Migrating Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem from Version 8 to 9

Throughout this blog post, I'll refer to the Smart Software Manager On-Prem as CSSM for brevity. Upgrading CSSM from Version 8 to 9 requires a migration process, as the inline upgrade is not supported. Specifically, you'll need to migrate from CSSM On-Prem version 8-202404 to version 9-202406, which runs on AlmaLinux. You'll need to deploy … Continue reading Migrating Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem from Version 8 to 9 →

Upgrading Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem to 8-202404

Cisco recently published a security advisory with a critical CVSS Score of 10.0. You can find the full advisory at this link. Who's Affected? You're likely affected if you haven't upgraded your Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem (CSSM) since June 2022. Cisco SSM On-Prem ReleaseFirst Fixed Release8-202206 and earlier8-2022129Not vulnerable It's better to upgrade to … Continue reading Upgrading Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem to 8-202404 →

Upgrading to Cisco Expressway 14.2.6 and Smart Licensing: A Comprehensive Guide

I recently performed a software upgrade on our Cisco Expressway from version 14.0.x to 14.2.6 (N-1 version). Recent edit on 12 June - Please upgrade to 14.3.0 instead, using the same method. These CVE-2023-20105 + CVE-2023-20192 are fixed in 14.3.0. Pre-Requisites ESXi Requirements -From the X14.2 release, ESXi 7.0 Update 3, ESXi 7.0 Update 3c, … Continue reading Upgrading to Cisco Expressway 14.2.6 and Smart Licensing: A Comprehensive Guide →

Upgrading Cisco Satellite Manager to 8-202303 Utilizing the WinSCP Technique

There is a new version of this post - Upgrading Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem to 8-202404 Cisco recently published an advisory about a vulnerability with a CVSS rating of 6.5. It's not very critical as it can only be exploited by authenticated users – it's still noteworthy.More details can be found here: https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ssm-sql-X9MmjSYhThere is … Continue reading Upgrading Cisco Satellite Manager to 8-202303 Utilizing the WinSCP Technique →

Webex Room Navigator (replacement of touch 10 and more..)

Cisco has introduced the replacement of Touch10 recently and it's being shipped with new Webex room series models. You may be able to buy it separately as well. It comes in 2 versions: Wall Mount Table Stand

Cisco Meeting Server(CMS) migration from one DC to another

I’ve put together this checklist that gives you a quick overview of all the steps you need to do for Cisco Meeting Server (CMS )migration.

Cisco Expressway(VCS) migration from one DC to another

I’ve put together this checklist that gives you a quick overview of all the steps you need to do for Cisco Expressway/VCS migration.

CUCM migration from one DC to another

CUCM is a key component in Cisco collab deployment and the deployment/dependencies can be very different from Org to Org. So changing anything on CUCM needs a lot of prep and checks. Recently we did the CUCM migration from one DC to another. So I've put together this checklist that gives you a quick overview … Continue reading CUCM migration from one DC to another →

Checklist – CUCM Upgrade 11.5 to 12.5.x

This checklist gives you quick overview of all the steps you need to do for CUCM upgrade 11.5.x to 12.5.x. I will list existing resources available on the Internet and add few things from my experience.Before making any changes, please consult with Cisco TAC or do your own research /testing in lab environment. Please dont … Continue reading Checklist – CUCM Upgrade 11.5 to 12.5.x →

Cisco B2B Call tester for Video call testing

When you troubleshoot or suspect the call issue from VC to internet, you could you use B2B Call tester from Cisco. It gives you option to dial in or dial out to your endpoint. When connected, it shows your call stats as well.B2B = Business to Business = Federation = one Company to another Company.Videoconference … Continue reading Cisco B2B Call tester for Video call testing →