Version 9.0

Cisco Packet Tracer

Network simulation tool for designing, testing, and troubleshooting networks

v9.0
Version
9.0.0.4
Build
450 MB
Size
Nov 2025
Released
About

Overview

Cisco Packet Tracer is a comprehensive network simulation tool used by students and professionals to design, configure, and troubleshoot complex networks. It simulates the behavior of real network devices including routers, switches, and wireless controllers.
What's Included

Key Features

Device Simulation
Realistic simulation of Cisco routers, switches, and end devices
Packet Tracing
Capture and analyze individual packets as they travel through the network
IoT Support
Program and simulate IoT devices with drag-and-drop interfaces
Activity Wizard
Step-by-step guided labs for learning networking concepts
System Requirements

Make Sure You're Ready

Hardware
ProcessorDual-core 2.0 GHz
RAM4 GB
Storage2 GB free space
Display1280x800 minimum
Software
WindowsWindows 8.1 64-bit or later
macOSmacOS 11 or later (Apple Silicon requires Rosetta)
LinuxUbuntu 20.04+ (experimental)
Installation Guide

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