Evaluation: Vios-adventerprisek9-m.vmdk.spa.157-3.m3
Components of the File Name
- Vios: This likely refers to the specific IOS version or type, targeted for virtual environments.
- adventerprisek9: This denotes the feature set, which includes advanced enterprise features and supports a wide range of functionalities.
- m: Stands for the specific platform or type of image; 'm' often represents a universal or specific hardware model compatibility.
- vmdk: This is a virtual machine disk format, indicating it's meant for a virtual environment, likely VMware.
- spa: This could refer to a specific packaging or distribution format.
- 157-3: This likely indicates the software version or build number.
- m3: This could denote the specific hardware or another form of classification.
3.2. First Boot & Initial Configuration
- Console will show IOS boot process
- If no config exists, it enters System Configuration Dialog
- Press
Ctrl+Cto skip setup mode - Enter privileged EXEC:
Router> enable Router#
4. Licensing
This image requires a Right-to-Use (RTU) or Smart License for Advanced Enterprise features.
Step 3: Adjust Network Adapters
- Add 4 to 16 VMXNET3 adapters.
- For lab routing, attach each adapter to a different port group (VLAN).