Step-by-Step Guide: How to Install Kasten K10 on Kubernetes
How to Install Kasten K10 on Kubernetes
Kasten K10 is a leading Kubernetes backup and disaster recovery solution designed to manage data protection in cloud-native environments. Follow this guide to learn how to install Kasten K10 on your Kubernetes cluster.
Prerequisites
- A running Kubernetes cluster, version 1.12 or later.
- kubectl command-line tool configured and functioning for your cluster.
- Helm version 3.x installed.
- Sufficient permissions to install applications within your cluster.
Step-by-Step Installation
Step 1: Setting Up the Namespace
We begin by setting up a dedicated namespace for Kasten K10.
kubectl create namespace kasten-ioStep 2: Adding Helm Repository
Add the Kasten Helm repository to fetch the latest K10 charts.
helm repo add kasten 'https://charts.kasten.io/'helm repo updateStep 3: Installing Kasten K10
Deploy Kasten K10 using Helm. Ensure that you have enough resource quotas defined.
helm install k10 kasten/k10 --namespace=kasten-ioThis command will deploy Kasten K10 in your designated namespace.
Step 4: Verify the Installation
Check the status of your K10 pods to confirm successful deployment.
kubectl get pods --namespace kasten-ioAll pods should have a status of Running.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Helm Chart Not Updating: Ensure the Helm repository is properly added using the correct URL and try updating with
helm repo update. - Pods Not Running: Confirm resource availability in your cluster. Adjust resource requests and limits in your Helm chart if necessary.
- Invalid Helm Version: Verify your Helm version is 3.x to support the commands used.
Summary Checklist
- Namespace creation for Kasten K10.
- Proper addition of Kasten Helm repository.
- Successful Helm deployment of Kasten K10.
- Verification of all required pods running.
This completes the installation process of Kasten K10 on a Kubernetes cluster. For further enhancements, you might consider installing Velero for complementary backup efficiency.
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