Select , browse to your downloaded cat9kv-prd-17.12.01prd9.qcow2 file, and allow GNS3 to copy it to its default image library.
Security checklist before use
: Type Catalyst 8000V Virtual Router (or navigate via Routers > Virtual Routers ). download cat9kv-prd-17.12.01prd9.qcow2
Which are you planning to deploy this image on? (e.g., EVE-NG , GNS3 , KVM , or CML ) Select , browse to your downloaded cat9kv-prd-17
Cisco does not provide this image as a standalone free download. To obtain it legally: Cisco Modeling Labs (CML): The image is bundled with the CML (formerly VIRL) software package. CML Reference Platform ISO: If you have a CML license, the file is located within the ISO file (e.g., refplat-20240225-fcs.iso Implementation in Emulators If you already have the image and need to use it: You must create a specific directory (e.g., /opt/unetlab/addons/qemu/cat9kv-17.12.01-prd9 ) and rename the file to virtioa.qcow2 for the emulator to recognize it. You can import the file directly using the Cisco Catalyst 9000v appliance template from the GNS3 marketplace. Requirements You can import the file directly using the
Always verify the integrity of your downloaded file against the cryptographic hashes provided on Cisco’s official download page. Run the following command in your terminal to check the SHA-512 checksum: sha512sum cat9kv-prd-17.12.01prd9.qcow2 Use code with caution.
Note: Access to production-grade ( prd ) binaries generally requires an active Cisco Smart Net Total Care (SNTC) service contract or an active software subscription mapped to your CCO ID. Downloading Cisco binaries from third-party file-sharing sites or unverified forums poses severe security risks, including pre-installed malware, backdoors, or corrupted file headers. Verifying File Integrity