Download the appropriate .ova file from Cisco Software Central (requires a valid SmartNet or support contract). The filename typically looks like: csr1000v-universalk9.16.12.04.ova
Use large receive offload (LRO) and TSO: cisco csr1000v ova
Place vNICs on separate NUMA nodes (for >4 vCPUs): Use vSphere NUMA affinity. Download the appropriate
Use SR-IOV (if available) for high throughput interfaces (requires compatible NICs). Use large receive offload (LRO) and TSO:
Important Note: You cannot simply create a blank VM and attach an ISO. The OVA is the only supported method for VMware-based deployments.
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