This repository provides a complete guide for students to set up a professional networking lab using GNS3 VM and PNETLab with VMware Workstation. It covers the complete virtualization setup process, including VMware installation, virtual machine deployment, resource allocation, network configuration, and integration of varioous images for practical lab simulations.
Before setting up the GNS3 VM or PNETLab environment, ensure that your system meets the following minimum requirements for stable virtualization performance and smooth lab operation.
- 64-bit Windows 10/11 Operating System.
- Intel VT-x / AMD-V Hardware Virtualization Enabled.
- Minimum 8 GB RAM (Recommended 16 GB+ for complex labs).
- Quad-Core Processor (Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 or Higher) with hardware virtualization support.
- VMware Workstation / VMware Player Installed.
- 50+ GB Available SSD Storage.
- Stable Internet Connectivity for downloads and updates.
If you want to set up PNETLab, follow the PNETLab Setup Guide.
If you want to set up GNS3 VM, follow the GNS3 VM Setup Guide.