Export gns3 to a new system

GNS3 is a network simulator that allows you to create and simulate network topologies. If you want to export your GNS3 project to a new system, you can follow these steps:

Method 1: Export as a GNS3 Project File (.gns3proj)

1. Open your GNS3 project on the current system.
2. Go to File > Export > GNS3 Project File (.gns3proj).
3. Choose a location to save the file and give it a name.
4. The file will contain all the settings, devices, and connections in your project.
5. On the new system, open GNS3 and go to File > Import > GNS3 Project File (.gns3proj).
6. Select the exported file and GNS3 will import the project, including all devices and connections.

Method 2: Export as a JSON File (.json)

1. Open your GNS3 project on the current system.
2. Go to File > Export > JSON File (.json).
3. Choose a location to save the file and give it a name.
4. The file will contain all the settings, devices, and connections in your project in a JSON format.
5. On the new system, open GNS3 and go to File > Import > JSON File (.json).
6. Select the exported file and GNS3 will import the project, including all devices and connections.

Method 3: Export as a GNS3 Network File (.gns3net)

1. Open your GNS3 project on the current system.
2. Go to File > Export > GNS3 Network File (.gns3net).
3. Choose a location to save the file and give it a name.
4. The file will contain all the devices and connections in your project.
5. On the new system, open GNS3 and go to File > Import > GNS3 Network File (.gns3net).
6. Select the exported file and GNS3 will import the devices and connections.

Additional Tips

• When exporting, make sure to export all the necessary files, such as device images and configurations.
• If you have custom device plugins installed, you may need to export them separately and install them on the new system.
• If you have a large project, exporting as a GNS3 Project File (.gns3proj) may be the most convenient option, as it will include all the settings and configurations.

By following these methods, you should be able to export your GNS3 project to a new system and continue working on it without any issues.