vAOS8 is a virtual, platform-agnostic instance of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise AOS 8 that runs in the GNS3 network simulation environment for lab, training, demonstration, and pre-deployment configuration validation.This is a Beta release, provided for early evaluation, training, and feedback
I’m curious to trial this out. This will be useful for internal training.
Any idea when this will be available to download on the Business Portal?
I can see the relevant category was created, but no files are available yet 
Very interesting, to create a virtual test-environment including VMs from other devices and vendors to test network changes before implementing them in production… Where do I sign up for this beta release?
Will the vAOS8 beta be available free of charge for lab and training purposes, or will it require a paid license?
The vAOS8 images are now available for download in the Business Portal 
Yes, this beta version is free to download and use for training/lab demos etc.