(YT)David Bombal https://stream.echo6.co/c/david-bombal/videos Imported from YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@davidbombal Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:17:55 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://stream.echo6.co (YT)David Bombal https://stream.echo6.co/client/assets/images/icons/icon-512x512.png https://stream.echo6.co/c/david-bombal/videos All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://stream.echo6.co/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder. https://stream.echo6.co/feeds/podcast/videos.xml?videoChannelId=21 <![CDATA[CML (VIRL 2) terminal server: SSH, multiple tabs, scripts and more]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/dXQzq7HLyEyuSjoxP7e6j3 https://stream.echo6.co/w/dXQzq7HLyEyuSjoxP7e6j3 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:04:25 GMT CML 2 (VIRL 2) has a built-in multiplexing terminal server that allows you to SSH directly to devices running in VIRL. You can either SSH to the terminal server and then use commands to access devices, or you can SSH directly to the individual devices. The advantage of this is that you can use applications such SecureCRT, Royal TSX or SolarPutty that support multiple tabs to easily access individual devices running with in VIRL.

This is Part 4 of my VIRL series showing you how to download, install and configure Cisco VIRL 2. The new version of Cisco VIRL allows you to create virtual Cisco networks using just your Web browser. You don't have to use a thick client or any other software - everything is included and everything is easy to use.

The new version of Cisco VIRL 2 is one of your best options for CCNA, CCNP and CCIE Labs. VIRL 2 has multiple advantages over other platforms such as GNS3 or EVE-NG. VIRL 2 supports an HTML5 web client and contains all the Cisco IOS images. You don't have to use a thick client like you do with GNS3. You don't have to follow a convoluted process to get Cisco images working like you do with EVE-NG.

You don't have to try to find images as they are all included as part of your VIRL subscription and by simply mapping an ISO drive to your virtual machine you can immediately start using all Cisco IOS images in your topologies. Both EVE-NG and GNS3 require that you provide your own IOS images - typically they recommend that you buy a VIRL subscription anyway. That means that you are already paying for VIRL.

VIRL2 is also an official Cisco product - that means that you don't have to worry about any gray legal issues with regards to running Cisco IOS images on your laptop. This is an official Cisco product that is supported by Cisco. By paying your yearly subscription fee of $199, you can use Cisco IOS images such as IOSv, IOSvL2, ASAv, NX-OSv and others without any worries. VIRL 2 has everything you need to get started.

Disadvantages include the requirement to license your installation. That however has been simplified dramatically from previous releases. There is also a 20 node limited in topologies. However, for most of us that is fine for a lot of labs.

Is VIRL better than GNS3 or EVE-NG? In many ways it is. But, all platforms have advantages and disadvantages. If you are studying for your ccie, you many prefer gns3 or eve-ng as they don't limit the number of devices in a topology like virl does. VIRL-PE limits you to 20 devices - so your topologies cannot be massive like they could with gns3 or eve ng. However, if you are studying for your ccna or ccnp, VIRL may be more than enough.

Cisco have made massive changes to their certification programs and it is fantastic to see the new version of VIRL in action.

Menu:
Overview: 0:00
VIRL setup: 1:05
SSH to VIRL Console Server: 2:14
Console Server commands: 2:45
Putty connections: 6:14
Script logins: 9:20
Using multiple tabs: 12:30

Videos mentioned:
VIR2 Part 1: https://youtu.be/sW5-jHLygFg

VIRL
VIRL 2
CML
Cisco Modeling Labs
EVE-NG
GNS3
Packet Tracer
CCNA
Cisco Devnet Associate

CCNP Enterprise
CCNP Security
CCNP Data Center
CCNP Service Provider
CCNP Collaboration
Cisco Certified Devnet Professional
Cisco Certified Network Professional

LPIC 1
LPIC 2
Linux Professional Institute
LX0-103
LX0-104
XK0-004

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]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult CML (VIRL 2) terminal server: SSH, multiple tabs, scripts and more CML 2 (VIRL 2) has a built-in multiplexing terminal server that allows you to SSH directly to devices running in VIRL. You can either SSH to the terminal server and then use commands to access devices, or you can SSH directly to the individual dev... <![CDATA[WiFi 6 put to the test! 802.11ax iPhone 11 any good?]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/o1QmzvTMn8CsSto297LqLh https://stream.echo6.co/w/o1QmzvTMn8CsSto297LqLh Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:04:12 GMT Does the iPhone 11 perform better than an iPhone 10 XS Max and iPhone X when using WiFi 6? What about a PC upgraded to use WiFi 6? Is it worth it upgrading your network to WiFi 6 (802.11ax)?

