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GNS3 installation procedure
The procedure for installing GNS3 is as follows
- Download the installer
- Run the installer
To install GNS3, just run the installer and proceed as with most common applications. You don’t need to make any changes from the default state, just click the buttons such as [OK], [Next] and [Agree].
Download the GNS3 installer
You can download the installer for GNS3 from the official website.
You will need to create an account before you can download.
Screenshot of GNS3 installation
When you run the GNS3 installer and install GNS3, the associated application is installed along with it.
- Npcap
- Wireshark
- Solar-Putty
The following is a screenshot of the GNS3v2.2.5 installer.














When the installation is completed, GNS3 will start automatically and the following setup wizard will be displayed.

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