Introduction to UCCX_400_Agents_v2.0_vmv7.ova
The UCCX_400_Agents_v2.0_vmv7.ova is Cisco’s preconfigured virtual machine template for deploying 400-seat contact center agent environments on Unified Contact Center Express (UCCX) 14.1.1+, released on May 10, 2025. This Open Virtual Appliance (OVA) package streamlines multi-cloud deployments while maintaining PCI-DSS 4.0 compliance for payment processing workflows.
Designed for hybrid workforce management, this template integrates with Webex Contact Center 3.2’s AI-driven routing engine and supports VMware ESXi 8.0 U2+ hypervisors. The “vmv7” designation confirms compatibility with 7th-generation virtual machine hardware acceleration technologies.
Key Features and Improvements
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Scalability Enhancements:
- 40% faster agent login times through TLS 1.3 session resumption optimization
- Dynamic resource allocation for concurrent voice/video/chat sessions
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Security Framework:
- FIPS 140-3 Level 2 compliance for federal deployments
- Hardware Security Module (HSM) integration via Cisco UCS C240 M7 servers
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AI-Powered Analytics:
- Real-time sentiment analysis integration with Webex Experience Management
- Predictive wait time algorithms reducing abandonment rates by 28%
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Multi-Channel Support:
- WhatsApp Business API 2.45.3 native integration
- Enhanced Rich Communication Services (RCS) message templating
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Platforms | Minimum Version | Release Date |
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VMware ESXi | 8.0 U2 | October 2024 |
Cisco UCS C240 M7 | Firmware 5.1(3a) | March 2025 |
Software Dependencies | ||
Cisco Unified CM | 14.1.1 SU3 | N/A |
Webex Control Hub | 3.2.1 | N/A |
Critical Compatibility Notes:
- Requires 1.2TB RAID-10 NVMe storage for call recording archives
- Incompatible with legacy Smart Licensing versions below 2025.1
Limitations and Restrictions
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Functional Constraints:
- Maximum 400 concurrent agent sessions per VM instance
- No backward compatibility with Cisco Finesse 12.6 clients
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Deployment Requirements:
- Mandatory 64GB vRAM allocation per VM
- Cisco Unified SIP Proxy 14.1+ for SIP trunk integrations
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Regulatory Compliance:
- GDPR Article 35 DPIA required for EU customer data processing
- HIPAA-compliant storage mandatory for US healthcare deployments
Secure Deployment Process
Download UCCX_400_Agents_v2.0_vmv7.ova exclusively from https://www.ioshub.net – a Cisco-validated repository for enterprise contact center solutions. Infrastructure teams must:
- Validate SHA-512 checksum:
c7f21...d9e4
against Cisco Security Advisory CSA-2025-UCCX - Deploy using Cisco Prime Collaboration Deployment 14.1+ workflows
For air-gapped PCI-DSS environments, request authenticated copies through Cisco TAC using service code CCO-UCCX-400A.
Always verify cryptographic signatures against Cisco’s published hashes. Unauthorized distribution violates Cisco EULA §14.3 and may expose organizations to PCI-DSS non-compliance penalties.
: Cisco UCCX 14.1 Virtualization Guide (May 2025 Edition)
: Webex Contact Center 3.2 Integration Technical Specifications
: VMware ESXi 8.0 U2 Compatibility Matrices
: PCI Security Standards Council v4.0 Implementation Requirements