Introduction to “n6000_poap_script.7.3.1.N1.1.tcl” Software
n6000_poap_script.7.3.1.N1.1.tcl is a PowerOn Auto Provisioning (POAP) automation script designed for Cisco Nexus 6000 Series switches running NX-OS Release 7.3(1)N1(1). This script streamlines zero-touch deployment in large-scale data center environments by automating software image downloads, license activation, and configuration file retrieval via DHCP/TFTP protocols.
Compatible with Nexus 6001, 6004, and 6004Q chassis configurations, the script supports IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack environments and integrates with Cisco DNA Center for centralized orchestration. The 7.3.1.N1.1 revision addresses 12 critical defect reports from Cisco TAC cases related to DHCP option handling and firmware validation workflows.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Enhanced Deployment Reliability
- Fixed DHCP option 67 parsing errors in multi-vendor network environments
- Added SHA-512 checksum verification for image file integrity validation
- Improved retry logic for TFTP transfers during network congestion
2. Security Enhancements
- TLS 1.3 support for encrypted communication with Cisco Software Repository Manager (CSRM)
- HMAC-based authentication for configuration file downloads
- Certificate pinning for trusted CA validation
3. Protocol Optimization
- Dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 support for software repository access
- BGP-LS extensions for topology-aware deployment sequencing
- NETCONF/YANG model alignment with Cisco NX-OS 7.3(1) API standards
4. Hardware Support
- Added validation for Nexus 6004Q-2Q line cards with 100G QSFP28 optics
- Firmware synchronization improvements for N6K-M148GT-12L modules
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Hardware | Minimum Flash | Required ROMMON |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus 6001 | 16GB | 7.2.1r+ |
| Nexus 6004 | 32GB | 7.1.5r+ |
| Nexus 6004Q | 64GB | 7.3.0r+ |
⚠️ Critical Notes:
- Incompatible with N6K-C6004-FX-S line cards running firmware < v3.8.1
- Requires “network-advantage” license for BGP-LS feature activation
- Python 3.9+ runtime required for script execution on management stations
For verified access to n6000_poap_script.7.3.1.N1.1.tcl, visit https://www.ioshub.net. Our platform provides Cisco-signed automation packages with PGP signature verification. Enterprise administrators should review Cisco’s official release notes for 7.3(1)N1(1)-specific caveats, particularly regarding multicast DHCP environments and FIPS 140-3 compliance requirements.
This script has undergone 500+ hours of validation testing across 28 hardware configurations per Cisco’s Q2 2025 quality certification. Technical teams should reference the Cisco Nexus 6000 Series POAP Configuration Guide (Document ID: 7821431) for deployment best practices and workflow diagrams.
