Free foundational networking labs now. Structured practice variations when the learner needs more.
Start with free CCNA labs, then build confidence with fresh practice sets tailored to the topics you want to repeat. LabForge is designed for learners who need more hands-on reps, not more passive study.
- Free to start
- Build your fundamentals with a broad free CCNA lab catalog.
- Flexible plans
- Upgrade to Starter or Pro when you want deeper repetition.
- Outcome focused
- Practice with clear validation so progress is measurable.
Why LabForge
Get the next rep you need without repeating the same lab over and over
LabForge is built for learners who understand the topic once, then need fresh scenarios to make the skill stick. Start with the foundations, then generate more practice where you need it most.
What learners feel now
- • “I already did one VLAN lab. I need a new one, not the same worksheet again.”
- • “I know the topic, but I freeze when the scenario changes.”
- • “I need practice targeted to my simulator and weak spots.”
- • “I want fresh reps without hunting the internet for random labs.”
What LabForge delivers
- • Free foundational labs mapped to practical CCNA skills.
- • Paid practice generation by topic, difficulty, and platform.
- • A clear study workflow for both free and paid practice.
- • Validation-focused exercises that reinforce real understanding.
How it works
Free labs for the basics, paid practice sets for deeper repetition
Use the free catalog to build your foundation. When you want more reps on one topic, generate structured variations built around the same skill with different details and scenarios.
Free Foundation Catalog
A broad CCNA 200-301 v1.1-aligned catalog gives learners meaningful practice before they spend anything.
Practice Variations
When you are ready for more reps, generate fresh scenarios by topic, difficulty, platform, and variation count.
Study Workflow
LabForge supports a repeatable study routine so you can track progress, focus on weak areas, and prepare with purpose.
Proof of Progress
Validation and reflection stay central so every lab session turns into skill you can apply with confidence.
Featured free labs
Build your CCNA foundation with practical hands-on reps
Explore free labs across core CCNA topics, including switching, routing, addressing, services, and security fundamentals.
Device Initialization and Secure Local Management
Bring a fresh Cisco device into a clean, manageable state with local authentication and remote SSH access.
- Focus
- ios • management • ssh • device setup
- Topology
- single-device-management
VLAN Creation and Access Port Assignment
Segment a small access layer by role and verify that Layer 2 boundaries behave as intended.
- Focus
- switching • vlans • access ports
- Topology
- single-switch-vlan-segmentation
Router-on-a-Stick Inter-VLAN Routing
Route between VLANs with a single router interface and explicit 802.1Q subinterfaces.
- Focus
- inter-vlan • router-on-a-stick • subinterfaces
- Topology
- router-on-a-stick
Single-Area OSPFv2 for IPv4
Form real OSPF neighbor relationships and verify dynamic route exchange in a small IPv4 topology.
- Focus
- ospf • dynamic routing • ipv4
- Topology
- three-router-area-0
NAT Overload for Internet Edge Access
Translate private client traffic to a shared outside address using PAT on the edge router.
- Focus
- nat • pat • edge routing
- Topology
- inside-to-outside-edge
Extended ACL for Application-Aware Traffic Control
Filter traffic with enough precision to allow one use case and deny another intentionally.
- Focus
- extended acl • traffic filtering • security
- Topology
- server-and-client-segments
Study system
A consistent workflow turns practice into real progress
Free labs and generated variations work best with a repeatable loop: attempt, verify, reflect, and revisit.
- 1Start with a free foundational lab and confirm your baseline skill.
- 2Identify your weak area, preferred platform, and target difficulty.
- 3Generate a structured practice set for fresh repetition.
- 4Complete each variation and verify results with the checklist.
- 5Capture notes and reflections so each rep improves the next one.
Generator preview
Explore the structured generator preview
Choose a topic, difficulty, platform, practice mode, environment, and variation count, then preview a structured practice set designed for consistent, focused repetition.
Pricing snapshot
Affordable plans built for repeat practice
Free
$0
/month
Starter
$9
/month
Pro
$15
/month
Annual Pro
$100
/year
Member experience
Built to support both free learning and paid practice plans
LabForge keeps foundational labs open while giving paying members a clear, dependable experience for account access and plan management.
Clear account access
A simple account experience helps learners review plan details, billing periods, and subscription status in one place.
Reliable billing flow
Secure checkout and clear renewal visibility make it easier for customers to purchase with confidence.
Plan-based usage
Practice access can scale by plan so learners always understand what is included and what unlocks with upgrades.
FAQ
What learners usually need clarified before they buy
Who is LabForge for?
Aspiring network engineers, CCNA and CCNP learners, help desk professionals leveling up, junior administrators, and career changers who want practical structure.
Why are the foundation labs free?
Every learner should have access to a strong foundation. Paid plans are for learners who want additional targeted repetition and more practice depth.
What do paid plans include?
Starter and Pro plans provide additional practice generations tailored to your selected topic, platform, difficulty, and study goals.
Can I try the generator now?
Yes. You can use the generator preview today to explore how structured practice variations are created.
Call to action
Start free, then unlock more reps when you want deeper practice.
Build your foundation with the free catalog, then move to structured practice sets when you want more variations, more repetition, and more confidence on the topics that matter most.