This usually means a corrupted download. Redownload using a wired connection. Alternatively, extract the .ova (it’s a tar archive) using 7-Zip to get the .vmdk and .ovf files, then import manually.
While official sources are best, older versions or standalone flash-based simulators (that may require emulation) sometimes exist in public archives like Internet Archive (Archive.org) . download cisco it essentials virtual desktop
You will now see a Windows desktop (typically Windows 10/11) running inside a window on your own computer. This usually means a corrupted download
Some Cisco mirrors host the VM at: https://devhub.cisco.com/artifactory/webapp/#/artifacts (search for “ITE Virtual Desktop”). But this is typically for instructors and developers. download cisco it essentials virtual desktop