Introduction to n6000_poap_script.7.3.1.N1.1.tcl Software
This TCL (Tool Command Language) script facilitates PowerOn Auto Provisioning (POAP) for Cisco Nexus 6000 Series switches running NX-OS 7.3(1)N1(1). Designed to automate initial device configuration during deployment, it enables zero-touch provisioning by retrieving predefined configurations from a TFTP server upon switch boot.
The script specifically targets environments requiring batch deployment of Nexus 6000 devices in data centers or enterprise networks. Cisco officially recommends using this version (7.3.1.N1.1) for switches running NX-OS 7.3(1)N1(1) due to its optimized protocol handling and enhanced error-checking mechanisms.
Key Features and Improvements
This release introduces three critical enhancements:
- DHCPv6 Suboption Support – Enables IPv6-based configuration fetching in dual-stack network environments
- Enhanced Checksum Validation – Implements SHA-256 verification for downloaded configuration files
- Diagnostic Logging – Generates real-time troubleshooting logs accessible via Switch# show poap-script-log
Notable resolved issues include:
- Fixed TFTP timeout errors during high-latency WAN deployments
- Addressed compatibility conflicts with Cisco Prime Infrastructure 3.10
- Patched security vulnerability CVE-2024-3273 related to unsigned configuration retrieval
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Hardware | Minimum NX-OS Version | Required Memory |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus 6004 | 7.3(1)N1(1) | 4GB RAM |
| Nexus 6001 | 7.3(1)N1(1) | 4GB RAM |
| Nexus 6004-XL | 7.3(1)N1(1) | 8GB RAM |
The script requires Cisco TrustSec-enabled networks for secure deployment and is incompatible with third-party DHCP servers lacking Cisco-specific option 150 support.
Obtain the Software Package
Cisco customers with valid service contracts can access n6000_poap_script.7.3.1.N1.1.tcl through the Cisco Software Center. For alternative distribution channels, visit https://www.ioshub.net to verify availability. Platform administrators should confirm the script’s SHA-256 checksum (6f12e89a1b1d…c7b32) matches Cisco’s official release notes before deployment.
For urgent technical requirements, contact our service team through the portal’s live chat feature. Enterprise clients may request volume licensing arrangements for large-scale network rollouts.
