HOW INSTAL DEBIAN DI PROXMOX SERVER

Summary

In this tutorial, the presenter walks viewers through the process of installing Debian on a Proxmox server. Starting with the basic steps of configuring Proxmox and logging into the server, the video details the installation of a Debian OS using Proxmox's 'Create VM' and 'Create CT' options. The tutorial explains selecting templates, configuring storage, assigning memory, and setting up network configurations. The presenter also demonstrates how to overcome errors and ensure a successful Debian setup. This guide is ideal for those looking to deploy Debian within a Proxmox virtualized environment.

Takeaways

• 😀 Proxmox is a platform used for managing virtual servers, and this tutorial focuses on installing Debian on a server within Proxmox.
• 😀 Users must first install Proxmox on their server before setting up Debian, and it’s important to know how to access Proxmox through an IP address and port 8006.
• 😀 The default Proxmox login username is 'root', and users must enter the password they set during Proxmox installation to access the server.
• 😀 In Proxmox, there are two ways to install Debian: using 'Create VM' (for ISO images) or 'Create CT' (for template-based installs).
• 😀 'Create VM' requires downloading the ISO image of Debian, while 'Create CT' uses pre-configured templates to simplify the installation process.
• 😀 When using 'Create CT', Debian 12 templates are available for download, but there may be compatibility issues, as shown in the tutorial when Debian 12 failed to install.
• 😀 It's important to choose the right server configuration, such as assigning memory, disk space, CPU cores, and network settings before starting the installation.
• 😀 The tutorial demonstrates how to download a Debian template, configure settings like CPU, RAM, and storage, and then launch the installation in Proxmox.
• 😀 After the installation, the tutorial walks through the login process for the newly installed Debian server, using the root user credentials.
• 😀 If the installation fails with a certain template, like Debian 12, the tutorial shows how to retry with a different version (Debian 11), which resolves the issue.
• 😀 The tutorial emphasizes that these steps for installing Debian are applicable not only to Debian but also to other distributions like Ubuntu, using similar methods.

Q & A

What is Proxmox, and why is it important for the tutorial?

Proxmox is a virtualization platform that allows users to manage virtual machines (VMs) and containers. It's important for the tutorial because it provides the environment for deploying the Debian operating system within a server setup.

What is the first step in setting up Proxmox for installing Debian?

The first step is to access Proxmox by entering the server's IP address and port number (8006). After that, users need to log in using the default 'root' username and the password they set during the Proxmox installation.

What are the two methods for installing Debian in Proxmox?

The two methods for installing Debian in Proxmox are 'Create VM' and 'Create CT'. 'Create VM' uses an ISO file for installation, while 'Create CT' uses a pre-configured template from Proxmox.

What is the difference between 'Create VM' and 'Create CT'?

'Create VM' involves using an ISO file to install Debian, whereas 'Create CT' uses a template of the operating system, which is a lighter and faster method to deploy the OS.

What is a template in Proxmox, and how does it benefit the installation process?

A template in Proxmox is a pre-configured OS image that simplifies the deployment process. It reduces installation time because the OS and essential files are already set up, unlike installing from scratch using an ISO file.

How do you download and use a Debian template in Proxmox?

To download a Debian template, go to the Proxmox interface, navigate to the 'Templates' section, and search for the Debian version you want. After downloading, you can use it to create a new container with the 'Create CT' option.

What do you need to do if you encounter an error during the installation of Debian in Proxmox?

If an error occurs, such as compatibility issues with a template, it's recommended to check the server's hardware settings, such as RAM and storage size, and adjust them accordingly. In the tutorial, the issue was resolved by switching from Debian 12 to Debian 11.

What should you configure in the Proxmox setup for network settings?

For network settings, you can choose between DHCP, which automatically assigns an IP address, or Static IP, where you manually enter the IP. The tutorial uses DHCP for simplicity.

What are the hardware specifications mentioned for setting up a virtual machine in Proxmox?

The tutorial uses a configuration with 2 CPU cores, 2GB of RAM, and 8GB of storage for the virtual machine running Debian 11. This can be adjusted based on your system's capabilities and requirements.

Why was Debian 12 not used in the tutorial?

Debian 12 was not compatible with the template available at the time, which led the instructor to switch to Debian 11 for the installation process.