Prerequisites for DCNM Open Virtual Appliance
Before you install the Cisco DCNM Open Virtual Appliance, you will need to meet following software and database requirements:
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VMware vCenter Server that is running on a Windows server (or alternatively, running as a virtual appliance).
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VMware ESXi host imported into vCenter.
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Three port groups on the ESXi host─DCNM Management Network, Enhanced Fabric Management Network, and InBand interface for EPL and Telemetry features.
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Determine the number of switches in your Cisco Programmable Fabric that will be managed by the Cisco DCNM Open Virtual Appliance.
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Ensure that no anti-virus software (such as McAfee) is running on the host where the VMware vCenter web client is launched for the DCNM OVA installation. If the anti-virus software is running, the DCNM installation might fail.
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The DCNM Open Virtual Appliance is compatible to be deployed in ESXi host as well. For deploying in the ESXi host, VMware vSphere Client application is mandatory.
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For more information about the CPU and memory requirements, see the Server Resource Requirements section of the Cisco DCNM Release Notes, Release . |