Proxmox Install Guide :: IT-Entity

Proxmox Install Guide

Installation Guide for Proxmox.

Requirements:

  • Workstation
  • USB flash drive (8GB or larger)
  • Proxmox ISO image
  • Keyboard, mouse, and monitor
  • Internet connection

Installation Steps:

1. Download Proxmox ISO:

  • Go to the Proxmox website and download the latest ISO image.

2. Create Bootable USB:

  • Insert the USB flash drive into your computer.
  • Use a tool like Rufus (for Windows) or Etcher (for macOS and Linux) to create a bootable USB drive from the Proxmox ISO image.

3. Configure BIOS:

  • Power on the workstation and press the appropriate key (often F10 or ESC) to enter the BIOS settings.
  • Navigate to the “Boot” section and set the USB drive as the first boot device.
  • Save the changes and exit the BIOS.

4. Boot from USB:

  • Insert the bootable USB drive into a USB port on the workstation.
  • Restart the workstation.

5. Start Proxmox Installation:

  • The Proxmox installer should boot from the USB drive.
  • Select “Install Proxmox VE” from the boot menu and press Enter.

6. Choose Installation Options:

  • Select your preferred language and press “Enter” to continue.
  • Accept the license agreement by selecting “I agree” and press “Enter”.
  • Choose the target disk for installation. Typically, this will be the local hard drive of the HP Z400.
  • Select the installation type (Standard or Custom). For most users, the Standard installation is sufficient.
  • Specify the root password and confirm it. Make sure to choose a strong password.

7. Begin Installation:

  • Review the installation summary to ensure everything is configured correctly.
  • Press “Install” to begin the installation process.

8. Wait for Installation to Complete:

  • The installation process may take some time depending on your system’s specifications.
  • Once the installation is complete, remove the USB drive and restart the system.

9. Access Proxmox Web Interface:

  • After the system restarts, open a web browser on another computer connected to the same network.
  • Enter the IP address of the workstation followed by port 8006 (e.g., https://192.168.1.100:8006).
  • You should see the Proxmox login page.

10. Log in to Proxmox:

  • Use the “root” username and the password you set during installation to log in to the Proxmox web interface.

11. Configure Networking (Optional):

  • If necessary, configure networking settings such as IP addresses, DNS, and gateway through the Proxmox web interface.

12. Start Virtualization:

  • You’re now ready to start creating virtual machines (VMs) and containers on your Proxmox server.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully installed Proxmox VE on your workstation. You can now begin virtualizing your environments and managing them through the Proxmox web interface.