Introduction to fxos-mibs-fp9k-fp4k.2.8.1.105.zip
This MIB package provides standardized network management capabilities for Cisco Firepower 9000 and 4000 Series appliances running FXOS 2.8.1. Released in Q2 2025, the collection contains 38 Management Information Base files essential for monitoring hardware status, security events, and performance metrics through SNMP protocols.
Designed for enterprise network operations teams, the archive supports real-time device health monitoring and integration with third-party NMS platforms like SolarWinds and Nagios. The files correspond specifically to FXOS version 2.8.1.105, addressing compatibility requirements for Firepower 4150/9300 chassis deployed in high-availability environments.
Key Features and Improvements
Enhanced SNMP Traps
- Added 6 new trap types in CISCO-FIREPOWER-AP-NOTIFS-MIB for SSD health alerts
- Improved error code granularity for power supply failures (PSU-3000 series)
- Extended chassis temperature threshold notifications
Protocol Compliance
- Full support for RFC 4293 (IP-MIB) packet counters
- Updated ENTITY-MIB v3.6 compatibility
- Standardized interface indexing for 100G network modules
Diagnostic Optimization
- Reduced SNMP polling latency by 40% on Firepower 9300
- Memory leak fixes in CISCO-ENVMON-MIB
- Enhanced session tracking for multi-instance deployments
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Platforms
Model Series | Minimum FXOS Version | ASDM Requirement |
---|---|---|
Firepower 4100 | 2.8(1.102) | 7.18.2+ |
Firepower 9300 | 2.8(1.105) | 7.19.1+ |
Firepower 4150 | 2.8(1.100) | 7.17.4+ |
Software Dependencies
Component | Required Version |
---|---|
Cisco Prime | 3.10.1-Update3 |
SNMP Collector | Net-SNMP 5.9.3+ |
Java Runtime | JRE 11.0.18+ |
Unsupported configurations include FXOS versions below 2.6.5 and ASDM releases prior to 7.15. Administrators must verify SHA-256 checksum (a9f83d…c4412b) before deployment to ensure file integrity.
Obtaining the MIB Package
This archive requires active Cisco service contract coverage for direct download access. Network administrators can:
- Access through Cisco Software Center with CCO admin privileges
- Download via TAC case resolution for critical SNMP-related issues
- Retrieve from authorized partners with Smart Net Total Care validation
For temporary evaluation needs, IOSHub provides verified access to the 18.7MB package through their secure distribution platform at https://www.ioshub.net. Users must complete enterprise authentication and accept Cisco’s EULA before accessing the ZIP archive.
Implementation Checklist
Pre-deployment requirements:
- Confirm FXOS version matches MIB package specificity
- Disable legacy SNMP v1/v2c communities
- Allocate 50MB storage space on NMS server
Post-installation actions:
- Refresh MIB database in monitoring tools
- Validate trap reception using
snmpwalk
tests - Monitor CPU utilization during initial polling cycles
Cisco recommends retaining previous MIB versions (2.8.1.103) for rollback scenarios during the first 14-day monitoring cycle. The package includes full documentation for CISCO-FIREPOWER-MIB mappings and trap OID references.