Nutanix Cluster Check (NCC) 5.0.1 brings a suite of powerful updates and enhancements designed to ensure your clusters operate at peak performance. Here's what you need to know:
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What's New
- Compatibility: Full support for clusters running AOS 6.8 and Prism Central pc 2024.1 or later.
- Expanded Hardware Support: Now compatible with the latest models from Nutanix NX and SX series, Cisco UCS, Dell EMC, HPE Proliant, Lenovo Converged HX, Fujitsu XF, and more.
- Enhanced Log Collection: Use the latest Logbay utility for comprehensive log collection on clusters running AOS 5.9 and later.
Resolved Issues
- Security Enhancements: Addressed a critical libcurl vulnerability (CVE-2023-38545) with a high-risk severity patch.
- False Positives: Resolved issues causing false positive alerts for fan speed on Hyper-V clusters and EOL errors in dark-site environments.
- Improved Check Functions: Fixes include accurate disk usage alerts, port error monitoring on Broadcom 25G NICs, and support for container removal checks.
New Checks and Alerts
- Cloud File Server Monitoring: New alerts for security group reachability, rule count, encryption key status, IAM role permissions, and more.
- Network and Recovery Checks: New checks for MST endpoint mismatch and recovery plan status across multiple clusters.
Upgrade Recommendations
To maintain optimal cluster health, upgrade to NCC 5.0.1 using the web console, Life Cycle Manager, or command line. Access the latest NCC files from the Nutanix Support Portal.
For detailed upgrade instructions and further information, refer to the Nutanix Cluster Check Guide and the Acropolis Upgrade Guide.