Introduction to Cisco_Meeting_Server_3_6_1_vSphere-6_5.ova
Cisco_Meeting_Server_3_6_1_vSphere-6_5.ova is a VMware-optimized virtual appliance designed for deploying Cisco Meeting Server (CMS) 3.6.1 on vSphere 6.5+ environments. This OVA template provides enterprise-ready video conferencing infrastructure with native integration for Webex, Microsoft Teams, and SIP endpoints. Released in August 2022 per Cisco’s documentation, it focuses on hybrid workforce support through persistent virtual meeting spaces and enhanced cross-platform interoperability.
The solution targets VMware ESXi 6.5 Update 3 and later deployments, offering IT teams a preconfigured virtual machine template that reduces deployment time by 65% compared to manual configurations. It serves as the core infrastructure for secure on-premises collaboration, compatible with Cisco Meeting Server 1000/2000 series hardware and third-party conference room systems.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Advanced WebRTC Scaling
- Supports 750 concurrent browser-based participants (50% increase from v3.4)
- Dynamic bandwidth adaptation for low-latency 1080p video under 1Mbps connections
2. Security & Compliance
- FIPS 140-3 validated encryption for signaling/media streams
- Automated certificate rotation via integrated Let’s Encrypt support
3. API-Driven Automation
- REST API extensions for bulk space provisioning and policy synchronization
- Enhanced CDR logging with GDPR-compliant metadata tagging
4. Cloud Hybridization
- Native Webex Meetings interoperability with single-sign-on (SSO)
- Azure Active Directory synchronization for user management
Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions |
---|---|
Hypervisor | VMware ESXi 6.5 U3 – 7.0 U3 |
vCenter | 6.7 – 8.0 |
CPU | Intel Xeon Gold 6226+ |
RAM | 48 GB (Minimum) |
Storage | 750 GB Thin Provisioned |
Network | VMXNET3, SR-IOV |
Critical Dependencies:
- VMware vSphere Distributed Switch 6.7+
- Separate NVMe storage tier for 4K recording/streaming
Software Acquisition
Authorized access to Cisco_Meeting_Server_3_6_1_vSphere-6_5.ova requires:
- Valid Smart License for CMS Enterprise Edition
- Cisco.com account with Software Download privileges
- SHA-512 checksum verification:
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The iosHub platform (https://www.ioshub.net) provides verified download access for licensed organizations. Submit contract details to [email protected] for entitlement validation and secure distribution.
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