Describes the significant changes and new features introduced in this guide for the current release. It provides context on updated support for mixed mode clustering and enhanced security measures for virtual APICs.
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What's changed in this guide
This chapter describes the significant changes and new features introduced in this guide for the current release. It provides context on updated support for mixed mode clustering and enhanced security measures for virtual APICs.
Install or Recover Cisco APIC Images
Describes the technical procedures and guidelines for installing, recovering, and upgrading Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) software, as well as maintaining the underlying CIMC firmware and performing fabric initialization.
ACI Firmware Upgrade Overview
Outlines the firmware management process for Application Centric Infrastructure fabrics, including upgrade workflows, guidelines for different scenarios, and scheduling considerations.
ACI Upgrade or Downgrade Architecture
Outlines the architecture and processes for upgrading and downgrading Application Policy Infrastructure Controller and switch components, including guidelines and limitations for version transitions.
Operations Allowed During Mixed Versions on Cisco ACI Switches
This chapter outlines the operations permitted and restrictions that apply when running different software versions across Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure switches in mixed-version environments.
Pre-Upgrade/Downgrade Checklists
This chapter provides comprehensive checklists and validation procedures to ensure successful fabric upgrades and downgrades while identifying potential configuration issues that could cause failures.
Upgrade or Downgrade with APIC Releases Prior to 4.x Using the GUI
Guides users through the process of downloading images and upgrading Cisco APIC and switch software from pre-4.x releases using the graphical user interface.
Upgrade or Downgrade with APIC Releases 4.x or 5.0 Using the GUI
Guides users through downloading firmware images and upgrading APIC software and leaf/spine switch versions using the graphical user interface for releases 4.x and 5.0.
Upgrade or Downgrade with APIC Release 5.1 or Later Using the GUI
Guides administrators through the process of upgrading Cisco APIC software and associated leaf and spine switches using the graphical user interface for release 5.1 and later versions.
Upgrade or downgrade with APIC release 6.2 or later using the GUI
Guides users through the graphical interface upgrade process for APIC Release 6.2 or later, covering dashboard access, image downloads, and upgrading both APIC controllers and network switches.
Upgrade or Downgrade the Software Using the REST API
Outlines the procedures for upgrading and downgrading Cisco APIC and switch software using REST API calls. It details the end-to-end process, including image repository management, firmware policy configuration, pre-validation checks, and status monitoring.
Upgrade or Downgrade the Software Using the CLI
Provides instructions for managing Cisco ACI software upgrades and downgrades using the NX-OS style command-line interface. It details essential procedures such as image repository management, switch group configuration, and the application of maintenance policies.
Troubleshoot Failures During the Upgrade and Downgrade Process
Guides administrators through diagnosing and resolving common issues that occur during system upgrade and downgrade procedures, including cluster convergence verification and log analysis.
Auto Firmware Update on Discovery
Outlines the automated firmware update processes that occur when Application Policy Infrastructure Controller and switch devices are discovered and added to the network infrastructure.
Manage FPGA/EPLD/BIOS Firmware
Outlines automatic upgrade processes for FPGA, EPLD, and BIOS firmware components and provides essential guidelines and restrictions for managing these critical system firmware elements.
Silent Roll Package Upgrade
Guides you through performing silent roll upgrades and downgrades using the Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller through multiple interfaces including GUI, CLI, and REST API methods.
Software Maintenance Upgrade Patches
Guides users through installing and uninstalling software maintenance upgrade patches on Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller and ACI-Mode switches using both GUI and REST API methods.
Upgrade the Switch Hardware
Guides the process of migrating network nodes from first-generation to second-generation switches, covering procedures for spine switches, leaf switches, and virtual port channel configurations.