Do This First

Before jumping into the fun stuff, let’s set up your tools. This guide walks you through everything — from installing VMware to firing up your first EVE-NG lab. It’s quick, simple, and beginner-friendly.

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Let’s Set Things Up (The Right Way)

You’re not just here to “study CCNA” —
You’re here to build real skills.
So before we jump into the first lab, let’s get your tools ready.

No worries — I’ll walk you through it, step by step.

What You Need to Run Labs

RAM: 6GB

CPU: 2 vCPUs

That’s it. If your system can handle this, you’re good to go.

Step 1 — Installing VMware Workstation Pro (Let’s Keep It Simple)

This is where everything begins.

We’ll run EVE-NG (our lab simulator) inside VMware — like a virtual computer inside your real computer.
It’s free, simple to install, and works great.

Do This First

Let’s Set Things Up (The Right Way)

Step 1 — Installing VMware Workstation Pro (Let’s Keep It Simple)

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