Introduction to tripleo-ciscoaci-16.1-1296.noarch.rpm
This RPM package provides the Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) integration driver for OpenStack Train release (16.1), enabling automated policy enforcement between OpenStack Neutron networks and Cisco APIC controllers. Designed for cloud operators managing hybrid infrastructure, version 16.1-1296 introduces enhanced compatibility with Kubernetes Container Network Interface (CNI) plugins and improves VXLAN-to-VLAN mapping efficiency in multi-tenant environments.
Key Integration Features
Network Automation
- Automatic creation of EPG/BD/VRF objects in APIC from Neutron networks
- 40% faster synchronization of security group rules to contract configurations
Multi-Cloud Support
- Simultaneous management of 3+ APIC domains through ML2 mechanism driver
- BGP EVPN routing integration with Nexus 9000 spine switches
Security Enhancements
- TLS 1.3 encryption for APIC-REST API communications
- Role-based access control alignment with OpenStack Keystone
Compatibility Matrix
| Platform | Minimum Version |
|---|---|
| Cisco APIC | 4.2(3q) |
| OpenStack | Train (16.1) |
| Red Hat OSP | 16.1.4 |
| Kubernetes | 1.21+ |
⚠️ Requires Python 3.6+ and does not support legacy neutron-lbaas components.
nxosv-final.9.2.1.ova Cisco Nexus 9000v Virtual Switch for Data Center Network Simulation Download Link
Virtual Switch Platform Overview
This Open Virtual Appliance (OVA) implements Cisco Nexus 9000v virtual switches running NX-OS Release 9.2(1), designed for testing VXLAN bridging configurations and ACI policy sets in lab environments. The 9.2.1 build introduces support for VMware ESXi 6.7 U3 and resolves memory allocation issues in spine-leaf topology simulations.
Performance Benchmarks
- 48 Gbps throughput at 18% CPU utilization
- 64-byte packet forwarding at 9 Mpps
- Cold boot time reduced to 110 seconds (from 150s in 9.1.x)
Virtualization Requirements
| Component | Minimum Spec |
|---|---|
| vCPU Cores | 4 (2.4 GHz+) |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Storage | 120GB HDD |
| Hypervisor | ESXi 6.5+ |
⚠️ Incompatible with Hyper-V 2019 due to PCI passthrough limitations.
Secure Software Access
Both integration packages are available through Cisco’s authorized partner program. Verified network professionals may request download access via:
https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-aci-openstack
For enterprise support or customized deployment scenarios, submit technical validation through the portal’s service request system. All downloads include SHA-384 checksums for integrity verification.
