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Latest Stable Release

Version 15.0

Released Monday, October 27, 2025

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Zero Effort NAC

Virtual Appliance (ZEN)

Pre-configured virtual machine image with optimized settings. Requires internet access to download and install PacketFence components.

PacketFence ZEN v15.0.0

Version 15.0.0 • Released Monday, October 27, 2025

OVF format - Compatible with VMware, VirtualBox, and other virtualization platforms

What's Included:

  • Pre-configured Debian OS
  • Optimized VM settings
  • Quick setup wizard
  • Internet-based installer
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System Requirements:

  • CPU: 4 cores minimum (8+ recommended for production)
  • RAM: 8 GB minimum (16+ GB recommended for production)
  • Disk: 100 GB minimum (200+ GB recommended for production)

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