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Release Notes for
Cisco IOS Release 11.1 AA

Release Notes for
Cisco IOS Release 11.1 AA

July 6, 1998

This document describes the features and caveats for Cisco IOS Release 11.1 AA, up to and including Release 11.1(20)AA. Release 11.1(20)AA is a platform-specific software release that supports features for the Cisco 1600 series routers, Cisco 3600 series routers, and Cisco AS5200 access servers. This document supplements the Cisco IOS Release 11.1 documentation set.

Use these release notes in conjunction with the Release Notes for Cisco IOS Release 11.1. For a list of software caveats that apply to this release, refer to the "Caveats" section and to the Caveats for Release 11.1. All related documentation can be located on Cisco Connection Online (CCO) and the Documentation CD-ROM. See the "Cisco Connection Online" section and the "Documentation CD-ROM" section for more information.

Contents

These release notes discuss the following topics:

System Requirements

This section describes the system requirements for Release 11.1 AA and includes the following subsections:

Memory Requirements

This section describes the memory requirements of the Cisco IOS features sets for Release 11.1 AA.

The memory requirements for feature sets available in Cisco IOS Release 11.1AA are the same as those listed in the "Memory Requirements" in each of the platforms' hardware documentation.


Note The Cisco 1600 and Cisco 3600 routers were introduced in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(7)AA.

Table 2 lists the minimum memory requirements for the Cisco 1600 series routers feature sets.

Table 3 lists the minimum memory requirements for the Cisco 3600 series routers feature sets.

Table 4 lists the minimum memory requirements for the Cisco AS5200 access server feature sets.


Table  1: Minimum Memory Requirements for the Cisco 1600 Series  
 Feature Set  Required
 Flash  Memory
 Required  DRAM
 IP  4 MB  2 MB
 IP with AppleTalk  6 MB  4 MB
 IP with AppleTalk Plus  6 MB  4 MB
 IP Plus  6 MB  4 MB
IP/IPX  4 MB  2 MB
 IP/IPX Plus  6 MB  4 MB
 IP/IPX/AppleTalk  6 MB  4 MB
 IP/IPX/AppleTalk Plus  6 MB  4 MB

Table  2: Minimum Memory Requirements for the Cisco 3600 Series
 Feature Set  Required
 Flash  Memory
 Required  DRAM
 IP  4 MB  16 MB
 IP with IBM base  4 MB  16 MB
IP/IPX  4 MB  16 MB
 IP/IPX with IBM  base  4 MB  16 MB
 IP/IPX with IBM  base
 and APPN
 4 MB  32 MB
 Desktop  4 MB  16 MB
 Desktop with IBM  base  4 MB  24 MB
 Enterprise  4 MB  24 MB
 Enterprise with  APPN1  8 MB  32 MB

1 Dual-bank Flash memory is not supported with the Enterprise and APPN feature set.

Table  3: Minimum Memory Requirements for the Cisco AS5200
Cisco AS5200 Required Flash Memory Required Main Memory Runs from
IP/Managed Modems Set 8 MB Flash 8 MB DRAM Flash
Desktop/Managed Modems Set 8 MB Flash 8 MB DRAM Flash
Enterprise/RMON/Managed Modems Set 8 MB Flash 8 MB DRAM Flash
Packet Memory 9 MB Flash 9 MB DRAM Flash

Hardware Supported

Cisco IOS Release 11.1 AA supports the following platforms:

Refer to the Release Notes for Cisco IOS Release 11.1 publication for a summary of the LAN interfaces supported on each platform and the WAN data rates and interfaces supported on each platform.

Table 4 lists the interfaces supported in Cisco IOS Release11.1 AA.


Table  4: Interfaces Supported
Interface Cisco 1600
Series
Cisco 3600
Series
Cisco AS5200
Ethernet (AUI) Yes Yes Yes
Ethernet (10BaseT) Yes Yes No
Synchronous serial Yes Yes Yes
Asynchronous serial Yes Yes Yes
Token Ring No Yes No
ISDN BRI S/T Yes Yes No
ISDN BRI U Yes Yes No
ISDN PRI No Yes Yes
Channelized T1 and E1 No Yes Yes
Switched 56 kbps Yes No No
Switched Digital Data Service (DDS) Yes No No

Determining Your Software Release

To determine the version of Cisco IOS software currently running on your device, log in to the router or access server and use the show version EXEC command. The following is sample output from the show version command. The version number is indicated on the second line as shown below:

Cisco Internetwork Operating System Software 
IOS (tm) 1600 Software (C1600-JS-L), Version 11.1(20)AA, RELEASE SOFTWARE

Additional command output lines include more information, such as processor revision numbers, memory amounts, hardware IDs, and partition information.

For information on upgrading to a new software release, refer to the Cisco IOS Software Release Upgrade Paths and Packaging Simplification  product bulletin #703 located on CCO. For more information, refer to the "Cisco Connection Online" section.

