Automated configuration backups
Schedule recurring jobs or trigger on-demand backups across routers, switches, firewalls, wireless controllers, and more. Keep every configuration safely collected and retained without manual intervention.
rConfig V8 Core Documentation
Free, open-source network configuration backups, reinvented for 2026. The official rConfig V8 Core documentation for automated configuration management across unlimited devices.
Professional network configuration backups, free and open source
Section titled “Professional network configuration backups, free and open source”Welcome to the official rConfig V8 Core documentation, your guide to a modern, free and open-source Network Configuration Management (NCM) platform built for reliability and simplicity.
rConfig V8 Core brings automated configuration backups to teams of any size without artificial limits, licensing fees, or vendor lock-in. Built on the same next-generation V8 architecture as rConfig Pro, V8 Core delivers professional-grade backup capabilities in a package you can deploy anywhere.
What makes V8 Core different
Section titled “What makes V8 Core different”- Truly free and open source: No hidden fees, no device limits, no license keys required.
- Multi-vendor freedom: Back up Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Fortinet, Palo Alto, MikroTik, HP, Ubiquiti, and hundreds more.
- Self-hosted and secure: Deploy on-prem, offline, or in your own cloud with complete data control.
- Fast automated backups: Schedule recurring jobs or trigger on-demand backups across your entire network.
- Modern architecture: Built on PHP/Laravel for stability, scalability, and clean integrations.
- Operational visibility: Browse collected configs and backup outcomes from a single, consistent interface.
Why choose V8 Core
Section titled “Why choose V8 Core”- No licensing barriers: Unlimited devices, unlimited backups, free forever.
- Battle-tested foundation: Powered by the same modern V8 architecture as rConfig Pro.
- Active development: Continuous improvements with a clear roadmap and community support.
- Simple deployment: Install on Linux in minutes with guided setup scripts.
- API-ready: REST API support for automation, integrations, and custom workflows.
- Clean upgrade path: Migrate to rConfig V8 Pro when you need enterprise features.
V8 Core is more than a free tool. It is a professional NCM platform designed for engineers, students, SMBs, and teams who need dependable automated backups without the overhead of commercial solutions.
A modern alternative to RANCID, Oxidized, and legacy tools
Section titled “A modern alternative to RANCID, Oxidized, and legacy tools”rConfig V8 Core is the modern alternative to outdated tools like RANCID, Oxidized, Kiwi CatTools, and homegrown Netmiko/Python scripts. Instead of maintaining brittle Expect scripts, hand-crafted parsers, and fragile cron jobs, V8 Core provides a stable, actively maintained platform for automated configuration backups.
Why teams are switching
Section titled “Why teams are switching”- No more script maintenance: Eliminate brittle Expect scripts and custom parsers.
- Replace aging CatTools: Modern interface, reliable multi-vendor support, active development.
- Beyond Netmiko scripts: Automated backups and job scheduling built in.
- Complements Batfish: Add continuous backup and state tracking to your validation pipelines.
- SSH-driven collection: Clean job handling and predictable scheduling across all vendors.
- Secure by design: Credential handling, air-gapped deployment, and data sovereignty.
V8 Core suits labs, SMBs, branch offices, and multi-vendor environments that need a single, reliable platform they can trust in production.
V8 Core essential features
Section titled “V8 Core essential features”Multi-vendor CLI support
Reliable CLI-based backups across heterogeneous environments. Works with Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Fortinet, Palo Alto, MikroTik, HP, Ubiquiti, and hundreds of other vendors without device limits.
Secure credential handling
Store device credentials safely with encryption, keep backups within your environment, and maintain air-gapped isolation for maximum security and compliance.
Clean, modern web interface
Browse configurations, view backup logs, and manage devices from an intuitive UI without legacy bloat. Simple workflows designed for efficiency and ease of use.
API support for automation
Use the REST API to trigger backups, pull configurations, or integrate with existing tooling and workflows. Build custom integrations and automation pipelines.
Self-hosted and offline ready
Deploy anywhere: on-prem, offline, or in your own cloud. Full control over where your configuration data lives with no external dependencies or cloud requirements.
Open source and extensible
Complete transparency with full source code access. Extend, fork, or embed V8 Core in your workflow. No vendor lock-in, no proprietary restrictions.
Get started in 3 simple steps
Section titled “Get started in 3 simple steps”Step 1: Install V8 Core
Deploy on Linux in minutes using the guided installation script. No license keys, no add-ons to chase, no hidden fees.
Step 2: Add your devices
Point rConfig at your network devices using SSH/Telnet credentials, device groups, and descriptive tags. Support for all major vendors out of the box.
Step 3: Automate backups
Schedule recurring jobs or trigger on-demand backups from the UI or API to keep configs consistently up to date.
Ready to upgrade to V8 Pro?
Section titled “Ready to upgrade to V8 Pro?”rConfig V8 Pro adds enterprise-grade features on top of the V8 Core foundation. These editions are documented separately at docs.rconfig.com.
- Change management: Change Pulse and Change Forge for compliance-ready tracking and automated rollbacks.
- Vector Enterprise: Distributed, multi-tenant architecture for MSPs and global networks.
- AI Copilot and Agent: AI-assisted configuration reviews, compliance checks, and proactive policy enforcement.
- Advanced automation: Bulk deployments, dependency management, and intelligent error handling.
- Real-time alerts: Notifications and monitoring that reduce downtime.
- Compliance and reporting: SOC 2, HIPAA, and PCI-ready audit trails and dashboards.
- Enterprise support: Priority assistance, SLAs, and dedicated account management.