Cisco DNCS System Release 2.2 3.2 Release Notes

 

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Preface 

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In addition to system releases, Cisco currently offers several other types of software 

products that enable the cable service provider to better manage their Digital 

Broadband Delivery System (DBDS) networks: 
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Client Release (Application Platform) offers a bundled software package that 

includes both the Cisco Resident Application (SARA) and the PowerTV

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 operating 

system (PowerTV OS). Client releases are compatible with multiple system 

releases. 
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Client Maintenance Release addresses a group of specific change requests that 

are required before the next client release is available. 

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System Release is a software release that is designed to improve or enhance the 

functionality of the DNCS. A system release can be categorized as one of the 

following product types: 
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Major Release and Minor Release introduce new DBDS functionality while 

fixing known issues in the network. 

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Service Pack is an executable file that is an accumulation of fixed change 

requests since the last major or minor release. After a service pack is issued for a 

specific major or minor release, each subsequent service pack includes all 

previously fixed change requests. 

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Patch release is a single, executable file that addresses an urgent customer issue 

before the next system release. 

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Maintenance release incorporates patch releases and service packs into one 

software release. 

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Headend Software Release is a software release designed specifically for headend 

components to enhance hardware functionality. 

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Application Software provides the cable service providers with unique services 

and increased functionality that enhance the subscriber experience.