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Free EVE-NG
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Build your first virtual network,
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30 practical lessons to install EVE-NG, add network device images and build your own labs. Follow the course from your first setup to managing complete topologies, at your own pace.

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Learn EVE-NG, one lab at a time An illustrated lesson screen with a large orange play symbol, a connected network topology, and lesson cards for setup, network images, and building labs. EVE-NG CLASSROOM Build your first lab VIDEO LESSONS 01Set up EVE-NG 02Add images 03Build a lab

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COURSE CURRICULUM

From setup to your first lab.

30 practical lessons in four modules. Set up EVE-NG, add your images, and learn the tools to build and manage your labs.

30 lessons · 4 modules

01 · EVE-NG Installation & Setup

11 lessons

Learn how to install and configure EVE-NG from scratch. Explore system requirements, different installation methods, VMware Workstation, bare-metal installation, and ESXi deployment. You'll also learn how to access the EVE-NG web interface, install the Windows client tools, and build your first virtual networking lab.

  • 1.1. EVE-NG System Requirements
  • 1.2. Understanding EVE-NG Installation Methods
  • 1.3. Installing VMware Workstation Player
  • 1.4. Downloading the EVE-NG ISO File
  • 1.5. EVE-NG Bare-Metal Installation: Part 1
  • 1.6. EVE-NG Bare-Metal Installation: Part 2
  • 1.7. Accessing the EVE-NG Web Interface for the First Time
  • 1.8. Installing EVE-NG in VMware Workstation Using OVA or VMDK
  • 1.9. Installing EVE-NG on VMware ESXi
  • 1.10. Installing the EVE-NG Windows Client
  • 1.11. Building Your First EVE-NG Lab

6 lessons

Learn how to install and manage network device images in EVE-NG. Understand folder structures and naming conventions, deploy Cisco ASAv, Dynamips IOS, and Cisco IOL/IOU images, and troubleshoot common installation issues. You'll also explore the differences between Native and HTML5 consoles.

  • 2.1. Understanding Image Folder Structures and Naming Conventions
  • 2.2. Installing Cisco ASAv QEMU Images in EVE-NG
  • 2.3. Installing Dynamips IOS Images in EVE-NG
  • 2.4. Installing Cisco IOL/IOU Images in EVE-NG
  • 2.5. Troubleshooting Image Folder Structure Issues
  • 2.6. Understanding Native and HTML5 Consoles

3 lessons

Get familiar with the EVE-NG management interface and its available features. Through three focused lessons, you'll explore the management menu and learn how to navigate and use its tools to manage your virtual networking environment.

  • 3.1. Exploring the EVE-NG Management Menu: Part 1
  • 3.2. Exploring the EVE-NG Management Menu: Part 2
  • 3.3. Exploring the EVE-NG Management Menu: Part 3

10 lessons

Learn how to customize and manage your EVE-NG labs using the sidebar tools. Explore lab settings, add objects, images, shapes, and text to your topologies, configure network clouds and nodes, and manage startup configurations and lab operations.

  • 4.1. Understanding Lab Preview and Global Settings
  • 4.2. Adding Objects to Your EVE-NG Topology
  • 4.3. Adding Images to Your EVE-NG Topology
  • 4.4. Adding Custom Shapes to Your EVE-NG Topology
  • 4.5. Adding Text to Your EVE-NG Topology
  • 4.6. Configuring Network Clouds in EVE-NG
  • 4.7. Configuring Nodes and Network Clouds
  • 4.8. Understanding Startup Configurations
  • 4.9. Exploring Additional Lab Actions
  • 4.10. Understanding EVE-NG Lab Status

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Learn with Ali.

Founder of Dynamips Udemy instructor

A network engineering and virtualization specialist, Ali brings his experience as an Udemy instructor to practical, step-by-step EVE-NG lessons.

Follow along as you set up your environment, add network images and build your own labs.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

A few things to know.

If you have any questions, you can reach out to me anytime.

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We limit registrations to ensure each participant receives adequate support and resources. Our commitment to quality education means prioritizing a manageable class size for optimal learning experiences.

We believe in accessible education for all. This course is sponsored by partners who share our vision, allowing us to offer it free to participants. Our goal is to empower individuals with valuable skills without financial barriers.

EVE-NG course covers everything from basic setup to advanced network emulations using EVE-NG. You'll gain hands-on experience instrumental in your networking career or studies.

No prior experience is necessary. The course is designed to guide beginners through EVE-NG's functionalities and challenge those with some networking background.

No, this course does not provide a certificate upon completion. It offers practical knowledge and skills to apply directly to your work or studies.

The course is designed to be intuitive, minimizing the likelihood of encountering issues. However, should you have any questions in any lesson, you can post your query below. I will personally respond to your questions, ensuring you have the support you need to succeed.

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