Outlines the capabilities, benefits, and requirements of using remote servers to support Zero Touch Provisioning software upgrades, and guides users through device preparation, upgrade configuration, and monitoring processes with Cisco vManage.
Feature history for remote server support for ZTP software upgrade
Provides a summary of the feature history for remote server support in ZTP software upgrade, including release information and a description of the feature's capabilities.
Remote server support for ZTP upgrades
Explains how remote server support for ZTP upgrades enables onboarding and upgrading multiple Cisco IOS XE Catalyst SD-WAN devices using software images hosted on a remote server, improving deployment flexibility and reducing load on Cisco SD-WAN Manager.
Benefits of remote server support for ZTP upgrades
Explains how remote server support for ZTP upgrades enables device software upgrades without relying on the vManage software repository, supports multiple image formats, and reduces performance demands on vManage.
List supported devices for remote server support for ZTP upgrade
Lists the supported devices for remote server support during ZTP upgrade, including device models and release information. Provides a reference for compatibility and deployment planning.
Prerequisites for remote server support for ZTP upgrade
Outlines the essential prerequisites for enabling remote server support during Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) upgrades. Consider these requirements to ensure devices can access software images and reach necessary controllers for successful upgrades.
Restrictions for remote server support for ZTP upgrade
Outlines key restrictions and recommendations for remote server support during ZTP upgrades. Consider these limitations to ensure successful upgrade operations and avoid unexpected interruptions or compatibility issues.
Enable Enforce Software Version (ZTP)
Configures the Enforce Software Version (ZTP) setting to ensure that devices use the correct software version during zero-touch provisioning.
Upload a device list
Configure a device list upload in vManage to prepare devices for upgrade. This process enables you to import multiple devices efficiently using a CSV file and validate the list before sending it to controllers.
Configure and upgrade a device using Cisco SD-WAN Manager
Configure devices in the overlay network and upgrade them using Cisco SD-WAN Manager. This process ensures that device templates are created, attached, and updated for successful software upgrades.
Monitor the ZTP software install
Verify the status of Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) software installation tasks in Cisco SD-WAN Manager by using the task list icon. Configure monitoring to ensure successful software upgrades.