Introduction to Cisco_Secure_FW_Mgmt_Center_Virtual300_KVM-7.6.0-113.qcow2
This preconfigured QCOW2 image enables deployment of Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center Virtual 300 (FMCv300) on KVM hypervisors. Released in Q3 2024 as part of Cisco’s 7.6.0 software train, it provides centralized management for next-generation firewall policies across physical and virtual Cisco security appliances.
The FMCv300 model specifically supports medium-to-large enterprise deployments, offering enhanced scalability for managing up to 250 security devices simultaneously. As a KVM-optimized build, it integrates with Linux-based virtualization environments using libvirt tools and QEMU acceleration.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Enhanced Platform Support
- Native compatibility with KVM 4.0+ and QEMU 6.2+
- UEFI Secure Boot implementation via OVMF firmware
- Optimized resource allocation for 32 vCPUs/64GB RAM configurations
2. Management Capabilities
- Device templates for batch configuration of branch firewalls
- Smart License Transport as default authorization method
- Health monitoring alerts for certificate expiration
3. Security Enhancements
- TLS 1.3 enforcement for management traffic
- EVE (Encrypted Visibility Engine) exception management
- Geo-based RA VPN policy controls
4. Operational Improvements
- Automatic readiness checks during upgrades
- Backup process cancellation functionality
- Dark theme UI option for console access
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Minimum Requirement | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Host OS | RHEL 8.6/CentOS 8.5 | RHEL 9.2 |
| CPU | Intel Xeon Silver 4210 (8 cores) | Intel Xeon Gold 6338 (32 cores) |
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Storage | 250 GB (Thin Provisioned) | 2 TB SSD RAID |
| Hypervisor | KVM 4.0 | KVM 6.0 |
| Network | VirtIO drivers | SR-IOV enabled NICs |
Important Notes:
- Requires Intel VT-x/AMD-V virtualization extensions
- Incompatible with QEMU versions below 1.1
- UEFI boot requires EDK2 OVMF package installation
Obtain the Software Package
The original Cisco_Secure_FW_Mgmt_Center_Virtual300_KVM-7.6.0-113.qcow2 file (SHA-256: 7a3b…d29c) is available through Cisco’s authorized distribution channels. For verified download options, visit https://www.ioshub.net and consult our technical support team for license activation guidance.
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