Setting up the Lab

Updated May 25, 2020 ·

Overview

This guide shows how to set up the DEVASC virtual machine (VM) in Oracle VirtualBox and prepare it for the labs.

• Install the VM
• Create necessary accounts
• Set up Webex Teams for communication.

Requirements

Before starting, ensure you have the following:

• Host computer with at least 4 GB RAM and 15 GB free disk space
• high-speed internet to download VirtualBox and the DEVASC VM

Download VirtualBox

Start by installing the virtualization software and importing the DEVASC VM.

1. Download VirtualBox from https://www.virtualbox.org
2. Choose the correct installation file for your operating system
3. Run the installer and accept default settings
4. Open VirtualBox after installation

Import the DEVASC VM

Next, import the DEVASC VM into VirtualBox.

1. Download the pre-build OVA file: Google Drive

2. In VirtualBox, go to File > Import Appliance

   

3. Select Local File System and browse to the downloaded VM.

   

4. Review the details, then click Finish

   

5. Wait a few minutes for the VM to finish importing

6. Select the VM and click Start to launch the VM.

   

7. Continue starting the virtual machine and accept the Cisco Packet Tracer license to proceed.

   • Use arrow keys to scroll the license text
   • Press Right Arrow to select <OK> after reading
   • Press Space Bar to move to the Agreement screen
   • Press Left Arrow to select <I Agree>

   

8. The Ubuntu image will continue to load. Close any popup messages.

   After the desktop loads, the VM is ready is to use for the labs.