Getting Started with Cisco IOS XRv 9000: A Guide to the 7.1.1 QCOW2 Image
Key user problems addressed
Install KVM and libvirt:
For lab use, you can simply re-deploy the QCOW2 image from scratch (not ideal) or request an evaluation extension from Cisco.
When the router boots, it will prompt for an admin user. Set a password and enter configure mode. Xrv9k-fullk9-x-7.1.1.qcow2 Download
Interfaces may take several minutes to become active after the initial boot.
Use WinSCP or SCP to move the folder to /opt/unetlab/addons/qemu/ . Getting Started with Cisco IOS XRv 9000: A Guide to the 7
A: The download is ~1.8GB. Upon first boot, it may expand to 3-4GB. Over time with logs and configs, expect up to 8-10GB.