1. Introduction to Cisco_Meeting_Management_3_6_0_vSphere-6_0.ova Software
Cisco Meeting Management 3.6.0 virtual appliance (OVA) is an enterprise-grade management solution designed for Cisco’s on-premises video collaboration infrastructure. This VMware-optimized package enables centralized control of Cisco Meeting Server deployments through vSphere 6.0 environments, providing IT administrators with real-time monitoring, license management, and security compliance capabilities.
The software supports hybrid conference management across:
- Physical Meeting Server clusters
- Virtualized Edge nodes
- Multi-tenant deployments
Released in Q4 2024, this version (Build 3.6.0.4128) introduces enhanced REST API security protocols and improved scalability for enterprises managing 500+ concurrent video sessions. It maintains backward compatibility with Cisco Meeting Server 3.2 and later versions.
2. Key Features and Improvements
2.1 Security Enhancements
- API Access Control : Implements RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) for REST API endpoints to prevent privilege escalation vulnerabilities
- Encrypted vMotion Support : Enables secure VM migration between vSphere 6.0 hosts with AES-256 encryption
2.2 Performance Upgrades
- Cluster Health Monitoring : Reduces dashboard refresh latency by 40% through optimized data aggregation algorithms
- Resource Utilization : Requires only 8GB RAM (vs. 16GB in v3.5) for baseline operations
2.3 Management Capabilities
- Unified License Portal : Integrates with Cisco Smart Licensing Using Policy (SLP) for automated license reconciliation
- Edge Node Provisioning : Supports one-click deployment of up to 32 edge nodes per management instance
3. Compatibility and Requirements
3.1 Supported Environments
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Hypervisor | VMware ESXi 6.7 Update 3+ |
| vCenter | 6.0 U3 / 6.7 U2 |
| CPU | Intel Xeon Silver 4210+ (4 cores minimum) |
| Storage | 120GB thin-provisioned disk |
3. Network Requirements
- 1Gbps dedicated management interface
- TCP ports 443 (HTTPS) and 22 (SSH) must remain open
4. Secure Download Instructions
This OVA package is available through Cisco’s official distribution channels:
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Cisco Software Central (Account required)
Navigate to:
Collaboration Endpoints > Meeting Management > 3.6.x Releases -
Authorized Partners
Contact Cisco-certified resellers for volume licensing agreements
For verified MD5 checksums and installation validation procedures, consult the Cisco Meeting Management 3.6 Release Notes.
Note: Always validate OVA integrity using SHA-256 hashes provided in Cisco’s security advisories before deployment.
