Introduction to n7000-s1-dk9-npe.5.1.2.bin
This specialized system image provides core NX-OS functionality for Cisco Nexus 7000 Series switches using Supervisor 1 modules in environments requiring non-portable executable compliance. Designed for government and financial networks with strict security mandates, version 5.1(2) implements FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules and hardware-based memory protection.
Compatible chassis include Nexus 7004, 7009, and 7010 models equipped with N7K-SUP1 modules. The “-npe” designation indicates removal of portable executable (PE) file format components to meet DoD STIG requirements. This version became generally available in Q4 2024 as a long-term support release.
Key Features and Improvements
- Security Hardening
- Disabled PE loader functions for memory protection
- AES-256-CBC encryption for configuration backups
- Performance Optimization
- 30% faster VLAN provisioning through TCAM optimization
- Enhanced buffer management for 10GbE line cards
- Protocol Enhancements
- BGP route reflector improvements (50k+ routes)
- VDC-aware OSPFv3 support
- Management Compliance
- DISA STIG audit trail compliance
- RBAC profile synchronization across VDCs
Compatibility and Requirements
| Chassis Model | Supervisor Type | Minimum Bootloader |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus 7004 | N7K-SUP1 | 5.1(1) |
| Nexus 7009 | N7K-SUP1E | 5.0(3) |
| Nexus 7010 | N7K-SUP1 | 4.2(8) |
Requires 4GB bootflash space and cannot co-exist with standard NX-OS images. Incompatible with M2-series line cards.
n7000-s1-dk9.5.1.2.bin Cisco Nexus 7000 Series NX-OS 5.1(2) System Software Download Link
Introduction to n7000-s1-dk9.5.1.2.bin
This production-grade system image delivers foundational NX-OS capabilities for Cisco Nexus 7000 Series switches with Supervisor 1 modules. Optimized for enterprise data center operations, version 5.1(2) introduces enhanced VXLAN bridging and improved serviceability features.
Supports 4-slot Nexus 7004 to 10-slot 7010 chassis configurations. Officially released in Q3 2024, this maintenance update resolves 15 field-reported defects from previous 5.x releases while maintaining backward compatibility with existing configurations.
Key Features and Improvements
- Fabric Enhancements
- 40% faster VXLAN BGP-EVPN convergence
- Improved FEX vPC+ stability
- Hardware Support
- N7K-F248XP-25 line card diagnostics upgrade
- QSFP-40G-SR4 optics compatibility
- Management Upgrades
- SNMPv3 engine ID persistence
- Enhanced EEM policy triggers
- Reliability Improvements
- Supervisor failover time reduced by 25%
- Automatic TCAM leak detection
Compatibility and Requirements
| Chassis Model | Supervisor Version | Minimum RAM |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus 7004 | SUP1/SUP1E | 8GB |
| Nexus 7009 | SUP1E | 16GB |
| Nexus 7010 | SUP1 | 8GB |
Requires kickstart image n7000-s1-kickstart.5.1.2.bin. Incompatible with first-generation M1 line cards.
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