I86bi-linux-l2-adventerprisek9-15.2d.bin [TESTED]

Ensure your virtual machine (GNS3 VM or EVE-NG) has at least 256MB to 512MB of RAM allocated per instance of this specific L2 image to avoid memory-related crashes during boot.

The i86bi-linux-l2-adventerprisek9-15.2d.bin image, like all real Cisco IOS software, requires a valid license to operate. i86bi-linux-l2-adventerprisek9-15.2d.bin

Once you have the license string:

This image provides without the need for physical hardware. Ensure your virtual machine (GNS3 VM or EVE-NG)

Setting up the image in GNS3 involves a few simple steps: like all real Cisco IOS software

Though classified as an L2 image, its Advanced Enterprise license allows it to act as a powerful multilayer switch.