| Version | Description | EVE-NG Support | Use Case | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | The original virtual router. Uses a dual-VM architecture (VCP for control, VFP for forwarding). Heavy on resources. | Native Support | Older labs, JNCIE study material. | | vJunos-router | The modern replacement. Single VM architecture (no separate VCP/VFP). Lighter and faster. | Supported (Newer templates) | Modern routing labs, JNCIP/JNCIE. | | vJunos-EVO | Junos Evolved (Linux-based kernel). Highly advanced. | Supported (Requires specific templates) | Advanced Data Center, EVPN-VXLAN. |
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You can obtain the necessary KVM/QEMU images by following these steps: Registration : Create a free account on the Juniper Registration Page | Version | Description | EVE-NG Support |