Description
NetBox version
v4.3.2
Feature type
Data model extension
Proposed functionality
In many modern hardware deployments, especially in high-density, modular switch and router platforms, transceivers and interface modules (e.g., SFP, SFP+, SFP28, QSFP28, CFP, and DWDM pluggables) often have upgradable and trackable firmware.
NetBox currently supports firmware version tracking for devices, but not for modules, which limits visibility and lifecycle tracking of critical hardware components installed in modular systems.
Use case
Network operators need to audit and validate firmware versions on pluggable transceivers and line cards.
Tracking firmware across devices is important for:
Security patching
Compatibility with switch OS versions
Vendor recall tracking
Without this, users must maintain external firmware inventories or overload custom fields or tags.
Database changes
No response
External dependencies
No response