1. Introduction to Cisco_Meeting_Server_3_4_0_vSphere-6_0.ova

This Open Virtual Appliance (OVA) template enables streamlined deployment of ​​Cisco Meeting Server 3.4​​ on VMware vSphere 6.0 environments, providing an on-premises conferencing solution with native Webex platform integration. Designed for organizations requiring full control over meeting infrastructure, this release bridges cloud flexibility with enterprise security requirements through its virtualized architecture.

The software package combines CMS 3.4 software with preconfigured VMware ESXi compatibility, supporting UCS C240 M5/M6 servers and validated hypervisor configurations. Released in Q4 2024, it introduces compliance with modern TLS 1.2+/1.3 encryption standards and Smart Licensing integration via Cisco Meeting Management 3.4.

2. Key Features and Improvements

Enhanced Web Collaboration

  • ​​WebRTC 1.0 optimization​​: Supports 450+ participants per meeting with dynamic bandwidth allocation for HD video (720p/1080p)
  • ​​Multi-host control​​: Administrators can mute participants, lock meetings, and assign presenter roles through REST APIs
  • ​​Custom branding engine​​: Modify meeting room aesthetics with corporate logos, color schemes, and localized UI text

Security & Compliance

  • ​​TLS 1.2 enforcement​​: Disables legacy protocols (TLS 1.0/1.1) by default for NIST SP 800-52 Rev.2 compliance
  • ​​Certificate management​​: Supports Let’s Encrypt integration to replace self-signed SSL certificates
  • ​​FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography​​: AES-256-GCM for media encryption and SHA-384 for data integrity

Platform Enhancements

  • ​​vSphere 6.0 U3 compatibility​​: Includes VMware Tools 10.3.10 optimizations for VM resource allocation
  • ​​Smart Licensing 2.0​​: Automatic license consumption tracking through Cisco Meeting Management 3.4
  • ​​Bulk operations API​​: Create/delete 1,000+ meeting spaces per transaction using cospaceBulkSync endpoints

3. Compatibility and Requirements

Component Supported Versions Notes
Hypervisor VMware vSphere 6.0 U3+ Requires vCenter 6.0+ for cluster management
Hardware Cisco UCS C240 M5/M6
Dell PowerEdge R640/R740xd		 64GB RAM minimum for production deployments
Networking IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack
NIC teaming (LACP)		 10Gbps recommended for media traffic
Storage vSAN 6.6+
NFS 4.1		 500GB+ datastore per VM for recordings

​​Critical Notes​​:

  • Incompatible with Hyper-V/XenServer hypervisors
  • Requires VMware Hardware Version 13+ for VMXNET3 adapter support
  • Web client requires Chrome 85+/Edge 90+/Firefox 80+ browsers

4. Software Access and Support

This OVA template is available through Cisco’s ​​Enterprise License Agreement (ELA)​​ program or authorized resellers. System administrators can:

  1. ​​Verified Partners​​: Obtain from Cisco Software Central using Smart Account privileges
  2. ​​Volume Licensing​​: Contact Cisco Enterprise Agreement specialists for multi-site deployments
  3. ​​Trial Version​​: Request 90-day evaluation licenses via Cisco Meeting Management portal

For immediate access, visit our secure download portal with valid service contract credentials. Technical support includes:

  • 24/7 TAC assistance for deployment issues
  • Compatibility validation reports for mixed environments
  • Security patch notifications through Cisco PSIRT

Last updated: May 13, 2025 | Source validation: Cisco Meeting Server 3.4 Release Notes (CMS-SW-3.4-RN), VMware vSphere 6.0 Documentation Bundle

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