In this video I show you the performance of multiple devices - iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone X, iPhone 7 and PC - when using a Netgear Nighthawk AX6000 RAX80 Router. Is wifi 6 better? I think so based on my tests. I am getting over 800 Mbps on a iPhone and over 900 Mbps with a PC. I think that is good performance! However, this is in a test environment - your results may vary depending on where you position the WiFi access point or router and what interference you encounter (thick walls, metal etc). You also need devices that support 802.11ax such as a Galaxy S10 or iPhone 11. Without Wi-fi 6 or 802.11ax support, you may not see much difference in your tests.

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Menu:

Overview 0:00
Spoiler results: 2:41
Is is worth buying a wifi 6 router? 3:52
Technical content start: 4:40
Unboxing: 4:57
iPhone 11, XS Max, X, 7 Wifi 6 testing: 9:10
PC WiFi 6 network card testing: 12:58

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Devices used:

Netgear Router: https://amzn.to/2RzHwIB
WiFi card: https://amzn.to/3aLpX01

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#wifi #iphone #wifi6

]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult WiFi 6 put to the test! 802.11ax iPhone 11 any good? Does the iPhone 11 perform better than an iPhone 10 XS Max and iPhone X when using WiFi 6? What about a PC upgraded to use WiFi 6? Is it worth it upgrading your network to WiFi 6 (802.11ax)? In this video I show you the performance of multiple d... <![CDATA[All I need is 443? CML-P (VIRL 2)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/nh5pDXUbDhMh9aVEX1FP2C https://stream.echo6.co/w/nh5pDXUbDhMh9aVEX1FP2C Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:03:55 GMT The only port you need to open on a CML-P (VIRL 2) server is 443. You can telnet to devices using an encrypted, authenticated tunnel using the local breakout tool that comes with CML-P. No need to open lots of port numbers on your firewall. Just open TLS (Port 443) and you can connect remotely to the server. Very nice feature! I like this.

This is Part 5 of my CML-P (VIRL 2) series showing you how to download, install and configure Cisco VIRL 2 (CML-P). The new version of Cisco VIRL allows you to create virtual Cisco networks using just your Web browser. You don't have to use a thick client or any other software - everything is included and everything is easy to use.

The new version of Cisco VIRL 2 is one of your best options for CCNA, CCNP and CCIE Labs. VIRL 2 has multiple advantages over other platforms such as GNS3 or EVE-NG. VIRL 2 supports an HTML5 web client and contains all the Cisco IOS images. You don't have to use a thick client like you do with GNS3. You don't have to follow a convoluted process to get Cisco images working like you do with EVE-NG.

You don't have to try to find images as they are all included as part of your VIRL subscription and by simply mapping an ISO drive to your virtual machine you can immediately start using all Cisco IOS images in your topologies. Both EVE-NG and GNS3 require that you provide your own IOS images - typically they recommend that you buy a VIRL subscription anyway. That means that you are already paying for VIRL.

VIRL2 is also an official Cisco product - that means that you don't have to worry about any gray legal issues with regards to running Cisco IOS images on your laptop. This is an official Cisco product that is supported by Cisco. By paying your yearly subscription fee of $199, you can use Cisco IOS images such as IOSv, IOSvL2, ASAv, NX-OSv and others without any worries. VIRL 2 has everything you need to get started.

Disadvantages include the requirement to license your installation. That however has been simplified dramatically from previous releases. There is also a 20 node limited in topologies. However, for most of us that is fine for a lot of labs.

Is VIRL better than GNS3 or EVE-NG? In many ways it is. But, all platforms have advantages and disadvantages. If you are studying for your ccie, you many prefer gns3 or eve-ng as they don't limit the number of devices in a topology like virl does. VIRL-PE limits you to 20 devices - so your topologies cannot be massive like they could with gns3 or eve ng. However, if you are studying for your ccna or ccnp, VIRL may be more than enough.

Cisco have made massive changes to their certification programs and it is fantastic to see the new version of VIRL in action.

