@stevenstrangebro wrote:
I'm trying to setup a test lab for DNA Center to talk to Catalyst 9000v switches in a virtual environment, and then to automate then for SD-Access.
I'm making slow progress on getting it working, but keep hitting more and more unexpected chat errors as I go along.
Has anyone here successfully got this to work, maybe for a CCIE Enterprise lab or similar?
If so, maybe there are some pointers along the way of what works and doesn't work in the virtual environment?
TIA!
Setting up a test lab to connect Cisco DNA Center with virtual Catalyst 9000v switches for SD-Access automation can be tricky, as it often comes with unexpected errors. The Catalyst 9000v is a virtual version of Cisco's physical switches, but since it is still in the beta stage, it may not work perfectly. Some common issues include system crashes and limited network performance. To make it more stable, you should give enough resources to each switch, like at least 4 vCPUs and 18 GB of RAM. It’s also best to use a supported virtualization platform, such as Cisco Modeling Labs (CML) version 2.5 or later, for better compatibility. If you're facing difficulties, checking online forums and communities where others have shared their experiences can help. Learning from Cisco’s training materials and courses on SD-Access and Catalyst switches can also guide you through the setup.
