# Introduction to SD-Access

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**Created:** [December 30, 2019, 12:44pm UTC](https://forum.networklessons.com/t/introduction-to-sd-access/9299 "2019-12-30T12:44:11Z")\
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Hey there,

When installing a DNAC virtual appliance on ESX, is it mandatory to get a licence for SD -Access lab, preparing CCIE infra practice ?

Thanks for yr help

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