Menu:
VIRL 2 name change: 0:00
Overview of Breakout Tool: 0:51
Lab Overview: 3:30
Download Breakout Tool: 4:40
Configure Breakout Tool: 6:15
View available labs: 9:14
Connect to lab devices: 9:56
Wireshark captures: 13:50
Shutdown Breakout Tool: 15:20

Videos mentioned:
VIR2 Part 1: https://youtu.be/sW5-jHLygFg

VIRL
VIRL 2
CML-P
CML
Cisco Modeling Labs
Cisco Modeling Labs - Personal
EVE-NG
GNS3
Packet Tracer
CCNA
Cisco Devnet Associate

CCNP Enterprise
CCNP Security
CCNP Data Center
CCNP Service Provider
CCNP Collaboration
Cisco Certified Devnet Professional
Cisco Certified Network Professional

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#virl #ccna #cml

]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult All I need is 443? CML-P (VIRL 2) The only port you need to open on a CML-P (VIRL 2) server is 443. You can telnet to devices using an encrypted, authenticated tunnel using the local breakout tool that comes with CML-P. No need to open lots of port numbers on your firewall. Just o... <![CDATA[Free CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Complete Course: 6.4: REST APIs Part 2]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/u9JkKCfohZm5zHxet6jnPn https://stream.echo6.co/w/u9JkKCfohZm5zHxet6jnPn Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:03:41 GMT This is a FREE complete CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Course. In this second REST API video I demonstrate the use of REST APIs using Cisco DNA Center. We post PostMan to POST and GET information from the server. You need to know (REST) Application Programming interfaces (APIs) for the CCNP ENCOR exam. In the next video we interact with a REST API on a Cisco router.

It's important that you learn both REST APIs and Python for the ENCOR exam as well as the real world.

I will be covering all the topics in the Cisco CCNP ENCOR exam in this course. I want to make this content practical and it will include a lots of labs and demonstrations to help you better understand topics on the exam.

Slides:
https://bit.ly/encorapi2

Previous video:
https://youtu.be/5iA_ZBcFwEU

CCNP ENCOR playlist:
https://bit.ly/freeccnp

Menu:
Overview: 0:00
Cisco DNA Center Demo: 1:37
Postman download and installation: 3:35
REST API token: 5:10
REST GET 8:29
REST API Filtering: 11:50
REST API Codes: 14:15
Full DNA Lab: 18:35

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#ccnp #encor #restapi

]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult Free CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Complete Course: 6.4: REST APIs Part 2 This is a FREE complete CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Course. In this second REST API video I demonstrate the use of REST APIs using Cisco DNA Center. We post PostMan to POST and GET information from the server. You need to know (REST) Application Programmin... <![CDATA[Kali Linux: Hacking DHCP and MITM]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/6xxhsM4oALWdXPi7a5XFWz https://stream.echo6.co/w/6xxhsM4oALWdXPi7a5XFWz Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:03:22 GMT Learn how to hack DHCP with Kali Linux! Learn how to use Kali Linux to use a Denial of service attack (DOS) against a DHCP server; set up a rogue DHCP server on Kali Linux and then get hosts to send traffic via Kali Linux so you can use a man-in-the-middle (MITM) attack and capture packets and see usernames and passwords using Wireshark.

It's can be so easy to hack badly configured networks with Kali Linux! Make sure you have got your network configured securely. Otherwise, look how you can hack networks using Kali Linux running on a Windows 10 computer and applications like Yersinia! It's important that you as a network professional know how to protect networks from hackers. Even the new Cisco CCNA 200-301 exam covers some of these hacking topics. Don't just learn the theory of hacking, learn how to hack practically.

In this Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux playlist, I'm going to show you step by step how to hack and protect networks.

Menu:
Overview: 0:00
Network Setup: 2:44
DHCP Denial of service attack: 7:18
Rogue DHCP Server: 10:14
Forward traffic via Kali: 14:14
Capture Passwords using Wireshark: 14:51

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Referenced Videos:

DHCP Basics: https://youtu.be/Dp2mFo3YSDY
EVE-NG: https://youtu.be/FDbgTlr-tnw
GNS3: https://youtu.be/Ibe3hgP8gCA
Kali: https://youtu.be/K1bMSPje6pw

kali linux
Hacking
Ethical hacking

EVE-NG
GNS3
VIRL
Packet Tracer
10x Engineer
CCNA
Cisco Devnet Associate

CCNP Enterprise
CCNP Security
CCNP Data Center
CCNP Service Provider
CCNP Collaboration
Cisco Certified Devnet Professional
Cisco Certified Network Professional

LPIC 1
LPIC 2
Linux Professional Institute
LX0-103
LX0-104
XK0-004

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#kalilinux #ethicalhacking #hacker

