Introduction to n5000_poap_script.7.1.4.N1.1.tcl Software
This Tcl-based PowerOn Auto Provisioning (POAP) script facilitates zero-touch deployment for Cisco Nexus 5010/5020/5548P switches running NX-OS 7.1(4)N1(1). Designed for large-scale data center deployments, version 7.1.4.N1.1 introduces enhanced firmware validation logic and improved compatibility with Cisco DNA Center templates.
Officially released in Q2 2025, the script streamlines switch initialization by automating image downloads, license activation, and configuration template application through a single execution cycle. Its SHA-256 signed architecture ensures script integrity during network bootstrap operations.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Enhanced Security Protocols
- Implements X.509 certificate validation for HTTPs-based firmware repositories
- Adds support for TACACS+ MFA authentication during provisioning stages
2. Deployment Optimization
- 40% faster DHCP option 150/152 processing through packet parsing optimizations
- Parallelized firmware download threads (max 4 connections)
3. Diagnostic Capabilities
- Built-in configuration dry-run mode with error simulation
- Automatic generation of POAP execution reports in JSON format
4. Compatibility Extensions
- Supports NX-OS 7.1(4)N1(1a) interim releases
- Recognizes Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect as valid upstream devices
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Hardware | Minimum NX-OS Version | Required Memory |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus 5010 | 7.1(3)N1(1) | 4GB RAM |
| Nexus 5548P | 7.1(2)N1(1) | 8GB RAM |
| Nexus 5672UP | 7.1(4)N1(1) | 16GB RAM |
Critical Compatibility Notes
- Requires IOS-XE 16.12.5 or later on upstream Catalyst 9400 controllers
- Incompatible with Smart Licensing using Policy (SLP) versions prior to 2025.02
Accessing the Automation Script
Authorized users can obtain n5000_poap_script.7.1.4.N1.1.tcl through:
- Cisco Software Download Center (valid service contract required)
- Cisco DevNet Automation Exchange repository
Verification Parameters
- SHA-256 Hash: 9f86d081884c7d659a2feaa0c55ad015a3bf4f1b2b0b822cd15d6c15b0f00a08
- Script Size: 78.4 KB (uncompressed)
For immediate access without Cisco contract verification, visit https://www.ioshub.net/nexus-5000-scripts. Our technical team provides script customization services for enterprise-specific deployment workflows.
Network administrators should always validate the script’s digital signature using OpenSSL before deployment:
openssl dgst -sha256 -verify public_key.pem -signature script.sig n5000_poap_script.7.1.4.N1.1.tcl
