Cisco SD-AVC Installation and Configuration Guide

This guide details the installation and configuration of Cisco Software-Defined Application Visibility and Control (SD-AVC) within Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN environments. It outlines the feature history, including the default enablement of SD-AVC in new installations starting from Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Control Components Release 20.18.1. The document explains the transition from local to cloud-hosted SD-AVC services, applicable to both on-premises and cloud-delivered environments. Specific installation procedures for Cisco vManage Release 20.3.1 and earlier versions are provided, including prerequisites such as DNS server configuration and resource allocation for the SD-AVC service. The guide also describes the steps to enable SD-AVC on Cisco IOS XE Catalyst SD-WAN devices, emphasizing the creation of localized policies for application visibility. Additionally, it highlights the operational requirements and maintenance considerations for the SD-AVC service, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with installation standards.