]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult Kali Linux: Hacking DHCP and MITM Learn how to hack DHCP with Kali Linux! Learn how to use Kali Linux to use a Denial of service attack (DOS) against a DHCP server; set up a rogue DHCP server on Kali Linux and then get hosts to send traffic via Kali Linux so you can use a man-in-t... <![CDATA[How to change Windows 10 MAC Addresses - WiFi and Ethernet]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/qodim3pWECoBBqCyeg9oXP https://stream.echo6.co/w/qodim3pWECoBBqCyeg9oXP Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:03:07 GMT Need to change either your WiFi or Ethernet MAC addresses? This video shows you how. Do this to bypass MAC address filters, port security, time limits or just for Ethical hacking. I'll show you tow methods - using the Windows GUI and the Windows registry. You can spoof your windows mac address easily - no need to purchase or use software. Simply use the GUI or the Window's registry editor.

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Free Cheatsheet:

Download the PDF here: http://bit.ly/windowsmacaddress

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Menu:

Overview: 0:00
Free Cheatsheet PDF: 1:55
Reasons to do this: 2:10
Easy Method: 4:24
Difficult Method (Windows Registry): 8:20

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Free and trial Network Software:

Solar-PuTTY: http://bit.ly/SolarPutty
SolarWinds TFTP Server: http://bit.ly/2mbtD6j
WAN Killer: http://bit.ly/wankiller
Engineers Toolset: http://bit.ly/gns3toolset
IP Address Scanner: http://bit.ly/swipscan
Network Device Scanner: http://bit.ly/swnetscan
Wifi Heat Map: http://bit.ly/wifiheat
Wifi Analyzer: http://bit.ly/swwifianalyzer
SolarWinds NPM: http://bit.ly/getnpm

Windows 10
MAC addresses
kali linux
hacking
ethical hacking
ceh
oscp

EVE-NG
GNS3
VIRL
10x Engineer
CCNA

CCNP Enterprise
CCNP Security
CCNP Data Center
CCNP Service Provider
CCNP Collaboration
Cisco Certified Devnet Professional
Cisco Certified Network Professional

LPIC 1
LPIC 2
Linux Professional Institute
LX0-103
LX0-104
XK0-004

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#macaddress #windows10 #mac

]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult How to change Windows 10 MAC Addresses - WiFi and Ethernet Need to change either your WiFi or Ethernet MAC addresses? This video shows you how. Do this to bypass MAC address filters, port security, time limits or just for Ethical hacking. I'll show you tow methods - using the Windows GUI and the Windows r... <![CDATA[CML for FREE! (VIRL 2)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/bkumrJozzsGhbSkF8kFEPD https://stream.echo6.co/w/bkumrJozzsGhbSkF8kFEPD Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:02:54 GMT You can now access Cisco Modeling Labs (CML) for free! Thanks to Cisco DevNet, you use a cloud based version of CML for free. All you need is your web browser (you will need to install Cisco AnyConnect VPN client to access the labs remotely).

This is Part 6 of my CML (VIRL 2) series showing you how to download, install and configure Cisco VIRL 2 (CML-P). The new version of Cisco VIRL allows you to create virtual Cisco networks using just your Web browser. You don't have to use a thick client or any other software - everything is included and everything is easy to use.

The new version of Cisco VIRL 2 is one of your best options for CCNA, CCNP and CCIE Labs. VIRL 2 has multiple advantages over other platforms such as GNS3 or EVE-NG. VIRL 2 supports an HTML5 web client and contains all the Cisco IOS images. You don't have to use a thick client like you do with GNS3. You don't have to follow a convoluted process to get Cisco images working like you do with EVE-NG.

You don't have to try to find images as they are all included as part of your VIRL subscription and by simply mapping an ISO drive to your virtual machine you can immediately start using all Cisco IOS images in your topologies. Both EVE-NG and GNS3 require that you provide your own IOS images - typically they recommend that you buy a VIRL subscription anyway. That means that you are already paying for VIRL.

VIRL2 is also an official Cisco product - that means that you don't have to worry about any gray legal issues with regards to running Cisco IOS images on your laptop. This is an official Cisco product that is supported by Cisco. By paying your yearly subscription fee of $199, you can use Cisco IOS images such as IOSv, IOSvL2, ASAv, NX-OSv and others without any worries. VIRL 2 has everything you need to get started.

