Asr1000-rommon.173-1r.spa.pkg

Log into your router and check the current ROMMON execution version. Router# show platform Use code with caution.

: Newer versions of IOS XE often require a minimum ROMMON version to boot correctly.

When upgrading a series router to IOS-XE 17.x (such as 17.3 or 17.6), you often need to first update the ROMMON to version 17.3(1r) . This specific package, asr1000-rommon.173-1r.spa.pkg , ensures the hardware is compatible with the newer software architecture. Upgrade Procedure

Ensure you have a working backup of your current running config. Upgrade Procedure: Step-by-Step asr1000-rommon.173-1r.spa.pkg

Ensure your target boot storage has enough free space to accommodate the new package file (typically under 100 MB). Router# dir bootflash: Use code with caution.

Secure the authentic asr1000-rommon.173-1r.spa.pkg file from the official Cisco Software Download portal. Verify the MD5 or SHA512 checksum after downloading to prevent file corruption issues.

Upgrading to this specific ROMmon version is crucial for several reasons, often driven by the need to run modern IOS-XE versions. 1. Support for Modern IOS-XE Log into your router and check the current

: Use the all keyword to ensure all relevant components (like line cards or RP) are updated.

Version 17.3(1r) strengthens the Secure Boot architecture of the hardware, protecting the router from malicious, unauthorized modifications to the bootloader code. Step-by-Step Upgrade Procedure

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What of ASR 1000 (e.g., 1001-X, 1002-HX, 1006) are you upgrading?

Modular controller card used in ASR 1004, ASR 1006, and ASR 1013 chassis.

Note: Do not power cycle or interrupt the router during this operation. The process takes several minutes to write the image to the ROMMON clean flash chip. Step 4: Activating the New ROMMON