On CCO, follow this path:

Products and Ordering: Product Bulletins: Upgrade Paths and Packaging Simplification

Feature Set Tables

The Cisco IOS software is packaged in feature sets (also called software images) depending on the platform. Each feature set contains a specific set of Cisco IOS features. The following sections list the features set matrix and the features supported by each feature set.

The following feature sets are available in Cisco IOS Release 11.1 AA. Refer to Release Notes for Cisco IOS Release 11.1 for a complete list of the features provided in these sets.

The Cisco 1600 series routers feature sets are as follows:

The Cisco 3600 series routers feature sets are as follows:

The Cisco AS5200 access server feature sets are as follows:

New and Changed Information

The following sections list the new features that are available in each maintenance release of Cisco IOS Release 11.1 AA. Features are detailed in the documentation listed in the "Related Documentation" section.

New Features in Cisco IOS Releases 11.1(20)AA Through 11.1(15)AA

There were no new features introduced in these releases.

New Features in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(14)AA

This software release supports the Cisco AS5200 access server microcom modem module, which can connect up to 33.6 Kbps.

New Features in Cisco IOS Releases 11.1(13)AA Through 11.1(9)AA

There were no new features introduced in these releases.

New Features in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(8)AA

This software release supports the NM-1E1R2W network module for Cisco 3600 routers.

New Features in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(7) AA

The following new features were added in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(7)AA:

The Cisco 3640 is equipped with four network module slots. The Cisco 3620 has two slots. Each network module slot accepts a variety of network module interface cards, including LAN and WAN mixed media cards supporting Ethernet, Token Ring, and a variety of WAN technologies. These cards provide the foundation of LAN and WAN connectivity on a single network module. Additional applications are supported with a series of network module cards offering asynchronous and synchronous serial, ISDN PRI, and ISDN BRI interfaces.
This software release supports the dual E1 PRI interface card for Cisco AS5200 access servers.

New or Changed Commands in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(7)AA for Cisco 1600 Series Routers

The following is a list of ROM monitor and Cisco IOS commands that are new or modified, or have special syntax or usage for Cisco 1600 series routers. All other commands used with these routers are documented in the Cisco IOS Release 11.2 command references.

For documentation describing the new software features specific to the Cisco 1600 series routers, refer to the online feature module New Features for Cisco 1600 Series Routers.

New or Changed Commands in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(7)AA for Cisco 3600 Series Routers

The following is a list of ROM monitor and Cisco IOS commands that are new or modified, or have special syntax or usage for Cisco 3600 series routers. All other commands used with these routers are documented in the Cisco IOS Release 11.2 command references.

For documentation describing the new software features specific to the Cisco 3600 series routers, refer to the online feature module New Features for Cisco 3600 Series Routers.

New or Changed Commands in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(7)AA for Cisco AS5200 Access Server

The Cisco IOS command listed below is new or modified, or has a special syntax or usage for Cisco A5200 access server. All other commands used with this server are documented in the Cisco IOS Release 11.2 command references.

For documentation describing this new software feature specific to the Cisco AS5200 access server, refer to the online feature module Channelized E1 Signaling for the Cisco AS5200.

New Features in Cisco IOS Release 11.1(6)AA

The following new features were added to Cisco IOS Release 11.1(6)AA:

With this feature, you must configure E1 clocking using the clock source line primary command and the clock source line secondary command.

Caveats

There are no caveats specific to Cisco IOS Release 11.1(20) AA.

For complete descriptions of open and resolved caveats for previous maintenance releases, see the Caveats for Release 11.1 document on CCO and on the Documentation CD-ROM.

Products and Ordering: Cisco Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 11.1: Cisco IOS Release 11.1 Software Caveats.
Cisco Product Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 11.1: Cisco IOS Release 11.1 Software Caveats.

See the "Cisco Connection Online" section and the "Documentation CD-ROM" section for more information.

Related Documentation

The following sections describe the documentation available for the Cisco 1600 series, the Cisco 3600 series, and the Cisco AS5200 access server. Typically, these documents consist of hardware installation guides, software installation guide guides, Cisco IOS configuration and command references, system error messages, and feature modules, which are updates to the Cisco IOS documentation. Documentation is available as printed manuals or electronic documents, except for feature modules, which are available online only.

The most up-to-date documentation can be found on the Web via Cisco Connection Online (CCO) and on the latest Documentation CD-ROM. These electronic documents might contain updates and modifications made after the paper documents were printed. See the "Cisco Connection Online" section and the "Documentation CD-ROM" section for more information.

This section contains the following subsections:

Cisco 1600 Series-Specific Documentation

The following Cisco 1600 documents are available:

Cisco 3600 Series-Specific Documentation

The following Cisco 3600 documents are available:

Cisco AS5200-Specific Documentation

The following Cisco AS5200 documents are available:

Feature Module Documentation

Feature modules describe new features supported by Release 11.1 AA and are an update to the Cisco IOS documentation set. As updates, the features modules are available online only. The feature module information is included in the next printing of the Cisco IOS documentation set. Feature modules consist of a brief overview of the feature, benefits, configuration tasks, and a command reference.