Disadvantages include the requirement to license your installation. That however has been simplified dramatically from previous releases. There is also a 20 node limited in topologies. However, for most of us that is fine for a lot of labs.

Is VIRL better than GNS3 or EVE-NG? In many ways it is. But, all platforms have advantages and disadvantages. If you are studying for your ccie, you many prefer gns3 or eve-ng as they don't limit the number of devices in a topology like virl does. VIRL-PE limits you to 20 devices - so your topologies cannot be massive like they could with gns3 or eve ng. However, if you are studying for your ccna or ccnp, VIRL may be more than enough.

Cisco have made massive changes to their certification programs and it is fantastic to see the new version of VIRL in action.

Menu:
Overview: 0:00
More surprises: 2:10
Differences between CML-E and CML-P: 3:04
Link to access CML lab: 4:39
How to book a lab: 5:12
AnyConnect VPN Software: 7:40
Access the Lab: 9:11
Troubleshooting: 10:15
Login in to CML: 13:00
Create and configure own lab: 14:00

Videos mentioned:
CML-P Part 1: https://youtu.be/sW5-jHLygFg
Previous DevNet VIRL: https://youtu.be/TmGNtvh1eeY

Cisco Modeling Labs
CML-P
CML-E
VIRL
VIRL 2
CML
Cisco Modeling Labs - Personal
EVE-NG
GNS3
Packet Tracer
CCNA
Cisco Devnet Associate

CCNP Enterprise
CCNP Security
CCNP Data Center
CCNP Service Provider
CCNP Collaboration
Cisco Certified Devnet Professional
Cisco Certified Network Professional

Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel!

#cml #devnet #ccna

]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult CML for FREE! (VIRL 2) You can now access Cisco Modeling Labs (CML) for free! Thanks to Cisco DevNet, you use a cloud based version of CML for free. All you need is your web browser (you will need to install Cisco AnyConnect VPN client to access the labs remotely). Thi... <![CDATA[GNS3 Installation]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/skVc8v6Y9Xk3HQnSZ8cBh6 https://stream.echo6.co/w/skVc8v6Y9Xk3HQnSZ8cBh6 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:02:41 GMT Want to know how to install, configure and setup GNS3 2.2? Well, these videos show you how. In this first video, I show you how to download the components you require and how to install the GNS3 GUI on Windows 10. We build a basic network using GNS3 version 22. In subsequent videos I'll show you how to use the GNS3 2.2 Web-UI and GNS3 VM and then how to build a network using Cisco VIRL IOS images.

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Menu:

Overview: 0:00
Download GNS3: 2:38
Install GNS3 GUI: 4:27
GNS3 start: 7:36
First GNS3 project: 9:10
Change symbols / icons: 10:12
SolarPutty fonts: 11:50
Configure VPCS PCs: 13:24
Save topology: 14:18
Restart GNS3: 14:53

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GNS3 links:

GNS3 website: https://gns3.com/
GNS3 GitHub page: https://github.com/GNS3/gns3-gui/releases

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Books:

Cisco Press Book: https://amzn.to/2LpaU1a
Good O'Reilly Book: https://amzn.to/2Lpbw6Z

10x Engineer
CCNA
Cisco Devnet Associate

CCNP Enterprise
CCNP Security
CCNP Data Center
CCNP Service Provider
CCNP Collaboration
Cisco Certified Devnet Professional
Cisco Certified Network Professional

LPIC 1
LPIC 2
Linux Professional Institute
LX0-103
LX0-104
XK0-004

#gns3 #eveng #virl

]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult GNS3 Installation Want to know how to install, configure and setup GNS3 2.2? Well, these videos show you how. In this first video, I show you how to download the components you require and how to install the GNS3 GUI on Windows 10. We build a basic network using GN... <![CDATA[CML-P (VIRL 2) ASAv install and configuration]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/r6RsVzpr5ndNby4eHkKBUG https://stream.echo6.co/w/r6RsVzpr5ndNby4eHkKBUG Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:02:30 GMT It's really easy to go from zero to a working Cisco ASA network using Cisco Cisco Modeling Labs - Personal (Previously called VIRL 2). No longer do you need to struggle to build networks that consist of Cisco ASAs - you can get a network up and running in a few minutes using Cisco CML-P.

The initial installation of CML-P (VIRL 2) is easy. The import of ASAv appliances is easy. It is also easy to get things working. VIRL 2 is so much better than VIRL 1.

