Cat3k-caa-universalk9.spa.03.06.10.e.152-2.e10.bin [top] < High-Quality | Tips >

Cisco software images follow a strict naming convention. This specific file breaks down as follows:

Notes for the Catalyst 4500E Series Switch, Cisco IOS XE 3.6.xE cat3k-caa-universalk9.spa.03.06.10.e.152-2.e10.bin

: This indicates the software type. "Universal" suggests it's a universal image that can be used across various platforms within the series, and "k9" typically denotes that the image supports the full feature set, including cryptographic (encryption) features. Cisco software images follow a strict naming convention

| Missing Feature | Impact | | :--- | :--- | | (RESTCONF/NETCONF/YANG) | No automation beyond SNMP/CLI | | UADP 2.0 ASIC features (e.g., segment routing) | Not available | | Full VRF support (VRF-aware services limited) | Limited multi-tenancy | | IP SLA for VRF | Not fully functional | | MACsec on SFP ports | Not supported in 3.6.x | | Modern StackWise Virtual | Not available | | Security patches after 2017 | All CVEs post-2017 unpatched | | Missing Feature | Impact | | :---

equivalent version mapped to the IOS-XE environment (specifically IOS version 15.2(2)E10).