Iosxrv-k9-demo-5.2.2.ova

Run the following command in the EVE-NG CLI: /opt/qemu/bin/qemu-img convert -f vmdk -O qcow2 iosxrv-demo.vmdk hda.qcow2

Open your hypervisor interface and select Import or Deploy OVF Template . Browse and select the iosxrv-k9-demo-5.2.2.ova file.

Upon booting, the VM presents a console interface. iosxrv-k9-demo-5.2.2.ova

The demo OVA is pre-configured with adapters. Ensure your hypervisor supports paravirtualized network drivers for performance. Do not use E1000 unless you are prepared to modify the OVF.

Even though it is not a production image, this OVA is a workhorse in the following scenarios: Run the following command in the EVE-NG CLI:

For certification candidates (especially CCIE Service Provider v4.0 and early v5.0), the 5.2.2 version was explicitly recommended for practice labs.

The OVA can be deployed across several platforms, though the process varies by environment: The demo OVA is pre-configured with adapters

While highly effective for learning, users must navigate certain design limits inherent to a demo image of this vintage:

Supported, though network interface mapping can sometimes require manual adjustment. Step-by-Step Deployment Guide