This is Part 3 of my VIRL series showing you how to download, install and configure Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2). The new version of Cisco VIRL allows you to create virtual Cisco networks using just your Web browser. You don't have to use a thick client or any other software - everything is included and everything is easy to use.

The new version of Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2) is one of your best options for CCNA, CCNP and CCIE Labs. VIRL 2 has multiple advantages over other platforms such as GNS3 or EVE-NG. VIRL 2 supports an HTML5 web client and contains all the Cisco IOS images. You don't have to use a thick client like you do with GNS3. You don't have to follow a convoluted process to get Cisco images working like you do with EVE-NG.

You don't have to try to find images as they are all included as part of your VIRL subscription and by simply mapping an ISO drive to your virtual machine you can immediately start using all Cisco IOS images in your topologies. Both EVE-NG and GNS3 require that you provide your own IOS images - typically they recommend that you buy a VIRL subscription anyway. That means that you are already paying for VIRL.

VIRL2 is also an official Cisco product - that means that you don't have to worry about any gray legal issues with regards to running Cisco IOS images on your laptop. This is an official Cisco product that is supported by Cisco. By paying your yearly subscription fee of $199, you can use Cisco IOS images such as IOSv, IOSvL2, ASAv, NX-OSv and others without any worries. VIRL 2 has everything you need to get started.

Disadvantages include the requirement to license your installation. That however has been simplified dramatically from previous releases. There is also a 20 node limited in topologies. However, for most of us that is fine for a lot of labs.

Is VIRL better than GNS3 or EVE-NG? In many ways it is. But, all platforms have advantages and disadvantages. If you are studying for your ccie, you many prefer gns3 or eve-ng as they don't limit the number of devices in a topology like virl does. VIRL-PE limits you to 20 devices - so your topologies cannot be massive like they could with gns3 or eve ng. However, if you are studying for your ccna or ccnp, VIRL may be more than enough.

Cisco have made massive changes to their certification programs and it is fantastic to see the new version of VIRL in action.

Menu:
Overview: 0:00
Requirements: 1:36
Import OVA: 2:38
macBook specifications: 3:20
Customize VMware Settings: 3:34
Start VIRL: 4:30
Initial system wizard: 4:47
Browse to VIRL Web UI: 7:30
License the server: 8:09
Build my ASA Lab: 9:23
Start Lab: 10:34
Configure ASA: 14:05
Test network: 17:50
Conclusion: 18:38

Videos mentioned:
VIR2 Part 1: https://youtu.be/sW5-jHLygFg
VIRL 2 Cisco Live: https://youtu.be/5xUvqDMxH3g
VIRL 1 installation: https://youtu.be/Ie5GwqtUVc8

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Cisco ASAv configuration:

interface GigabitEthernet0/1
nameif outside
security-level 0
ip address 8.8.8.254 255.255.255.0
no shut
!
interface GigabitEthernet0/0
nameif inside
security-level 100
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]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult CML-P (VIRL 2) ASAv install and configuration It's really easy to go from zero to a working Cisco ASA network using Cisco Cisco Modeling Labs - Personal (Previously called VIRL 2). No longer do you need to struggle to build networks that consist of Cisco ASAs - you can get a network up and ru... <![CDATA[Free CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Complete Course: 6.4: REST APIs Part 3]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/xcY1KtQLAAEcWkGykY2Rs7 https://stream.echo6.co/w/xcY1KtQLAAEcWkGykY2Rs7 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:02:16 GMT This is a FREE complete CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Course. In this third REST API video I demonstrate the use of REST APIs using a Cisco IOS XE device. We use PostMan to GET, POST and DELETE interfaces on the IOS XE device. You need to know (REST) Application Programming interfaces (APIs) for the CCNP ENCOR exam. In the next video we will interact with a REST API on a Cisco router using a Python script.

It's important that you learn both REST APIs and Python for the ENCOR exam as well as the real world.

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]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult Christmas Giveaway Day 7: Your Last Chance. This is my last giveaway of 2019! You last chance to win CCNA, CCNP video courses, books and exam coupons - and much more - Python, Linux and more! Thank you for your support this year! Win Cisco Press CCNP Official Cert Guides, SDN courses, Wire... <![CDATA[Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2): Download, Install and Configure (Part 1)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/bYV2JMTgsyiJq4DbvgKhtY https://stream.echo6.co/w/bYV2JMTgsyiJq4DbvgKhtY Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:01:44 GMT Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2) is almost here: Learn how to download, install and configure Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2) using VMware Player and Windows 10. The new version of Cisco VIRL allows you to create virtual Cisco networks using just your Web browser. You don't have to use a thick client or any other software - everything is included and everything is easy to use.

