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PicOS-V User Guide

PicOS-V is a free Virtual Machine (VM) from Pica8, and is the same as PicOS® Network Operating System (NOS) software contains all the same software features but in a VM format.

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PicOS-V Benefits
PicOS-V Scenario Introduction
PicOS-V Installation Steps

Why Choose PicOS-V?

  • Convenience

    Simulate multiple device models

  • Economy

    No need to purchase devices and licenses

  • Comprehensiveness

    Unified experience with AmpCon controller

  • Security

    Verify device configurations for compliance

PicOS-V Scenarios and Function Recommendations

PicOS-V Scenario Introduction

PicOS-V is the virtualized version of the PicOS Network Operating System (NOS) software. It configures all software features of PicOS within a virtual machine. However, certain hardware-specific features cannot be experienced in PicOS-V. As of June 2024, the detailed supported and unsupported features of PicOS-V are listed in the table below.

Common Feature Combination Configuration Methods

Functionality Experience Description

  • PicOS Command Line Interface Experience
  • PicOS System Interface Display
  • Layer 2 Feature_LACP
  • Layer 2 Feature_STP
  • Layer 3 Feature_IP Address Configuration
  • Layer 3 Feature_Connectivity Testing
  • DHCP
  • Layer 2 Feature_STP
  • Layer 2 Function_MLAG+VRRP
  • Layer 3 Function_Static Routing/Floating Static Routing
  • Layer 3 Function_Basic OSPF Configuration
  • Layer 3 Function_Basic RIP Configuration
  • Datacenter_BGP
  • DataCenter_VXLAN
  • DataCenter_Centralized Gateway
  • DataCenter_EVPN Distributed Gateway

Number of PicOS-V Switches

1

2

3

4

Number of CPU Cores

1

2

3

4

Amount of Memory

1

2

3

4

Configuration Method

Basic Feature Configuration
LACP ConfigurationSTP ConfigurationVXLAN Configuration
MSTP ConfigurationMLAG+VRRP ConfigurationStatic Routing ConfigurationOSPF ConfigurationRIP Configuration
BGP ConfigurationVXLAN ConfigurationVXLAN Routing ConfigurationEVPN Configuration

PicOS-V Installation Steps

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Comparison of PicOS-V Installation Methods
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Conditions for PicOS-V Installation
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Installation Guide for PicOS-V

Integrated Deployment

Install GNS3 only. When installing GNS3, the client and server are combined. Then upload PicOS-V to GNS3.

  • The installation method is relatively simple, and there is no need to install a separate server.
  • Integrated deployment saves more device resources.
  • There may be situations where the switch cannot start for an extended period.
  • It is inconvenient to share the test environment.

GNS3 Client

PicOS-V Image

Standalone Deployment

First, install the GNS3 server, then install the GNS3 client, and finally import PicOS-V into the GNS3 server.

  • Independent installation, deploying the GNS3 server on a separate server, and sharing the test environment.
  • Easy multi-terminal sharing. Since integrated deployment does not support MAC operating systems, deploying the GNS3 server on a server provides better compatibility.
  • It requires separate configuration for the client and server, which is more complex.
  • If there are network issues between the client and server, it may cause anomalies in the experiments.

VMwareWorkStation / ESXI / VirutalBOX

GNS3 Server

GNS3 Client

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PicOS-V Experience Issue Form

If the feature you need to test cannot be experienced through PicOS-V, you can submit the form, and our professional technical staff will assist you as soon as possible.

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