Introduction to oac.7.3.7.N1.1a.ova Software
The oac.7.3.7.N1.1a.ova virtual appliance package delivers Cisco’s Operations Analytics Center (OAC) for Nexus 9000 series switches running NX-OS Release 7.3(7)N1(1a). This preconfigured virtual machine template enables advanced network telemetry collection and predictive analysis capabilities in data center environments.
Compatible with VMware ESXi 6.7 Update 3 or later, this release focuses on enhancing security posture while maintaining backward compatibility with existing Nexus 5600/5500 platform configurations. The software package includes optimized resource profiles for monitoring up to 500 managed devices simultaneously.
Key Features and Improvements
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Security Hardening
- TLS 1.3 protocol enforcement for all external API communications
- RBAC granularity expansion with 12 new predefined administrator roles
- CVE-2024-20399 mitigation through CLI input validation enhancements
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Analytics Engine Upgrades
- Flow Telemetry Event (FTE) processing capacity increased by 40%
- Support for 25+ new network KPI metrics including microburst detection
- Integration with Cisco Nexus Dashboard 3.2.1 telemetry standards
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Platform Optimization
- Memory footprint reduction through dynamic process allocation
- Automated health checks for vSphere resource utilization
- Cross-vCenter vMotion compatibility without service interruption
Compatibility and Requirements
| Category | Supported Specifications |
|---|---|
| Virtualization Platform | VMware ESXi 6.7 U3+ (vCenter 7.0+) |
| NX-OS Versions | 7.3(7)N1(1a) through 10.2(5) |
| Minimum Resources | 8 vCPU, 32GB RAM, 500GB Storage |
| Network Interfaces | 2x 10Gbps vNIC (VMXNET3) |
Configuration Constraints
- Requires dedicated management port with static IP assignment
- Incompatible with Hyper-V and KVM hypervisors
- Limited to 50 concurrent API sessions in default configuration
Verified Software Acquisition
For secure access to oac.7.3.7.N1.1a.ova, visit https://www.ioshub.net to obtain Cisco-authenticated packages. Our platform provides:
- Cryptographic hash verification (SHA256/SHA512)
- Cisco End User License Agreement (EULA) documentation
- Compatibility matrix cross-referenced with Cisco Security Advisories
Network administrators should review Cisco Security Bulletin cisco-sa-nexus-oac-7kGqYH prior to deployment. The virtual appliance includes built-in health validation tools that automatically check host system compliance with minimum requirements.