The new version of Cisco VIRL 2 is one of your best options for CCNA, CCNP and CCIE Labs. VIRL 2 has multiple advantages over other platforms such as GNS3 or EVE-NG. VIRL 2 supports an HTML5 web client and contains all the Cisco IOS images. You don't have to use a thick client like you do with GNS3. You don't have to follow a convoluted process to get Cisco images working like you do with EVE-NG.

You don't have to try to find images as they are all included as part of your VIRL subscription and by simply mapping an ISO drive to your virtual machine you can immediately start using all Cisco IOS images in your topologies. Both EVE-NG and GNS3 require that you provide your own IOS images - typically they recommend that you buy a VIRL subscription anyway. That means that you are already paying for VIRL.

VIRL2 is also an official Cisco product - that means that you don't have to worry about any gray legal issues with regards to running Cisco IOS images on your laptop. This is an official Cisco product that is supported by Cisco. By paying your yearly subscription fee of $199, you can use Cisco IOS images such as IOSv, IOSvL2, ASAv, NX-OSv and others without any worries. VIRL 2 has everything you need to get started.

Disadvantages include the requirement to license your installation. That however has been simplified dramatically from previous releases. There is also a 20 node limited in topologies. However, for most of us that is fine for a lot of labs.

Is VIRL better than GNS3 or EVE-NG? In many ways it is. But, all platforms have advantages and disadvantages. If you are studying for your ccie, you many prefer gns3 or eve-ng as they don't limit the number of devices in a topology like virl does. VIRL-PE limits you to 20 devices - so your topologies cannot be massive like they could with gns3 or eve ng. However, if you are studying for your ccna or ccnp, VIRL may be more than enough.

Cisco have made massive changes to their certification programs and it is fantastic to see the new version of VIRL in action.

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Import VIRL into VMware Workstation Player: 10:45
Change VIRL settings: 11:58
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Connect Cisco images ISO to VM: 20:34
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VIRL 2 First Deployement Configuration Wizard: 21:57
VIRL CLI: 26:15
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Web UI login: 28:40
Create my first VIRL lab: 29:55
Licensing: 2nd video: https://youtu.be/Q-d1Ctdwxg0
Initial Cisco device configuration: 2nd video: https://youtu.be/Q-d1Ctdwxg0

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]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2): Download, Install and Configure (Part 1) Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2) is almost here: Learn how to download, install and configure Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2) using VMware Player and Windows 10. The new version of Cisco VIRL allows you to create virtual Cisco networks using just your Web browser. You d... <![CDATA[Packet Tracer Installation: macOS Catalina]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/ksyvTbZ7XVSKyUE1HamWrA https://stream.echo6.co/w/ksyvTbZ7XVSKyUE1HamWrA Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:01:29 GMT Packet Tracer is supported on macOS! Learn how to download Cisco Packet Tracer for free and install it on macOS Catalina. I'll also show you how to build a basic Cisco network using Cisco Packet Tracer. It's time to start studying to pass your CCNA 200-301 exam!

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]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult Packet Tracer Installation: macOS Catalina Packet Tracer is supported on macOS! Learn how to download Cisco Packet Tracer for free and install it on macOS Catalina. I'll also show you how to build a basic Cisco network using Cisco Packet Tracer. It's time to start studying to pass your CCN... <![CDATA[Free CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Complete Course: Exam Experience]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/eAzBkkhfnAyizhTrnGJzmi https://stream.echo6.co/w/eAzBkkhfnAyizhTrnGJzmi Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:01:13 GMT This is a FREE complete CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Course. I am going to be covering all the topics in the exam blueprint in this course. In this first video I discuss my exam experience using Cisco's online testing solution.

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]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult Free CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Complete Course: Exam Experience This is a FREE complete CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Course. I am going to be covering all the topics in the exam blueprint in this course. In this first video I discuss my exam experience using Cisco's online testing solution. I will be covering all the ... <![CDATA[Free CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Complete Course: 6.0 Overlay SDN and SD-Access networks]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/gU14eJsHJhtX38GLXW8LgM https://stream.echo6.co/w/gU14eJsHJhtX38GLXW8LgM Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:00:56 GMT This is a FREE complete CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Course. In this video we discuss overlay and underlay SDN networks and introduce SD-Access networks.

