Cisco Catalyst Center Global Manager Deployment Guide, Release 1.3.1

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Updated: February 6, 2026

Overview

This guide provides instructions for deploying, configuring, and managing Catalyst Center Global Manager, a platform designed to oversee multiple Catalyst Centers from a unified interface.

Catalyst Center Global Manager Overview

Introduces Cisco Catalyst Center Global Manager, explaining its purpose as a single pane of glass for managing multiple Catalyst Centers, detailing its key features, supported versions, and target audience.

Deployment Requirements

Outlines the essential prerequisites for deploying Catalyst Center Global Manager, covering firewall configurations, connectivity needs, infrastructure specifications, and supported client systems.

Prepare for Deployment

Guides users through the preparatory steps before deploying Catalyst Center Global Manager, including VMware installation, OVA download, interface reservation, certificate import, and server configurations.

Deploy Catalyst Center Global Manager

Details the various methods for deploying Catalyst Center Global Manager as a virtual machine on VMware ESXi, including using the OVF Template wizard and configuring the virtual appliance via command-line or web-based wizards.

Get Started

Introduces the initial setup process for Catalyst Center Global Manager, guiding users through essential configuration steps to begin managing and automating their network infrastructure effectively.

Upgrade to Catalyst Center Global Manager 1.3.1

Provides instructions and prerequisites for upgrading Cisco Catalyst Center Global Manager, emphasizing system updates, firewall configurations, and backup procedures.