Contents

Release Notes

- New Features in IP Service Activator 7.3.0.1

- Layer 2 MPLS VPN Support

- IP Service Activator Module

- Cisco IOS XR Cartridge

- Juniper JUNOS Cartridge

- NetConf Protocol Support

- Huawei Cartridge Up-Versioning

- New Features in IP Service Activator 7.3

- Oracle Database and WebLogic 12c Support

- Fixes in Release 7.3 and 7.3.0.1

- Deprecated Features in Release 7.3 and 7.3.0.1

- Documentation Accessibility

- Document Revision History

Oracle® Communications IP Service Activator

Release Notes

Release 7.3

E61101-02

October 2015

This document provides release notes for Oracle Communications IP Service Activator release 7.3 and 7.3.0.1.

- New Features in IP Service Activator 7.3.0.1

- New Features in IP Service Activator 7.3

- Fixes in Release 7.3 and 7.3.0.1

- Deprecated Features in Release 7.3 and 7.3.0.1

New Features in IP Service Activator 7.3.0.1

The new features in this release of IP Service Activator are:

- Layer 2 MPLS VPN Support

- NetConf Protocol Support

- Huawei Cartridge Up-Versioning

Layer 2 MPLS VPN Support

IP Service Activator release 7.3.0.1 introduces support for Layer 2 (L2) Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) Virtual Private Network (VPN) functionality. The following module and cartridges support this functionality:

- IP Service Activator Module

- Cisco IOS XR Cartridge

- Juniper JUNOS Cartridge

IP Service Activator Module

This IP Service Activator module supports the model for designing and specifying configuration parameters for L2 MPLS VPN, including Pseudowire Emulation (PWE), also known as Virtual Leased Line (VLL), and Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) (LDP and BGP-based).

Cisco IOS XR Cartridge

The MPLS L2 VPN cartridge is provided for IP Service Activator for Cisco devices that are running IOS XR, and supports VLL and VPLS (LDP and BGP based).

This allows you to rapidly create, modify, and delete MPLS L2 VPNs and their parts across the network.

Juniper JUNOS Cartridge

The MPLS L2 VPN cartridge is provided for IP Service Activator for Juniper devices that are running JUNOS, and supports VLL and VPLS (LDP and BGP-based).

This allows you to rapidly create, modify and delete MPLS L2 VPNs and their parts across the network.

NetConf Protocol Support

As of release 7.3.0.1, IP Service Activator introduces support for the NetConf protocol, which is supported by multiple network equipment manufacturers. The IP Service Activator Software Development Kit (SDK) contains a new sample NetConf cartridge, created for Juniper JUNOS-based physical or virtual network functions. Using this sample cartridge, you can extend IP Service Activator by creating and deploying new vendor cartridges based on the NetConf protocol.

Huawei Cartridge Up-Versioning

The Huawei cartridge has been up-versioned. Cartridge unit functionality has been removed and an improved functionality has been introduced.

New Features in IP Service Activator 7.3

The new feature in this release of IP Service Activator is:

- Oracle Database and WebLogic 12c Support

Oracle Database and WebLogic 12c Support

IP Service Activator introduces support for Oracle Database and WebLogic 12c.

This support includes:

- Oracle Database Server 12c and 11g

Fixes in Release 7.3 and 7.3.0.1

IP Service Activator 7.3.0.1 includes all fixes up to and including release 7.2.0.8.2. For more information, see IP Service Activator Release Notes 7.2.

Deprecated Features in Release 7.3 and 7.3.0.1

Juniper M-Series device driver has been deprecated as of the IP Service Activator release 7.3, and has been fully replaced by Juniper M-Series cartridge support.

No additional features are deprecated in release 7.3.0.1.

Documentation Accessibility

For information about Oracle's commitment to accessibility, visit the Oracle Accessibility Program website at http://www.oracle.com/pls/topic/lookup?ctx=acc&id=docacc.

Access to Oracle Support

Oracle customers that have purchased support have access to electronic support through My Oracle Support. For information, visit http://www.oracle.com/pls/topic/lookup?ctx=acc&id=info or visit http://www.oracle.com/pls/topic/lookup?ctx=acc&id=trs if you are hearing impaired.

Document Revision History

The following table lists the revision history for this guide.

Version

Date

Description

E61101-02

October 2015

Documentation updates.

E61101-01

July 2015

Initial release.

Oracle Communications IP Service Activator Release Notes, Release 7.3

E61101-02

Copyright © 2011, 2015, Oracle and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.

This software and related documentation are provided under a license agreement containing restrictions on use and disclosure and are protected by intellectual property laws. Except as expressly permitted in your license agreement or allowed by law, you may not use, copy, reproduce, translate, broadcast, modify, license, transmit, distribute, exhibit, perform, publish, or display any part, in any form, or by any means. Reverse engineering, disassembly, or decompilation of this software, unless required by law for interoperability, is prohibited.

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice and is not warranted to be error-free. If you find any errors, please report them to us in writing.

If this is software or related documentation that is delivered to the U.S. Government or anyone licensing it on behalf of the U.S. Government, then the following notice is applicable:

U.S. GOVERNMENT END USERS: Oracle programs, including any operating system, integrated software, any programs installed on the hardware, and/or documentation, delivered to U.S. Government end users are "commercial computer software" pursuant to the applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation and agency-specific supplemental regulations. As such, use, duplication, disclosure, modification, and adaptation of the programs, including any operating system, integrated software, any programs installed on the hardware, and/or documentation, shall be subject to license terms and license restrictions applicable to the programs. No other rights are granted to the U.S. Government.

