Converting to ACI Boot Mode
You can convert any Cisco Nexus 9000 Series switch from Cisco NX-OS to ACI boot mode.
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You cannot convert a Cisco Nexus 3164Q or 31128PQ switch to ACI boot mode. |
Before you begin
Verify whether your switch hardware is supported in ACI boot mode by checking the "Supported Hardware" section of the Release Notes for Cisco Nexus 9000 Series ACI-Mode Switches. For example, line cards are not compatible between Cisco NX-OS and ACI boot mode.
Remove or turn off any unsupported modules (using the poweroff module module command). Otherwise, the software uses a recovery/retry mechanism before powering down the unsupported modules, which can cause delays in the conversion process.
For dual-supervisor systems, use the show module command to make sure that the standby supervisor module is in the ha-standby state.
Verify that the Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) is running Release 1.0(2j) or a later release.
Make sure that the ACI image is 11.0(2x) or a later release.
Use the show install all impact epld epld-image-name command to verify that the switch does not require any EPLD image upgrades. If any upgrades are required, follow the instructions in the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series FPGA/EPLD Upgrade Release Notes.
Procedure
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Verify that the switch is running the latest release. Example:
Cisco NX-OS filenames begin with "nxos". |
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Follow these steps to copy the ACI image from the APIC: |
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Step 3 |
Follow these steps to boot to the ACI image: |
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Verify whether you must install certificates for your device. Example:
Look for PRINTABLESTRING in the command output. If "Cisco Manufacturing CA" is listed, the correct certificates are installed. If something else is listed, contact TAC to generate and install the correct certificates for your device.
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What to do next
See the ACI and APIC documentation to configure and operate your switch in ACI mode: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/cloud-systems-management/application-policy-infrastructure-controller-apic/tsd-products-support-series-home.html.