Installing a Container Runtime¶
Using the OVA?
Skip this section if you are using the OVA. Docker is pre-installed on the OVA.
Linux Guide¶
To run the NodeZero container, you need either Docker or Podman installed. Choose the runtime that fits your environment.
Docker Community Edition (docker-ce) is compatible with most Linux Operating Systems. For comprehensive installation instructions, we recommend referring directly to Docker's official documentation.
Install Docker on Ubuntu¶
For Ubuntu users, the best resource for installing Docker is the Docker Installation Page for Ubuntu. This page provides step-by-step guidance tailored to different versions of Ubuntu, ensuring you have the most relevant and up-to-date information for your installation.
Version Compatibility
Make sure you are using Docker version 20.10 or higher. You can verify your Docker version by running docker --version in your terminal.
Additional Linux Distributions¶
If you're using a different Linux distribution, you can find specific installation guides on Docker's official website:
Podman is the default container runtime on RHEL-based systems and is supported as an alternative to Docker.
Install Podman on RHEL¶
Podman is available in the default RHEL 9+ repositories and may already be installed depending on your system profile. If not present, install it with:
sudo dnf install -y podman
Version Compatibility
NodeZero requires Podman 4.0+. Verify your version by running podman --version in your terminal. Podman 4.0+ is available on RHEL 9+.
Additional information¶
Once your container runtime has been installed, it is time to validate NodeZero is ready to operate.