To access the feature modules on CCO, follow this path:

Products and Ordering: Cisco Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 11.1: Feature Pack Information.

To access the feature modules on the documentation CD-ROM, follow this path:

Cisco Product Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 11.1: Feature Pack Information.

Cisco IOS Software Documentation

Cisco IOS software documentation is listed in Table 5. Software documentation consists of the Cisco IOS configuration guides and command references and also includes several supporting documents. These documents are shipped with the routers and access servers in electronic form on the Documentation CD-ROM, unless you specifically ordered the printed version of the documents.

The Cisco IOS configuration guides, command references, and chapter topics are as follows:


Table 5: Cisco IOS Software Documentation Set
Books Chapter Topics

  • Configuration Fundamentals Configuration Guide

  • Configuration Fundamentals Command Reference

Configuration Fundamentals Overview

Cisco IOS User Interfaces

File Management

Interface Configuration

System Management

  • Network Protocols Configuration Guide, Part 1

  • Network Protocols Command Reference, Part 1

IP Addressing

IP Services

IP Routing Protocols

  • Network Protocols Configuration Guide, Part 2

  • Network Protocols Command Reference, Part 2

AppleTalk

Novell IPX

  • Network Protocols Configuration Guide, Part 3

  • Network Protocols Command Reference, Part 3

Apollo Domain

Banyan VINES

DECnet

ISO CLNS

XNS

  • Wide-Area Networking Configuration Guide

  • Wide-Area Networking Command Reference

ATM

Frame Relay

SMDS

X.25 and LAPB

  • Security Configuration Guide

  • Security Command Reference

AAA Security Services

Security Server Protocols

Traffic Filtering

Network Data Encryption

Passwords and Privileges

Neighbor Router Authentication

IP Security Options

  • Dial Solutions Configuration Guide

  • Dial Solutions Command Reference

Dial Business Solutions and Examples

Dial-In Port Setup

DDR and Dial Backup

Remote Node and Terminal Service

Cost-Control and Large-Scale Dial Solutions

VPDN

  • Cisco IOS Switching Services Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Switching Services Command Reference

Switching Paths for IP Networks

Fast Switching

Autonomous Switching

NetFlow Switching

Optimum Switching

Virtual LAN (VLAN) Switching and Routing

Inter-Switch Link Protocol Encapsulation

IEEE 802.10 Encapsulation

LAN Emulation

  • Bridging and IBM Networking Configuration Guide

  • Bridging and IBM Networking Command Reference

Transparent Bridging

Source-Route Bridging

Remote Source-Route Bridging

DLSw+

STUN and BSTUN

LLC2 and SDLC

IBM Network Media Translation

DSPU and SNA Service Point

SNA Frame Relay Access Support

APPN

NCIA Client/Server Topologies

IBM Channel Attach

  • Cisco IOS Software Command Summary

  • Dial Solutions Quick Configuration Guide

  • System Error Messages

  • Debug Command Reference


Note The Cisco Management Information Base (MIB) User Quick Reference publication is no longer being published. For the latest list of MIBs supported by Cisco, see the Cisco Network Management Toolkit on Cisco Connection Online (CCO). On CCO, go to Software and Support, select Software Center, and click on Network Management Products. Next, select Cisco Network Management Toolkit and click on Cisco MIBs.

Cisco Connection Online

Cisco Connection Online (CCO) is Cisco Systems' primary, real-time support channel. Maintenance customers and partners can self-register on CCO to obtain additional information and services.

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, CCO provides a wealth of standard and value-added services to Cisco's customers and business partners. CCO services include product information, product documentation, software updates, release notes, technical tips, the Bug Navigator, configuration notes, brochures, descriptions of service offerings, and download access to public and authorized files.

CCO serves a wide variety of users through two interfaces that are updated and enhanced simultaneously: a character-based version and a multimedia version that resides on the World Wide Web (WWW). The character-based CCO supports Zmodem, Kermit, Xmodem, FTP, and Internet e-mail, and it is excellent for quick access to information over lower bandwidths. The WWW version of CCO provides richly formatted documents with photographs, figures, graphics, and video, as well as hyperlinks to related information.

You can access CCO in the following ways:

For a copy of CCO's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), contact cco-help@cisco.com. For additional information, contact cco-team@cisco.com.


Note If you are a network administrator and need personal technical assistance with a Cisco product that is under warranty or covered by a maintenance contract, contact Cisco's Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at 800 553-2447, 408 526-7209, or tac@cisco.com. To obtain general information about Cisco Systems, Cisco products, or upgrades, contact 800 553-6387, 408 526-7208, or cs-rep@cisco.com.

Documentation CD-ROM

Cisco documentation and additional literature are available in a CD-ROM package, which ships with your product. The Documentation CD-ROM, a member of the Cisco Connection Family, is updated monthly. Therefore, it might be more current than printed documentation. To order additional copies of the Documentation CD-ROM, contact your local sales representative or call customer service. The CD-ROM package is available as a single package or as an annual subscription. You can also access Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, or http://www-europe.cisco.com.

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