Introducing the cloud-native IOS XE on the Meraki dashboard! With this release, we are beginning an exciting transition from a container-based architecture to one based on native IOS XE with support for Meraki cloud management.
This drastically simpler architecture unlocks many benefits for your cloud-managed Cisco Catalyst switches, including the C9300-M, C9300L-M, C9300X-M, and MS390 families. Some benefits include faster boot and initialization performance, especially for stacks and the start of a new generation of capabilities we will deliver with faster speed. It also introduces the ability to perform CLI show commands directly from Dashboard!
With this first beta release, your switch(es) will seamlessly upgrade and transition from CS firmware to cloud-native IOS XE 17.15, managed by Meraki Cloud.
Please note, CS16 or CS17 are prerequisites before initiating this upgrade for cloud-managed Catalyst Switches. Additionally, review the release notes on the dashboard linked to the firmware as shown in the image below for information on known issues and supported models.
⚠️ Attempting to migrate unsupported models, such as C9200CX 🚫 may result in an unusable switch. Please review the list of supported models before proceeding with the upgrade. ⚠️
New feature highlights
- Introducing cloud-native IOS-XE
- Improved boot time for your Cisco Catalyst cloud-managed switches, especially for stacks.
- CLI access through the dashboard to run show commands for troubleshooting.
- Intelligent Capture
- Support for C9200L hardware platforms.
- Please see this documentation on the migration process and supported models.
- Enhanced logging capabilities with native Catalyst logging support.
- For more information about this release, please consult our cloud-native IOS XE documentation landing page, which includes access to FAQs, an overview, and steps for upgrade and migration.
Upgrade Today!
We encourage you to upgrade and be the first to experience this release. While we have tested it extensively in-house, we understand that there may be unforeseen issues that arise. If you do encounter any issues, please get in touch with support so we can address them as soon as possible.
Head on over to the firmware management page to schedule your upgrades now. Check out the article in Documentation for step-by-step instructions.
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