The binary file is a specific system image for the Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series switches. This software package delivers the Cisco IOS XE 3.11.5E operating system, tailored for the Supervisor Engine 8-E (Sup8-E) . File Breakdown and Identity
The Supervisor Engine 8-E, running this version, is a high-performance engine that integrates wired and wireless networks. cat4500es8-universalk9.spa.03.11.05.e.152-7.e5.bin
This image is strictly for the Supervisor Engine 8-E (WS-X45-SUP8-E). Note that for redundant configurations in a chassis, the chassis must be at hardware revision 2.0 or higher to support this engine. The binary file is a specific system image
: Provides line-rate forwarding for IPv6 Unicast and Multicast traffic up to 125 Mpps. Hardware Compatibility This image is strictly for the Supervisor Engine
To install this binary on your switch, follow the standard Cisco IOS XE upgrade procedure :
: This "universalk9" image can be licensed at the Enterprise Services level, which supports advanced Layer 3 routing protocols such as BGP, IS-IS, and VRF-lite.
: Indicates this image is designed for the Catalyst 4500E series specifically using the Supervisor Engine 8-E.