#cloud-init
Every post tagged cloud-init.
Blog posts
What Is Cloud-Init in Proxmox VE? A Beginner's Guide to Automatic VM Setup
Cloud-init is the tool that lets Proxmox VE configure a VM's hostname, network, and SSH keys automatically on first boot. Here's what it actually is and how to use the Cloud-Init tab.
How to Deploy a Kubernetes Cluster on Proxmox VE Using Talos Linux
A complete walkthrough for running a production-style Kubernetes cluster on Proxmox VE using Talos Linux — an immutable, API-managed OS built solely for Kubernetes. Covers the Image Factory, correct VM hardware settings (CPU type, virtio, guest agent), generating and applying machine configs, bootstrapping etcd, scalin
How to Build Cloud-Init VM Templates in Proxmox VE for Fast, Automated Deployments
Stop installing operating systems by hand. Learn how to turn a cloud image into a reusable Proxmox VE template with cloud-init, then clone fully configured VMs in seconds with automatic hostname, network, and SSH key provisioning.
How to Configure a Static IP Address in Proxmox VE (Host and Guest VMs)
Learn how to set a static IP address on the Proxmox VE host and inside guest virtual machines, covering the web UI, /etc/network/interfaces, Netplan, and Cloud-Init, with fixes for common lockout mistakes.