Let's Install Proxmox 8.0!
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Proxmox is recommended for server setup, focusing on installation, VM setup, and key features, while the hardware involves an 8-bay server chassis, HGST HE6 SATA Enterprise disks, and Intel i9 11800H CPU. Selection of ASMedia 1064 SATA controller over server HBA for True Nas, installation involves RAID 1 mirror using ZFS, and configuring network settings to access Proxmox's web interface.
Insights
- Proxmox and True Nas are recommended for server setup, focusing on Proxmox 8.0 installation, VM setup, and key features.
- Hardware details for a NAS build include an 8-bay server chassis, HGST HE6 SATA Enterprise disks, an Enermax Micro ATX motherboard, an Intel i9 11800H CPU, 32GB DDR4 3200 memory, and Silicon Power A60 1TB NVMe drives.
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How do I set up Proxmox on a server?
To set up Proxmox on a server, start by downloading the latest release (8.0-2) and creating a bootable flash drive. Boot into the installer and configure a RAID 1 mirror using ZFS with two NVMe drives for redundancy. Set up network settings and assign a static IP address during installation. Access Proxmox's web interface post-installation through a browser using the server's IP address and port 8006, with login credentials as root.
What hardware components are needed for a NAS build?
For a NAS build, you will need an 8-bay server chassis, HGST HE6 SATA Enterprise disks, an Enermax Micro ATX motherboard, an Intel i9 11800H CPU, 32GB DDR4 3200 memory, and Silicon Power A60 1TB NVMe drives.
How do I create a virtual machine on Proxmox?
To create a virtual machine on Proxmox, upload an Ubuntu Server ISO to Proxmox's local storage. Access the data center icon and local storage tab to create a VM. Assign a unique ID, name the VM, select the operating system type and ISO image (Ubuntu Server), and define virtual hardware, including CPU cores, memory, network, and storage.
What is the purpose of a network bridge in virtualization?
A network bridge in virtualization links virtual and physical network adapters to enable communication within the server and out to the physical network. It allows virtual machines to connect to the network and communicate with other devices on the network.
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