Introduction to n5000_poap_script.7.3.5.N1.1.py
This Python-based Power-On Auto Provisioning (POAP) script enables automated firmware deployment for Cisco Nexus 5010/5020/5548UP platforms running NX-OS 7.3(5)N1(1). Designed for large-scale data center upgrades, it implements zero-touch provisioning workflows with enhanced security validations for FCoE NPV configurations.
Released under Cisco’s Extended Maintenance program in Q3 2025, the script resolves critical vulnerabilities identified in Security Advisory cisco-sa-202509-poap while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy 7.3(x)N1 deployments. The package supports dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 DHCP discovery and automated FPGA version validation.
Key Features and Improvements
Automation Enhancements
- RFC 8357 compliant DHCPv6 client implementation
- USB 3.2 mass storage fallback after network provisioning failures
- Automatic EEPROM checksum validation during boot sequence
Security Framework
- SHA-384 firmware signature verification chain
- TLS 1.3 encrypted configuration file transfers
- Hardware TPM 2.0 measurement logging integration
Protocol Optimization
- 40% faster VPC+ consistency checks
- Enhanced IGMP snooping query interval adjustments
- STP bridge priority auto-scaling algorithms
Platform Stability
- 30% reduction in provisioning time compared to 7.3(2)N1 scripts
- Jumbo frame support (9216 bytes) for high-density environments
- PCIe Gen3 link training diagnostics
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Hardware | Minimum NX-OS Version | Bootflash Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus 5010 | 7.2(3)N1(1) | 512MB |
| Nexus 5020 | 7.3(0)N1(2) | 768MB |
| Nexus 5548UP | 7.3(5)N1(0) | 1GB |
Critical Notes
- Requires companion firmware n5000-uk9.7.3.5.N1.1.bin
- Incompatible with FEX 2348UPQ modules
- Third-party QSFP+ optics require firmware v3.2+
n5000_poap_script.7.1.5.N1.1.py Cisco Nexus 5000 Series POAP Automation Script for NX-OS 7.1(5)N1(1) Download Link
Introduction to n5000_poap_script.7.1.5.N1.1.py
This legacy POAP script provides automated deployment capabilities for Nexus 5000 Series switches running NX-OS 7.1(5)N1(1), specifically designed for environments requiring L2 protocol stability. The release addresses 12 security vulnerabilities from Cisco Security Bulletin cisco-sa-202409-nexus while maintaining compatibility with VDC configurations.
Officially released in Q4 2024, the package includes critical updates for SNMPv3 engine ID randomization and control plane policing (CoPP) template optimizations. It supports automated recovery through USB 2.0 media with improved EEPROM validation tools.
Key Features and Improvements
Core Functionality
- DHCPv4 client implementation with TFTP fallback
- Basic FPGA version validation checks
- STP bridge priority auto-calibration
Security Updates
- OpenSSL 1.1.1t vulnerability remediation
- SNMPv3 message processing engine hardening
- SHA-256 firmware verification
Platform Optimization
- 25% reduction in memory footprint
- XML API response time improvements
- Enhanced power supply load-balancing
Compatibility Matrix
| Supported Chassis | Minimum HW Revision | Memory Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus 5010 | V05 | 4GB DRAM |
| Nexus 5020 | V07 | 8GB DRAM |
| Nexus 5548UP | V03 | 16GB DRAM |
Deployment Requirements
- Requires NX-OS 7.0(4) as baseline
- Incompatible with StackWise Virtual configurations
- DNA Center integration requires 2.1.3+
Verified Software Access
Authorized users can obtain both versions through IOSHub after validating Cisco service contracts. The platform provides:
- SHA-512 verified image integrity (Hash: D9A2…C4F1)
- Multi-protocol download acceleration (HTTPS/SCP)
- Pre-deployment compatibility check tools
Network administrators should review Cisco Nexus 5000 Series Upgrade Guide before initiating automated deployments.
