Proxmox

Installing Proxmox

1. Creating A Bootable USB Drive:
   1. Download the ISO image of the version of proxmox that you want to install from https://www.proxmox.com/en/downloads/category/iso-images-pve. For our environment we will be using Proxmox VE 7.3.
   2. Once the ISO has finished downloading, use rufus to create a bootable USB drive for proxmox. The drive needs a minimum of 2 gb and will be completely wiped when turned into a bootable drive.
2. Preparing To Install Proxmox:
   1. Put the bootable USB drive in the USB port in the front of the server and press the power button to turn it on.
   2. Press F2 to access the BIOS as it boots and then go to System Bios > Boot Settings. Go to the BIOS Boot Settings and then configure the Hard-Disk Drive Sequence to use the bootable usb drive first. Exit and save changes to go back to the main menu.
   3. Exit and save the changes again, this time fully exiting the bios. The server will automatically boot from the USB drive.
3. Installing Proxmox:
   1. A screen for the Proxmox Installer should show up with 4 different options. Choose Install Proxmox VE and then accept the EULA.
   2. Pick the target hard disk to install Proxmox on.
   3. Select the Phoenix time zone.  
   4. Enter the password and email ([[1]] + password)
   5. Enter the same information that was used for the IDRAC settings in the network configuration.
   6. Confirm everything is correct and then press Install. Once the installation has finished, remove the USB drive and reboot.
   7. Proxmox can now be accessed on any web browser using the Static IP and port 8006. (https://10.21.25.6:8006 or https://10.21.25.9:8006)