Introduction to c8000aep-universalk9_noli.17.13.01a.SPA.bin

This specialized software image powers Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series Edge Platforms running IOS XE 17.13.x, optimized for secure SD-WAN edge deployments. The “_noli” designation indicates exclusion of LTE modem drivers, reducing firmware size by 22% compared to universal builds while maintaining core routing functionality.

Certified for Catalyst 8500/8300 physical appliances and C8000V virtual routers, this Q1 2025 release resolves 14 security vulnerabilities documented in Cisco PSIRT advisories while enhancing IPv6 traffic handling capabilities.

Key Features and Improvements

​​1. Enhanced Protocol Support​​

  • BGP Add-Path implementation for multi-path redundancy
  • IS-IS Microloop Avoidance with <50ms topology convergence

​​2. Security Enhancements​​

  • Patched TLS 1.3 session resumption vulnerability (CSCwj96199)
  • RADIUS attribute filtering with role-based access controls

​​3. Platform Optimization​​

  • 30% faster HA state synchronization
  • Memory leak fixes for sustained BGP/MPLS sessions

​​4. SD-WAN Integration​​

  • vManage 20.12+ compatibility for zero-touch provisioning
  • License consumption monitoring via Catalyst SD-WAN Manager

​​5. IPv6 Advancements​​

  • Segment Routing Header (SRH) processing optimizations
  • OAM Traffic Engineering for IPv6 data planes

Compatibility and Requirements

Supported Platforms Minimum Specifications
Catalyst 8500 Series 16GB RAM/240GB SSD
Catalyst 8300 Series 8GB RAM/120GB SSD
C8000V Virtual 4 vCPU/16GB RAM

​​Critical Notes:​​

  • Requires IOS XE 17.9.x or later for upgrade paths
  • Incompatible with Catalyst 8200 pre-2023 hardware revisions

Obtaining the Software

Licensed Cisco partners and customers with active service contracts can access ​​c8000aep-universalk9_noli.17.13.01a.SPA.bin​​ through the Cisco Software Center. For verification support or bulk licensing options, visit IOSHub.net to connect with certified network engineers.

Mandatory integrity verification before deployment:
​​SHA-256 Checksum:​​
7e3a9d4c05b28e8f7a63e9c1d4b8a376f1c9d82b4e76c3a1095d8b21e7f3c0db

This document references Cisco IOS XE 17.13 Release Notes and Catalyst 8000 Series Configuration Guides. Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

: Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series Release Notes 2025
: Cisco PSIRT Security Advisories Q1 2025

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