📀 Installation instructions - PNetLab v6 BETA release
⚠️ Read the full instructions and important notes before starting the process. After you finish reading them, follow the process step by step.
Step 1
Download the Ubuntu Server 20.04 ISO and install the OS on a VM or bare metal.
Step 2
Run the installation script as root (copy-paste the full thing):
curl -sL https://labhub.eu.org/api/raw/?path=/UNETLAB%20I/upgrades_pnetlab/Focal/install_pnetlab_v6.sh | bash
After the installation script finishes running, reboot the server.
ℹ️ Important notes
- Make sure to enable Virtualization on your system BIOS and make sure your hardware supports nested virtualization.
Check if you meet the requirements by running:
grep -cw vmx /proc/cpuinfo
Check if KVM was installed correctly after the installation script finishes running:
kvm-ok
- When installed on GCP, skip the setup wizard by pressing CTRL + C after the first reboot and if you're tired of having to do that at every login, ask how to disable in this chat.
⚠️ Remember this version is still on beta so you might encounter bugs and unfinished features.
Hi folks
Has anyone managed to run Cisco FMC 7.4.2 or 7.7 on pnet?
I'm getting a blank page when I try to login and do the initial configuration.
Also tried with 6.7 FMC, it works, but the deployment fails with strange errors.
What are the latest working FTD/FMC images?
ishare2:
ishare2 installation instructions
Ensure your DNS is functioning correctly by pinging GitHub or Google:
ping raw.githubusercontent.com
0. (Optional) Remove old ishare2 configuration files:
rm -rf /opt/ishare2/ && rm -rf /usr/sbin/ishare2
1. Run the quick one-line installation command:
wget -O /usr/sbin/ishare2 https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ishare2-org/ishare2-cli/main/ishare2 && chmod +x /usr/sbin/ishare2 && ishare2
2. Enjoy ishare2!
Extra notes:
- If you face errors downloading images with ishare2 run:
ishare2 config
Then press enter in all questions to use the default configuration.
- If you encounter any errors while configuring ishare2 related to the site i-share.top, send #remove_ishare to this chat to learn how to fix it.
See more installation methods in the GitHub README
hi everyone i have pnetlab version 5 which i have cisco switch vios that is 2-15.2.1.advanc but it have 8G port and testing i want 24G port i have changed the Ethernet from 8 to 16 and 24 on both i get error anyone have Switch Cisco Version that support 24G port ?
Setup Help 📌
Hello Network Warriors,
I recently purchased a FortiGate 60F device to build my home lab for NSE8 preparation, especially to cover the NSE4-level UTM features. However, I just realized that the device does not include a UTM license, and I’m currently not in a position to afford the full subscription.
After losing a project in my last role, I’ve been in a bit of a mental block – scared to make mistakes, hesitant to request NFRs, and unsure how to proceed. But I’m determined to bounce back and upskill.
📌 I’m looking for:
- Any home-use programs or NFR options Fortinet might offer for individual learners.
- Suggestions on how to simulate UTM features in a hybrid lab (I’m using EVE-NG alongside the physical 60F).
- Anyone who has walked this path and can share tips or encouragement.
- This is not for enterprise deployment – just for lab practice and certification. If you’ve been here, or can guide me, I’d be truly grateful.
Let’s keep learning and growing. 💪
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