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Ribbon SBC SWe Lite Release 8.0.3 build 216
About SBC SWe Lite Release Notes
This page describes new supported features, and known limitations for the latest release of the Ribbon Session Border Controller Software Edition Lite (SBC SWe Lite).
ACTION REQUIRED - UPGRADE TO RELEASE 8.0.3 IMMEDIATELY TO ADDRESS LICENSE FILE FORMAT CHANGE
Ribbon strongly recommends the following actions by no later than May 2020 to avoid any service disruption:
- Upgrade the SBC SWe Lite to the Release 8.0.3 (if not already on Release 8.0.3).
- If the SBC SWe Lite displays License Format Version 2, contact Ribbon Support for a courtesy (free of charge) feature equivalent to SBC SWe Lite License Format Version 3.
- Update the SBC SWe Lite with the newly received license file (formatted to Version 3), and confirm all features previously available prior to the license update are present.
After June 1, 2020, SBC SWe Lite License Format Version 2 will no longer be recognized by any Ribbon supported SBC SWe Lite image. For further license guidance, contact Ribbon Support.
Related Documentation
For system performance information, refer to SBC SWe Lite Performance and Capacity.
For a list of functional differences between SBC Edge and SBC SWe Lite, refer to Functional Differences Between SBC 1000/2000 and SBC SWe Lite.
- For SBC Edge Release Notes, refer to SBC Release Information.
Problems or Questions
For problems or questions, contact Ribbon Support via telephone or fax:
Worldwide Voice: 1 (978) 614-8589
USA Toll-free: 1 (888) 391-3434
Worldwide Fax: 1 (978) 614-8609
Associated Ribbon Announcements
To view/download Ribbon announcements, do the following:
- Log on to the Ribbon Support Portal (https://ribboncommunications.com/services/ribbon-support-portal-login).
- From the Quick Access menu, click and download the "Ribbon Support Portal User Guide", and navigate to the "ANNOUNCEMENTS tab" section for instructions to search for and view announcements.
Compatibility with Ribbon Products
The Ribbon products in the following table support all SBC SWe Lite features and functionality for release 8.0.3.
When upgrading your network, be sure to upgrade each product to its most current release in order to take advantage of the latest features, enhancements, and fixes.
Ribbon Product Releases Supporting Latest SBC SWe Lite Features
SBC 5000 Series | SBC 7000 Series | SBC SWe | SBC 1000/2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
06.00.00R000 | 06.00.00R000 | 06.00.00R000 | 8.0.3 |
About the SBC SWe Lite Platform
The SBC SWe Lite is a virtualized, enterprise SBC designed for small- and mid-sized businesses. SWe Lite provides a virtual Customer Premise Equipment (vCPE) option for organizations looking to virtualize their interworking, security, and survivability for Unified Communications (UC). The SBC SWe Lite gives you the power to rapidly expand and activate features remotely using a simple license key, eliminating the need for on-site technicians or disruption to operations during peak business hours. With support for virtualization environments such as VMware ESXi, KVM, and Microsoft Azure, the SBC SWe Lite can be installed quickly and easily.
Ribbon SBC SWe Lite Release 8.0.3 Build 216 is a new release for the SBC SWe Lite product line.
Required Software
The following SBC SWe Lite software is required for this release:
Required Software
| File |
|---|
| hash.txt |
| alarmcfg-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
| mibs-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
| radius-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
| schema-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
| SWeLite-KVM-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
| SWeLite-VMWare-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
| SWeLite-HyperV-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
| SCOM_2012-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
| SCOM_2007-release.8.0.3.build216.zip |
Refer to SBC SWe Lite Hardware and Software Requirements for more information on hardware and software requirements and recommendations.
How to Verify Currently Installed Software Versions
After the software is downloaded and installed, use the WebUI to verify the currently installed software versions.
- Open the WebUI and the click the System tab.
- On the System page, click the Overview tab to view the the software version.
Installation Notes
For Microsoft Hyper-V deployments only: Downgrading from Release 8.0 to an earlier release is not supported.
SBC SWe Lite is not supported on the Hypervisor platform VMware ESXi 5.5 running on Dell PowerEdge 740 hardware.
For detailed information on installing SBC SWe Lite, refer to Installing and Upgrading SWe Lite.
For functional differences between the SBC SWe Lite and the SBC Edge 1000/2000, refer to Functional Differences Between SBC 1000/2000 and SBC SWe Lite.
Upgrade Notes
This section contain specific upgrade notes for customers planning to upgrade to SBC SWe Lite 8.0.3.
For SBC SWe Lite initially deployed via Azure Marketplace: The system is not automatically upgraded in the cloud; you must upgrade following the instructions below.
