: Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM) sparse mode, dense mode, and Source-Specific Multicast (SSM). Advanced IP Services
c3560e-universalk9-mz.152-4.e10.bin is a Cisco IOS software image designed for the Catalyst 3560-E Catalyst 3560-X series switches. Cisco Community
For new deployments, never choose a 3560E. For existing ones, treat -UPD- as a red flag that demands verification — and use it only until your budget allows for a modern replacement. C3560e-universalk9-mz.152-4.e10.bin -UPD-
Once running C3560e-universalk9-mz.152-4.e10.bin -UPD- , apply these hardening steps immediately.
: While the image contains all features, specific levels (e.g., IP Services) are unlocked via a software license. : Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM) sparse mode, dense
: Both the Catalyst 3560-E and 3560-X series have been declared End-of-Sale and End-of-Life by Cisco. 15.2(4)E10 was one of the last software releases for these platforms. This means no new features are being added, but it represents the culmination of years of bug fixes, making it a highly stable image for networks that rely on mature technology and do not require the latest hardware.
The universalk9 designation is crucial. Unlike older images that forced you to choose between "IP Base" and "IP Services" at purchase, the universal image allows you to enable features via . For existing ones, treat -UPD- as a red
: This refers to the image type. "m" indicates the image runs from RAM (not compressed and executed in place), while "z" signals the image is compressed (zipped). The combination suggests an image that is compressed for storage on flash but is designed to be decompressed and run from RAM for optimal performance.
Maintenance Release (End-of-Life maintenance phase). Key Milestones: Release Date: July 28, 2016. End-of-Sale (EoS): May 1, 2018. End-of-Service Life (EoSL): April 30, 2023.
After reboot, confirm the version:
| New Switch Model | Key Advantage | |-----------------|----------------| | Catalyst 9200 | Entry-level, similar CLI, up to 48 PoE+ ports | | Catalyst 9300 | UADP ASIC, mGig support, StackWise-480 | | IE-3400 (Industrial) | For factory/outdoor replacements |