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]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult Free CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Complete Course: 6.0 Overlay SDN and SD-Access networks This is a FREE complete CCNP 350-401 ENCOR Course. In this video we discuss overlay and underlay SDN networks and introduce SD-Access networks. I'll discuss SD-Access in a lot more detail in subsequent videos. I will be covering all the topics ... <![CDATA[Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2): Download, Install and Configure (Part 2)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/jpLfo1pKU8Smetnairh3yq https://stream.echo6.co/w/jpLfo1pKU8Smetnairh3yq Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:00:41 GMT This is Part 2 of my CML-Personal (VIRL 2) series showing you how to download, install and configure Cisco Modeling Labs - Personal (VIRL 2) using VMware Player and Windows 10. The new version of Cisco VIRL allows you to create virtual Cisco networks using just your Web browser. You don't have to use a thick client or any other software - everything is included and everything is easy to use.

The new version of Cisco VIRL 2 is one of your best options for CCNA, CCNP and CCIE Labs. VIRL 2 has multiple advantages over other platforms such as GNS3 or EVE-NG. VIRL 2 supports an HTML5 web client and contains all the Cisco IOS images. You don't have to use a thick client like you do with GNS3. You don't have to follow a convoluted process to get Cisco images working like you do with EVE-NG.

You don't have to try to find images as they are all included as part of your VIRL subscription and by simply mapping an ISO drive to your virtual machine you can immediately start using all Cisco IOS images in your topologies. Both EVE-NG and GNS3 require that you provide your own IOS images - typically they recommend that you buy a VIRL subscription anyway. That means that you are already paying for VIRL.

VIRL2 is also an official Cisco product - that means that you don't have to worry about any gray legal issues with regards to running Cisco IOS images on your laptop. This is an official Cisco product that is supported by Cisco. By paying your yearly subscription fee of $199, you can use Cisco IOS images such as IOSv, IOSvL2, ASAv, NX-OSv and others without any worries. VIRL 2 has everything you need to get started.

Disadvantages include the requirement to license your installation. That however has been simplified dramatically from previous releases. There is also a 20 node limited in topologies. However, for most of us that is fine for a lot of labs.

Is VIRL better than GNS3 or EVE-NG? In many ways it is. But, all platforms have advantages and disadvantages. If you are studying for your ccie, you many prefer gns3 or eve-ng as they don't limit the number of devices in a topology like virl does. VIRL-PE limits you to 20 devices - so your topologies cannot be massive like they could with gns3 or eve ng. However, if you are studying for your ccna or ccnp, VIRL may be more than enough.

Cisco have made massive changes to their certification programs and it is fantastic to see the new version of VIRL in action.

Menu:
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Interface overview: 2:42
Open Device Console: 4:20
Configure Cisco Network: 5:30
Rename Nodes in VIRL: 7:20
Create loopbacks and enable OSPF: 7:57
Do I recommend VIRL? 11:00

Videos mentioned:
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VIRL 2 Cisco Live: https://youtu.be/5xUvqDMxH3g
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]]> (YT)David Bombal nonadult Cisco CML-P (VIRL 2): Download, Install and Configure (Part 2) This is Part 2 of my CML-Personal (VIRL 2) series showing you how to download, install and configure Cisco Modeling Labs - Personal (VIRL 2) using VMware Player and Windows 10. The new version of Cisco VIRL allows you to create virtual Cisco netwo... <![CDATA[Block ALL online Ads with Pi-Hole and the Brave Browser (bonus Tor)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/jA4FhVr3M7GemBiNNmceUe https://stream.echo6.co/w/jA4FhVr3M7GemBiNNmceUe Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:00:27 GMT Want to block all online Ads? Want anonymous Internet browsing? How about faster Internet? Use Pi-hole and the Brave Browser. Pi-hole is a fantastic DNS application that black holes all advertising and tracking domains for your entire network. You won't see any adverts on you phones, tablets or other devices. Brave blocks adverts, forces HTTPS upgrades and saves you bandwidth with the use of privacy shields. What I really like about Brave is that it includes Tor. So, if you want anonymous browsing and a secure Internet connection giving you privacy, you don't have to install the Tor browser, but you can get the features of Tor directly within Brave.

Pi-hole supports multiple linux operating systems including raspbian for raspberry pi. Don't waste bandwidth, don't waste time. Time to put your raspberry pi 4 or 3 to work! What a fantastic raspberry pi project - make your home network more secure and have faster Internet.

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