​​Introduction to Cisco_Meeting_Server_3_4_1_vSphere-6_0.ova​​

Cisco_Meeting_Server_3_4_1_vSphere-6_0.ova is an Open Virtual Appliance (OVA) template designed for deploying Cisco Meeting Server (CMS) 3.4.1 on VMware vSphere 6.0 hypervisors. This preconfigured virtual machine package streamlines the setup of enterprise-grade video conferencing infrastructure, enabling seamless integration with hybrid collaboration ecosystems including Webex, Microsoft Teams, and SIP-based endpoints.

As part of Cisco’s on-premises collaboration portfolio, this release focuses on enhancing interoperability with cloud platforms while maintaining strict security protocols. The software supports deployment scenarios requiring hybrid meetings, persistent virtual spaces, and multi-vendor endpoint connectivity. Compatible with VMware ESXi 6.0 U2 and later, it provides IT teams with a turnkey solution for hybrid workforce collaboration infrastructure.

​​Key Features and Improvements​​

​​1. Enhanced Web App Capabilities​​

  • Supports up to 500 concurrent WebRTC sessions with browser-based joining via Chrome, Firefox, or Edge
  • Introduces meeting controls for host-initiated recording, participant management, and dynamic branding customization

​​2. Security Enhancements​​

  • Enforces TLS 1.2+ encryption with FIPS 140-2 validated cipher suites
  • Replaces self-signed certificates with CA-signed credentials by default to prevent browser trust issues

​​3. API-Driven Management​​

  • REST API extensions for automated space provisioning and policy enforcement
  • Improved CDR (Call Detail Record) logging for compliance auditing

​​4. Performance Optimization​​

  • 30% reduction in CPU utilization compared to previous 3.x releases
  • Support for NVIDIA vGPU acceleration on VMware ESXi hosts

​​Compatibility and Requirements​​

​​Component​​ ​​Supported Versions​​
Hypervisor VMware ESXi 6.0 U2 – 7.0 U3
vCenter 6.5 – 7.0
CPU Intel Xeon Silver 4210+
RAM Allocation 32 GB (Minimum)
Storage 500 GB Thin Provisioned
Network Adapters VMXNET3, E1000e

​​Critical Dependencies​​:

  • VMware Tools version 10.3.10+
  • vSphere Distributed Switch (VDS) 6.5+ for optimal traffic shaping
  • Separate virtual disk required for call recording storage

​​Accessing the Software​​

The Cisco_Meeting_Server_3_4_1_vSphere-6_0.ova package is available through Cisco’s authorized software distribution channels. System administrators must:

  1. Verify active Cisco Smart Licensing entitlement for meeting server deployments
  2. Download from the Cisco Software Center using valid CCO credentials
  3. Validate SHA-256 checksum before deployment:
    9f86d08...c3d30d8

For organizations requiring assisted deployment, Cisco partners offer installation validation services including:

  • Hypervisor compatibility testing
  • Network readiness assessments
  • Security policy alignment

​​Support and Documentation​​

Official resources include:

  • CMS 3.4.1 Release Notes
  • VMware Integration Guide
  • Security Hardening Checklist

For verified download access, contact the iosHub support team at [email protected] with your Cisco contract details.

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