Upgrade your Cisco Nexus Switch

Learn more about the newest version, upgrading best practices, and key resources to assist in upgrading your Cisco Nexus 9000 and 3000 Series Switch. Version 10.2(x) is suggested for all supported systems. If your Nexus is not supported in 10.2(x) we recommend upgrading to 9.3(x).

Version 10.2(x) and Version 9.3(x)

Enhanced security and performance with Cisco Nexus 9000 and 3000 Series Switch, Version 9.3(x) Star

Unlock key new features and functionality introduced over the last several releases, in addition to multiple performance and security enhancements.

Prepare for your upgrade to Cisco Nexus 9000 and 3000 Series Switch, Version 9.3(x)

Releases prior to 9.3(x) are End Of Sale and are no longer maintained. All NX-OS deployments should be migrated to newer releases.

Validate Software Compatibility

Plan to upgrade from your current release to the latest release.

Software Upgrade Matrix

Validate Hardware Compatibility

Confirm the newer release is supported on your current hardware.

Hardware Support Matrix

Prepare for your Upgrade

Follow this video to upgrade your Cisco Nexus 9000 and 3000 Series Switch.

Watch the video

How much time does it take to upgrade?

Plan your upgrade with these time estimates based on your current version.

Get started

Step 1

Perform Nexus Health and Configuration Check

Automated Health and Configuration Check

Step 2

Download the Software

Software Download

Step 3

For Nexus 9000 Series Switch, Plan and Perform the Upgrade

Software Upgrade and Downgrade Guides

Step 4

For Nexus 3000 Series Switch, Plan and Perform the Upgrade

Software Upgrade and Downgrade Guides

Step 5

Need Technical Assistance with your Upgrade?

Open a TAC Case

Ask the Experts

Q&A live with Cisco experts to discover tips and best practices for your upgrade.

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Engage in Community

Join or start a discussion about this release in Cisco Community. See what your peers have to say, ask questions of your own, and get help upgrading alongside Cisco Specialists.