| Product Type | Virtual Network Edge Software |
| Deployment Model | Per Server |
| Form Factor | Virtual Appliance |
| Primary Use Case | Expansion of Cisco ACI into virtualized environments |
| Platform Compatibility | VMware ESXi, KVM (supported hypervisors may vary) |
| Software Edition | vPod Virtual Edge |
| High Availability | Yes, via ACI fabric redundancy |
| Licensing Model | Per Server |
| Power Requirements | Depends on hosting server |
| Weight | N/A (virtual software) |
CISCO ACI vPod Virtual Edge Software - Per Server
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- TAA compliant for use in sensitive and regulated environments
- Manufactured in the United States for high-assurance deployments
- Deployed per server, allowing adaptable scalability in virtual networks
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- Offers TAA compliance, making it an ideal solution for government and public sector deployments.
- Enables seamless integration of Cisco ACI policy into virtualized environments, improving network agility.
- Manufactured in the U.S., supporting organizations with domestic sourcing requirements.
Product Overview
The CISCO ACI vPod Virtual Pod Virtual Edge Software – Per Server is designed for enterprise data centers looking to expand their Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) into virtualized environments. This software solution plays a critical role in extending ACI policy frameworks to virtual machines and workloads, thus providing seamless integration between physical and virtual network architectures. By deploying this virtual edge solution on a per-server basis, organizations can scale their ACI environment with greater flexibility and maintain consistent operational policies across distributed resources.
Configured to meet TAA compliance requirements, this software is suitable for sensitive government and enterprise applications where regulatory conformity is paramount. Manufactured in the United States, it supports high-assurance deployments in secure infrastructures. Though detailed specifications are limited, the functionality within Cisco’s broader ACI ecosystem suggests usage focused on SDN-overlay integration, application layering, and centralized policy enforcement.
This solution is ideal for IT administrators implementing private clouds, hybrid data centers, or expanding software-defined networks. It enhances return on investment by enabling efficient resource allocation and lowering operational complexity in dynamically changing environments.
Specifications
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Compliance & Origin
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Compliance Standards | TAA, FIPS (host dependent) |
| Certifications | Cisco Certified |
Advanced Security Features
| Policy Enforcement | Microsegmentation via contracts and EPGs |
| Tenant Separation | Logical separation via ACI |
| Traffic Encryption | Tunnel encapsulation via VXLAN |
| Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes, via APIC |
| Security Zones | Yes, enforced via ACI Contracts |
| Compliance Mode Support | FIPS mode supported in secure deployments |
Interfaces
| Virtual Interfaces | Supports multiple vNICs per instance |
| Supported Protocols | VXLAN, BGP EVPN, OSPF, IS-IS, Static Routing |
| Data Plane | Fully integrated with Cisco ACI fabric |
| Control Plane Integration | SVI, L3Out, EPG support |
| Northbound APIs | REST, Cisco APIC REST API |
Physical & Environmental
| Software Package Format | OVA/ISO/QCOW2 (depending on hypervisor) |
| Installation Footprint | Dependent on deployment; typically <1 vCPU, <2 GB RAM |
| Dimensions | Not applicable |
| Operating Temperature | Dependent on hosting hardware |
| Storage Requirements | Minimum 2 GB disk space |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Centralized Management | Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) |
| Policy Control | Centralized ACI Policy Model |
| Supported ACI Features | EPG, contracts, filters, tenant isolation |
| License Type | Right-To-Use (RTU), Perpetual or Subscription depending on purchase |
| Subscription Support | Yes (Smart Licensing required) |
| Cloud Integration | Private cloud (OpenStack, VMware, etc.) |
| Lifecycle Management | Via Cisco APIC lifecycle tools |
