How to Install Packet Tracer 8.2 in Debian

Computer networks are critical nowadays. They help connect devices so they can talk to each other. Cisco Packet Tracer is a tool that lets you pretend to make and fix networks. This guide will show you how to install Cisco Packet Tracer version 8.2, 8.1, or 7.2 on a Debian computer.

Whether you’re a student studying for a Cisco test or just like networks, this guide will help you start with the Cisco Packet Tracer on your Debian 11 or 12 computer.

Credit: Debian

Exploring Networking with Debian and Cisco’s Packet Tracer

Debian 11 or 12 is a type of Linux that lots of people use. It gives you a bunch of options to do different things. One cool thing is you can use it with Cisco’s network simulator program called Packet Tracer. It lets you make your network projects.

Plus, you can get Packet Tracer for free with just a few clicks. So, please don’t wait! Start exploring networking now by following the easy steps or watching our video tutorial.

Running Packet Tracer in a Debian PC

To go to the Netacad website, open up Mozilla Firefox on your Debian PC and type in the website address.
To get into your account, click on “Login” in the menu. Then, you’ll go to a page where you can type in your username and password. After that, you’ll be all set and logged in. Easy!
After you’ve logged in, go to the Resources section and find where you can download Packet Tracer. Just click on it, and the download procedure will start. Easy as pie!
To get Ubuntu Desktop Version 8.2 in English on your computer, first, scroll down the website until you see where you can download stuff. Then, find the 64-bit Download link and click on it to start downloading.
To finish installing, download the deb package to your computer and open the terminal. It’s swift and straightforward, and you’ll be good to go in no time!
To access your Downloads folder through the terminal, type in the command “cd ~/Downloads.” I hope this helps!
```
cd ~/Downloads
```
You can easily install the deb package in the Downloads folder by using this command.
```
sudo dpkg -i CiscoPacketTracer_811_Ubuntu_64bit.deb
```
If you see errors in the terminal, think of them as chances to learn. Stay determined and fix them by using this command: sudo apt install -f. You can overcome any problem that pops up!
```
sudo apt install -f
```
Just type ‘packettracer’ in the terminal, and you can start making, testing, and playing with network setups. Let your curiosity lead the way, and see all the cool things you can do with Packet Tracer!
```
packettracer
```
When Packet Tracer opens, choose to say “Yes” to the opportunities that come your way in the multi-user window.
Suppose you’re studying for Cisco exams and using a Debian computer. In that case, it’s a good idea to do different projects to help you get ready. These projects might be setting up virtual labs, getting network devices ready, or practicing fixing problems. Doing these projects lets you get real experience and understand important stuff better. That way, when you take your exams, you’ll be more prepared.

How to Uninstall Packet Tracer from Debian

Before you remove Packet Tracer from your computer, make sure to save your network designs to avoid losing any data. Once you’ve done that, you can uninstall Packet Tracer by typing “sudo apt remove packettracer” in the terminal.
```
sudo apt remove packettracer
```
Even after you uninstall Packet Tracer, you might still have some leftover packages on your computer. To get rid of them and free up space, type these commands in the terminal: “sudo apt autoclean && sudo apt autoremove.”
```
sudo apt autoclean && sudo apt autoremove
```
Don’t worry; these commands won’t delete any important files or data. They’ll only remove the extra stuff related to Packet Tracer.

How to Install Cisco Simulator 7.2.2

With Debian, you’ve got a lot of power in your hands! Get ready to do amazing things by downloading the simulator program and making networks in a whole new way. You can do anything you imagine with your creativity and the tools you’ve got.
When you download the program and put the setup file on your desktop environment or wherever you want, you’re starting something big. Great job! Keep it up!
Just type chmod +x PacketTracer-7.2.2-ubuntu-setup.run in the terminal. This changes the permission of the downloaded file and opens up lots of possibilities.
```
chmod +x PacketTracer-7.2.2-ubuntu-setup.run
```
You can begin installing Packet Tracer by running the GUI wizard. Just type “./PacketTracer-7.2.2-ubuntu-setup.run” in the terminal and see what you can do!
```
./PacketTracer-7.2.2-ubuntu-setup.run
```
When the Cisco Setup GUI pops up, click “Yes” to accept the license agreement. Then, leave the installation folder as “/opt/pt/” and finish the installation.
After you’ve finished installing the software on your computer, you can open it by typing “packettracer” in the terminal. This will start up the software, and then you can start using it for different things.
```
packettracer
```
If Packet Tracer doesn’t start and doesn’t show any errors, you might need to install some other packages on your computer. Just type these commands in the terminal to download and install the libpng package.
```
wget http://ftp.us.debian.org/debian/pool/main/libp/libpng/libpng12-0_1.2.50-2+deb8u3_amd64.deb

dpkg -i libpng12-0_1.2.50-2+deb8u3_amd64.deb
```
If you get a warning telling you to install the multiarch package when you’re installing libpng, type this command.
```
sudo apt-get install multiarch-support
```

Once you’ve installed the Multiarch package, if you still get an error when you try to install libpng again, it might look like the one below. To fix this error, unzip the libpng archive file and move the libpng12.so.0 files to the right place.

(Reading database ... 157517 files and directories currently installed.)

Preparing to unpack libpng12-0_1.2.50-2+deb8u3_amd64.deb ...

Unpacking libpng12-0:amd64 (1.2.50-2+deb8u3) ...

dpkg: error processing archive libpng12-0_1.2.50-2+deb8u3_amd64.deb (--install):

unable to install new version of '/usr/lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libpng12.so.0': No such file or directory

Errors were encountered while processing:

libpng12-0_1.2.50-2+deb8u3_amd64.deb

Type these commands in the terminal to copy the libpng12.so.0 files to the /opt/pt/bin/ folder.

mkdir cpt; dpkg -x libpng12-0_1.2.50-2+deb8u3_amd64.deb ./cpt

cp ./cpt/lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libpng12.so.0 /opt/pt/bin/

Now, when you try to run Cisco Packet Tracer on your system, you might see an error like the one below.

Starting Packet Tracer 7.2.2

/usr/local/bin/packettracer: line 8: 2219 Aborted ./PacketTracer7 "$@" > /dev/null 2>&1

If this happens, you need to install the libqt package for your Debian system. Install it by typing the command below, and then try rerunning Packet Tracer.
```
sudo apt-get install libqt5webkit5
```
You did it! Packet Tracer is running smoothly now, with no errors.

Conclusion

To sum it up, the Cisco Packet Tracer is super essential for people who design and experiment with networks. This article offered you exactly how to install it on a Debian 11 computer and how to uninstall it later if you want to.

Whether you go for version 8.1 or 7.2.2, the steps are simple, and if you run into any issues, there are tips to assist you. With Cisco Packet Tracer on your Debian system, you can create and test your network ideas with ease.

If you want to install Cisco Packet Tracer on openSUSE, we’ll help you do it! Follow our easy guide to get going. We’ll show you every step of downloading and installing it on your PC so you can start learning about networking.

Moreover, if you want to learn how to put it on Kali PC, look at our guide for installing Packet Tracer in Kali Linux for simple steps. With this guide, you can get this software on your PC and start checking out PC networks.