Is your IT infrastructure running on Nutanix HCI Platform ? then you need to check you Nutanix cluster AOS, AHV, NCC, Foundation software versions for patch management.
When managing a Nutanix Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) environment, keeping track of software versions like AOS (Acropolis Operating System), AHV (Acropolis Hypervisor), NCC (Nutanix Cluster Check), and Foundation is crucial for compatibility, security, and optimal performance.
This guide explains how you can check these versions using the Prism Web Console, Life Cycle Manager (LCM), and Command Line, ensuring that your Nutanix cluster remains up-to-date and compliant with best practices.
I will show how you can check your Nutanix running software version like Hypervisor, AOS, NCC, Foundation, BMC, BIOS etc. from prism web console.
Why Checking Nutanix Versions Is Important
- Ensures compatibility: Running outdated versions may cause incompatibility issues with new features.
- Enhances security: New updates often patch existing security vulnerabilities in running version.
- Improves performance: Latest versions come with bug fixes and performance enhancements.
- Simplifies troubleshooting: Knowing your current versions helps in diagnosing and fixing known issues efficiently.
How Check Nutanix Software Version
You can check Nutanix cluster software version from Nutanix Prism on single click. You are just two steps away.
Using Prism Web Console:
Enter your credentials to log in.
Step 1: Log in to Prism Web Console: Refer Nutanix Prism Default Credential
Open a web browser and enter Prism Cluster IP (https://<cluster-IP>:9440).
Step2: Click on right side given “Gear icon” * > Upgrade software | Done 🙂
In above screenshot you can see AOS, File Server, Hypervisor (AHV), NCC and Foundation version in single console and one go.
Using Nutanix LCM Console
All Nutanix software and hardware firmware information can be checked through Nutanix LCM Console.
Just follow simple steps
Step 1: Login to Nutanix Prism
Step 2: click on Prism Main Menu > LCM > Inventory
Using Nutanix Cluster Command Line
You can get all version information from Nutanix cluster command line as mentioned below:
Login to any Nutanix CVM across cluster
ssh nutanix@<CVM_IP>
Get Nutanix NCC version
ncc –version
Get Nutanix Foundation version
cat /etc/nutanix/foundation.version
Get Nutanix AOS version
cat /etc/nutanix/release_version
Get Nutanix AHV version
hostssh uname -a
Conclusion
Keeping track of your Nutanix cluster versions—AOS, AHV, NCC, and Foundation—is crucial for maintaining a secure and high-performing infrastructure. By regularly checking and updating these versions from the Prism Web Console, Life Cycle Manager (LCM), and Command Line, you ensure that your environment remains optimized and future-proof.
Key Takeaways:
- Use Prism Web Console, LCM, and Command Line to check all software versions.
- Regularly update AOS, AHV, NCC, and Foundation to stay compliant and secure.
- Utilize Life Cycle Manager (LCM) for streamlined updates.
- Always check version compatibility before upgrades.
Useful Links
- Nutanix AOS Release STS Vs LTS
- Nutanix Prism Core Architecture Explained
- Top 10 Nutanix System Administrator Commands
- Top 10 Nutanix Acropolis AHV Commands – Part 1
Do you have any questions or face issues checking your Nutanix versions? Drop your queries in the comments below, and we’ll be happy to help!
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