This software or hardware is developed for general use in a variety of information management applications. It is not developed or intended for use in any inherently dangerous applications, including applications that may create a risk of personal injury. If you use this software or hardware in dangerous applications, then you shall be responsible to take all appropriate fail-safe, backup, redundancy, and other measures to ensure its safe use. Oracle Corporation and its affiliates disclaim any liability for any damages caused by use of this software or hardware in dangerous applications.

Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and/or its affiliates. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Intel and Intel Xeon are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. All SPARC trademarks are used under license and are trademarks or registered trademarks of SPARC International, Inc. AMD, Opteron, the AMD logo, and the AMD Opteron logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices. UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group.

This software or hardware and documentation may provide access to or information about content, products, and services from third parties. Oracle Corporation and its affiliates are not responsible for and expressly disclaim all warranties of any kind with respect to third-party content, products, and services unless otherwise set forth in an applicable agreement between you and Oracle. Oracle Corporation and its affiliates will not be responsible for any loss, costs, or damages incurred due to your access to or use of third-party content, products, or services, except as set forth in an applicable agreement between you and Oracle.

Oracle Legal Notices

Copyright Notice

Copyright © 1994-2016, Oracle and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.

License Restrictions Warranty/Consequential Damages Disclaimer

This software and related documentation are provided under a license agreement containing restrictions on use and disclosure and are protected by intellectual property laws. Except as expressly permitted in your license agreement or allowed by law, you may not use, copy, reproduce, translate, broadcast, modify, license, transmit, distribute, exhibit, perform, publish, or display any part, in any form, or by any means. Reverse engineering, disassembly, or decompilation of this software, unless required by law for interoperability, is prohibited.

Warranty Disclaimer

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice and is not warranted to be error-free. If you find any errors, please report them to us in writing.

Restricted Rights Notice

If this is software or related documentation that is delivered to the U.S. Government or anyone licensing it on behalf of the U.S. Government, then the following notice is applicable:

U.S. GOVERNMENT END USERS: Oracle programs, including any operating system, integrated software, any programs installed on the hardware, and/or documentation, delivered to U.S. Government end users are "commercial computer software" pursuant to the applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation and agency-specific supplemental regulations. As such, use, duplication, disclosure, modification, and adaptation of the programs, including any operating system, integrated software, any programs installed on the hardware, and/or documentation, shall be subject to license terms and license restrictions applicable to the programs. No other rights are granted to the U.S. Government.

Hazardous Applications Notice

This software or hardware is developed for general use in a variety of information management applications. It is not developed or intended for use in any inherently dangerous applications, including applications that may create a risk of personal injury. If you use this software or hardware in dangerous applications, then you shall be responsible to take all appropriate fail-safe, backup, redundancy, and other measures to ensure its safe use. Oracle Corporation and its affiliates disclaim any liability for any damages caused by use of this software or hardware in dangerous applications.

Trademark Notice

Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and/or its affiliates. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Intel and Intel Xeon are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. All SPARC trademarks are used under license and are trademarks or registered trademarks of SPARC International, Inc. AMD, Opteron, the AMD logo, and the AMD Opteron logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices. UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group.

Third-Party Content, Products, and Services Disclaimer

This software or hardware and documentation may provide access to or information about content, products, and services from third parties. Oracle Corporation and its affiliates are not responsible for and expressly disclaim all warranties of any kind with respect to third-party content, products, and services unless otherwise set forth in an applicable agreement between you and Oracle. Oracle Corporation and its affiliates will not be responsible for any loss, costs, or damages incurred due to your access to or use of third-party content, products, or services, except as set forth in an applicable agreement between you and Oracle.

Alpha and Beta Draft Documentation Notice

If this document is in preproduction status:

This documentation is in preproduction status and is intended for demonstration and preliminary use only. It may not be specific to the hardware on which you are using the software. Oracle Corporation and its affiliates are not responsible for and expressly disclaim all warranties of any kind with respect to this documentation and will not be responsible for any loss, costs, or damages incurred due to the use of this documentation.

Private Alpha and Beta Draft Documentation Notice

If this document is in private preproduction status:

The information contained in this document is for informational sharing purposes only and should be considered in your capacity as a customer advisory board member or pursuant to your beta trial agreement only. It is not a commitment to deliver any material, code, or functionality, and should not be relied upon in making purchasing decisions. The development, release, and timing of any features or functionality described in this document remains at the sole discretion of Oracle.

This document in any form, software or printed matter, contains proprietary information that is the exclusive property of Oracle. Your access to and use of this confidential material is subject to the terms and conditions of your Oracle Master Agreement, Oracle License and Services Agreement, Oracle PartnerNetwork Agreement, Oracle distribution agreement, or other license agreement which has been executed by you and Oracle and with which you agree to comply. This document and information contained herein may not be disclosed, copied, reproduced, or distributed to anyone outside Oracle without prior written consent of Oracle. This document is not part of your license agreement nor can it be incorporated into any contractual agreement with Oracle or its subsidiaries or affiliates.

Documentation Accessibility

For information about Oracle's commitment to accessibility, visit the Oracle Accessibility Program website at http://www.oracle.com/pls/topic/lookup?ctx=acc&id=docacc.

Access to Oracle Support

Oracle customers that have purchased support have access to electronic support through My Oracle Support. For information, visit http://www.oracle.com/pls/topic/lookup?ctx=acc&id=info or visit http://www.oracle.com/pls/topic/lookup?ctx=acc&id=trs if you are hearing impaired.