For SBC SWe Lite initially deployed via On Premises deployment (via Microsoft Hyper-V, KVM Hypervisor, or VMware ESXi): Follow the instructions below for upgrading.
Warning: Before You Upgrade
Before you upgrade your SBC SWe Lite do the following:
- Read these Upgrade Notes.
- Make a backup of your current configuration.
Step 1: Backup Configuration - Mandatory
A configuration backup must be performed before proceeding with the upgrade. Refer to Backing Up Data.
Step 2: Upgrade the SBC SWe Lite System
Follow the general upgrade procedure outlined in the Upgrading SBC SWe Lite.
IMPORTANT
Note the presence of the License Version Attribute in the SBC SWe Lite Release 8.0.3 System Overview Display. For an 8.0.3-enabled SBC SWe Lite, take the following action:
If the License Version is Version 2: Update the license by no later than May 2020 to prevent a service disruption. To update the license, refer to Obtaining and Installing an SBC SWe Lite Production License.
If the License Version is Version 3: No action necessary.
SBC SWe Lite Upgrade Path
The following previously released version(s) of SBC SWe Lite can be upgraded to Release 8.0.3.
ATTENTION
This release includes all bug fixes implemented In the release which are documented in the Supported Upgrade Paths. To view bug fixes in previous releases, refer to the release notes(s) of interest from the SBC SWe Lite Documentation Home Page.
SBC Upgrade Paths
| Release | Upgrade to 8.0.3 |
|---|---|
| 8.0.1 |  |
| 8.0.2 | |
New Features
The following features are included in Release 8.0.3:
CHOR-2068 Added License Version
Ribbon SBC SWe Lite now offers License Format Version 3 as a license source. SBC SWe Lite License Format Version 2 will co-exist with SBC SWe Lite License Format Version 3 for Release 8.0.3. After June 30, 2020, you must upgrade to Release 8.0.3 (or later) AND request a re-build the license file to deprecate the embedded SBC SWe Lite License Format Version 2 acquired during initial purchase from Ribbon. For license guidance, contact Ribbon Support.
For detailed information, refer to:
- Working with Licenses
- Obtaining and Installing an SBC SWe Lite Production License
- Viewing Licenses
- Viewing the Software Version and Hardware ID
IMPORTANT
Note the presence of the License Version Attribute in the SBC SWe Lite Release 8.0.3 System Overview Display. For an 8.0.3-enabled SBC SWe Lite, take the following action:
If the License Version is Version 2: Update the license by no later than May 2020 to prevent a service disruption. To update the license, refer to Obtaining and Installing an SBC SWe Lite Production License.
If the License Version is Version 3: No action necessary.
CHOR-3701 Update Azure Documentation for Reserving a VM
For the SBC SWe Lite, you can use Microsoft Azure to reserve a VM as a cost saving mechanism. You can purchase reserved instances for one or three years.
For detailed information, refer to:
CHOR-3740 Cloud-init Should Allow Changing Netconfig Password
For the SBC SWe Lite, you can use the cloud-init function to change the netconfig password. Configure netconfig_account in the user_data file to change the netconfig password.
For detailed information, refer to:
SYM-27456 E911 Support for Teams Direct Routing
The Ribbon SBC Edge can be configured to handle emergency calls from Microsoft Teams Direct Routing. This feature supports all providers that are supported by Microsoft Direct Routing E911 solution. Once the emergency call is received from Microsoft Teams Direct Routing, the SBC prioritizes the emergency call.
For detailed information, refer to:
SYM-22743 Support for Azure AD Integration
With the SBC Edge, you can configure Microsoft Azure AD to automatically route calls from a SIP Trunk or PSTN to Microsoft Teams Direct Routing at the same time user migrates to Microsoft Teams. In a network scenario, a call arrives from the carrier and the SBC Edge uses Azure AD information to detect if the called user had already been migrated to Microsoft Teams, and then routes the call.
For detailed information, refer to:
Resolved Issues
All resolved issues in SBC Edge 8.0.3 are included in SWe Release 8.0.3. For the list of resolved issues, refer to SBC Edge 1000/2000 8.0.3 Release Notes.
The following issues are resolved in Release 8.0.3:
Updates and Fixes
| Issue ID | Problem Description |
|---|---|
| CHOR-3816 | Update Trial License to Support Sessions with Partial Media Services (e.g., Teams Direct Routing) |
| CHOR-3811 | System overload detected |
| CHOR-3787 | Failed to connect to Watch service |
Security Updates and Fixes
The following security updates and fixes in Release 8.0.3 are as follows:
Security Updates and Fixes in this Release
| Issue ID | Problem Description |
|---|---|
| CHOR-3589 | CVE-2019-12378 and CVE-2019-12381: Potential NULL dereference in ip_sockglue.c/ipv6_sockglue.c |
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