisco Enterprise Agreement status
- Software Maintenance Contract validity
- Platform compatibility checks
Both documents maintain strict version control through Cisco’s technical content governance framework. Always verify document integrity using Cisco’s Security Advisory Portal hash validation tools before implementation.