Asr1000-rommon.173-1r.spa.pkg Extra Quality Jun 2026

Cisco ASR 1000 Route Processor 2 (RP2) and Route Processor 3 (RP3)

Without a current ROMMON, newer IOS XE images may fail to boot, leading to extended downtime. Why You Need This Upgrade

: Enter the reload command after the upgrade message confirms completion. asr1000-rommon.173-1r.spa.pkg

Log into your router and verify the current ROMMON version running on your processor: Router# show platform Use code with caution.

Test your ROMMON recovery every 12 months. Boot from USB, run dir , load a minimal IOS XE. That drill will expose any bootflash degradation or ROMMON bugs before an emergency. Cisco ASR 1000 Route Processor 2 (RP2) and

Look for the ROMMON version string under your active Route Processor slot (typically Slot R0 or R1).

This ROMMON package applies across various ASR 1000 chassis configurations and Route Processors, including: Test your ROMMON recovery every 12 months

This indicates version 17.3(1r), a specific, stable release of the ROMMON code tailored for the ASR1000 platform.

Upgrading ROMMON is a delicate procedure that must be followed precisely. The process is detailed below.