Download [hot] Cat9kv-prd-17.12.01prd9.qcow2

Cisco Catalyst 9000v (virtual switch/router) QEMU disk image

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5. Potential Downsides

The image is primarily distributed through official Cisco enterprise channels: What's New in Cisco IOS XE Dublin 17.12.x - Release Notes

While physical Cat9k switches require specific hardware for features like UADP ASICs, the virtual edition supports most Layer 2/3 protocols, VXLAN, segment routing, and programmability (NETCONF/RESTCONF). download cat9kv-prd-17.12.01prd9.qcow2

Resource Demand

: Typically requires 16GB-24GB RAM and 4 vCPUs per node.

image can operate in different modes depending on the folder name used in emulators like Regular Mode: 9 total ports (8 Data + 1 Management). Silicon 1 (Q200) Mode: 25 total ports; emulates high-density ASIC behavior UADP Mode: Cisco Catalyst 9000v (virtual switch/router) QEMU disk image

Operating System

: Runs Cisco IOS XE 17.12.1 , providing access to advanced features like SD-Access, EVPN-VXLAN, and model-driven programmability.

The prd9 suffix suggests it includes cumulative fixes over earlier prd builds of the same minor version. Always prefer the highest build number for a given release. Silicon 1 (Q200) Mode: 25 total ports; emulates

Running this virtual switch is resource-intensive compared to older IOSv images: