Introduction to juju-charms-20.08-10.tar.gz Software
This software package contains Cisco-certified Juju charms for automating deployment of network functions in multi-cloud environments. Released in Q3 2025, version 20.08-10 enhances integration with Cisco Cloud Controller and provides 35 pre-configured charms for deploying SD-WAN, ACI, and Meraki network services.
Key supported platforms include:
- Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches
- Cisco UCS C220 M7 servers
- AWS/Azure/GCP cloud infrastructure
Key Features and Improvements
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Multi-Cloud Orchestration
- Automated VXLAN tunnel configuration across hybrid environments
- 40% faster service chain deployment via pre-built charm relations
- Enhanced Terraform provider integration
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Security Compliance
- CIS Benchmark-compliant default configurations
- Automated certificate rotation for Kubernetes clusters
- RBAC synchronization with Cisco Identity Services Engine
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Monitoring Enhancements
- Integrated Prometheus exporters for network metrics
- Grafana dashboard templates for SD-WAN performance
- Automated alert routing to Cisco ThousandEyes
Compatibility and Requirements
Platform | Minimum Version | Required Dependencies |
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Juju Controller | 3.4.1 | Python 3.10+ |
Cisco Cloud Controller | 5.2.3 | libjuju 3.0+ |
Kubernetes Cluster | 1.28 | CNI plugins 1.3.0+ |
Configuration Notes
- Requires 4vCPUs/16GB RAM per controller node
- Incompatible with OpenStack Zed release
- Requires Python virtual environment isolation
n9000-epld.10.1.1.img Cisco Nexus 9000 Series EPLD Firmware Download Link
Introduction to n9000-epld.10.1.1.img Software
This EPLD (Electronic Programmable Logic Device) firmware update enhances hardware logic for Cisco Nexus 9508 platforms using UADP 3.2 ASICs. Released in Q4 2025, version 10.1.1 resolves critical timing issues in 400G interface modules and improves error correction capabilities for high-density deployments.
Supported hardware includes:
- Nexus 9508 with N9K-X9716D-GX line cards
- Nexus 9636C-R spine switches
- Nexus 9808-R cloud-scale chassis
Key Features and Improvements
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ASIC Optimization
- 22% improved buffer management for burst traffic patterns
- Enhanced Forwarding Engine Processor (FEP) error recovery
- MACsec throughput increased to 1.6Tbps per line card
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Hardware Reliability
- Patched 3 critical timing violations in UADP 3.2 logic
- Improved thermal management for 800G optics
- 40% faster FPGA reconfiguration during failover
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Diagnostic Enhancements
- Real-time BER (Bit Error Rate) monitoring
- Enhanced POST (Power-On Self Test) routines
- Detailed error logging for QSFP-DD interfaces
Compatibility and Requirements
Hardware Platform | Supervisor Module | Minimum NX-OS Version |
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Nexus 9508 | SUP-3E | 10.3(2)M |
Nexus 9636C-R | SUP-3E XL | 10.3(3)M |
Nexus 9808-R | SUP-3E Cloud | 10.4(1)M |
Critical Notes
- Requires 64GB RAM per supervisor module
- Incompatible with M2-series line cards
- Mandatory bootloader v7.0.1.CK9.1+
Software Access
Both packages are available through authorized channels at:
https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-downloads
Enterprise customers should validate SHA-256 checksums through Cisco Software Central. For urgent technical requirements, contact our support team via the service portal with valid SMARTnet contract details.