How to Install Proxmox VE on Linux Mint

Proxmox VE is a virtualization platform that lets you run virtual machines and manage them from a single interface. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to install Proxmox VE on Linux Mint.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure that you have the following:

Step 1: Add Proxmox VE Repository

The first step is to add the Proxmox VE repository to your system. Open the terminal and run the following command:

echo "deb http://download.proxmox.com/debian/pve $(lsb_release -cs) pve-no-subscription" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/pve-no-subscription.list

This command will add the Proxmox VE repository to your system.

Step 2: Import GPG Key

Next, you'll need to import the GPG key. Run the below command to import the GPG key:

wget -qO - http://download.proxmox.com/debian/proxmox-ve-release-6.x.gpg | sudo apt-key add -

Step 3: Update the System

Before installing Proxmox VE, let's update our system.

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 4: Install Proxmox VE

Now install the Proxmox VE by running the below command.

sudo apt install proxmox-ve postfix open-iscsi -y

This command will install the Proxmox VE on your system.

Step 5: Access Proxmox VE

Once you have installed the Proxmox VE, you can access it by navigating to https://<IP-address>/. Replace <IP-address> with the IP address of your machine.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you have successfully installed the Proxmox VE on your Linux Mint system. You can now create virtual machines and manage them from a single interface.

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