Hi,
Is it possible to download Cisco's IOS and use it as virtual on for example VMware?
Or do I have to buy a router to study and test the IOS?
"Virtual" IOS?
Aug 22, 2006
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Cisco's IOS is not intended to run on general-purpose computers, and few (if any) IOS versions are intended to run on x86 CPUs. Boson router simulation
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Cisco's IOS is not intended to run on general-purpose computers, and few (if any) IOS versions are intended to run on x86 CPUs.
Boson router simulation
There is a Cisco 7200 Simulator:
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but you probaly run into licensing issues when you download and run the IOS on it. I cannot imagine Cisco would like that.
Jens
e-bay - I bought 6 x 2610's for around 400 USD, perfect for studying with.
James
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