Open Networking with SONiC on Cisco 8000

Ready to explore open networking with Cisco?

In this walk-in, self-paced lab, you’ll gain hands-on experience running SONiC — Software for Open Networking in the Cloud — on Cisco 8000 series devices.

This session is designed to familiarize you with the basics of SONiC, from initial setup to navigating its open-source interface.

You’ll configure foundational protocols like BGP and discover how to deploy advanced services such as EVPN-VXLAN, all using SONiC’s open and flexible environment.

Whether you’re new to SONiC or looking to deepen your understanding of open networking on Cisco hardware, this lab gives you practical skills you can take back to your organization.