Xrv9k-((free)) Fullk9-x-7.1.1.qcow2 Download
RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios# show license summary To install a license (requires a PAK from Cisco):
This file is not just another virtual machine image. It is a disk image that runs the Cisco IOS XR Software , specifically the "FullK9" variant for the Virtual Route Processor (VRP). The version 7.1.1 represents a stable, feature-rich release that balances modern protocol support with proven stability.
sudo apt update && sudo apt install qemu-kvm libvirt-daemon-system virt-manager -y # Ubuntu/Debian sudo systemctl enable --now libvirtd Create a dedicated directory: Xrv9k-fullk9-x-7.1.1.qcow2 Download
RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios(config)# ssh server vrf default RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios(config)# commit After downloading and running Xrv9k-fullk9-x-7.1.1.qcow2 , you have a 60-day evaluation period. During this time, all features are unlocked. After 60 days, the router will reboot every 60 minutes unless you install a permanent license.
RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios# configure RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios(config)# hostname XRv9k-Lab RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios(config)# username cisco RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios(config-usr-cisco)# group root-lr RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios(config-usr-cisco)# secret Lab123! RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios(config-usr-cisco)# commit Now configure GigabitEthernet interfaces (mapped to your virtio NICs): RP/0/RP0/CPU0:ios# show license summary To install a license
To check license status:
: The "FullK9" image consumes more memory than the "Base" image due to its larger forwarding tables and security features. Ensure hardware virtualization (VT-x/AMD-V) is enabled in your BIOS. Step-by-Step: How to Deploy Xrv9k-fullk9-x-7.1.1.qcow2 on KVM Once you have the legitimate file, follow this guide to get the router booting. Step 1: Prepare Your Linux Host Install KVM and libvirt: sudo apt update && sudo apt install qemu-kvm
virt-install \ --name XRv9k-711 \ --memory 16384 \ --vcpu 4 \ --disk path=./Xrv9k-fullk9-x-7.1.1.qcow2,format=qcow2,bus=virtio \ --disk path=./config.iso,device=cdrom \ --network network=default,model=virtio \ --network bridge=br0,model=virtio \ --network bridge=br1,model=virtio \ --os-variant generic \ --virt-type kvm \ --import \ --noautoconsole Note: Adjust --vcpus and --memory based on your hardware. Use virsh console XRv9k-711 or connect via virt-manager GUI. Initial boot takes 5–8 minutes because the router installs software packages and creates file systems. First-Time Configuration (IOS XR 7.1.1) When the router boots, it will prompt for an admin user. Set a password and enter configure mode.