Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches Release Notes: Cisco IOS XE Cupertino 17.9.x

Introduction

This document provides release notes for Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches running Cisco IOS XE Cupertino 17.9.x. These entry-level enterprise-class access switches extend intent-based networking capabilities to mid-market and branch deployments, offering security, mobility, cloud, and IoT support. They are built on a foundation of security, resiliency, and programmability.

Key aspects covered include supported hardware models, network modules, optics modules, and system requirements.

What's New

The release notes detail new features and behavior changes across specific Cisco IOS XE Cupertino versions:

Cisco IOS XE Cupertino 17.9.3: Includes software features like LISP VXLAN Fabric and hardware/software behavior changes such as modified inlet temperature thresholds for specific models.
Cisco IOS XE Cupertino 17.9.2: No new hardware or software features or behavior changes noted in this version.
Cisco IOS XE Cupertino 17.9.1: Introduces new hardware models (C9200CX series) and software features like DHCP Snooping with Egress SPAN, enhanced programmability (YANG Data Models, Pubd Restartability), and Smart Licensing Using Policy updates.

Important Notes and Limitations

This section outlines important considerations, including unsupported features (e.g., AVB, BGP EVPN VXLAN, Cisco StackWise Virtual, MPLS), hardware limitations (e.g., management port configuration, network module recognition), QoS restrictions, SSH version requirements, and limitations related to Smart Licensing Using Policy and stacking.

Software Upgrade and Downgrade Procedures

Detailed step-by-step instructions are provided for upgrading and downgrading the switch software using install mode. This includes commands for cleaning up old files, copying new images, setting boot variables, installing, activating, committing changes, and verifying the installation.

Caveats

Information on known issues (caveats) is available, categorized into open caveats for 17.9.x and resolved caveats for specific versions (17.9.3, 17.9.2, 17.9.1). The Cisco Bug Search Tool (BST) is recommended for detailed bug information.

Additional Information

Resources for troubleshooting, related documentation (including links to Cisco IOS XE and Catalyst 9200 Series documentation), and information on Cisco services and support are provided.

	Cisco Catalyst 9200 C9200-24P-E PoE+ Switch Datasheet Datasheet for the Cisco Catalyst 9200 C9200-24P-E 24-port PoE+ Switch with Network Essentials software. Features include high port density, modular uplinks, advanced security, and Cisco DNA Center integration.
	Cisco Catalyst 9200 Switch Datasheet A comprehensive datasheet detailing the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches, covering features, specifications, platform details, accessories, licensing, and ordering information for enterprise network deployments.
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	Cisco Catalyst 9200CX Architecture: Compact Enterprise Access Switches An architectural overview of the Cisco Catalyst 9200CX series compact enterprise access switches, detailing their design, components, capabilities, and deployment use cases for modern campus networks.
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Release Notes for Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches

Cisco IOS XE Cupertino 17.9.x