: Unlike physical routers, this image is optimized as a QEMU virtual machine , allowing you to run multiple instances on standard PC hardware with roughly 512MB–768MB of RAM per node.
: This part of the string suggests it's related to an IOS or IOS-XE image. Specifically: viosadventerprisek9mvmdkspa1562tqcow2 patched
: This indicates it is a Virtual IOS image with the "Advanced Enterprise" feature set. This includes high-level features like MPLS, advanced routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), and security features (K9). m : Typically indicates the image runs in RAM. : Unlike physical routers, this image is optimized
: Some "patched" versions are modified to bypass the requirement for a Cisco VIRL (now Cisco Modeling Labs) subscription or to suppress "smart licensing" nag messages that can clutter the console. image you need
image you need. However, when you first boot it in GNS3, it consumes 100% of your host's CPU and never reaches the "Router>" prompt. The Patch Benefit: By using a
: Move the .qcow2 file into the folder using SCP or SFTP.