PROXMOX, NAKIVO, VIRTUALIZATION

Importing Nakivo OVA Template on Proxmox Server

Importing Nakivo OVA Template on Proxmox Server

Proxmox is a powerful virtualization platform that allows you to manage your virtual machines efficiently. If you’re looking to import a Nakivo OVA template into your Proxmox server, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

  • Access to your Proxmox server via SSH.
  • The Nakivo OVA file you wish to import.

Step-by-Step Guide

1 SSH into the Proxmox Server
Open your terminal and SSH into your Proxmox server using the following command:

ssh username@IPADDRESS

2 Create a Working Directory
Create a directory to organize your import files:

mkdir ova_import && cd ova_import

3 Download the Nakivo OVA File
Navigate to the Nakivo website and download the OVA file. You can do this by:

  • Visiting https://www.nakivo.com/resources/download/trial-download/
  • Entering the required information in the “Download Free Trial” box
  • Selecting “Download Free Trial”
  • Clicking the “Download” button under the “VMware Virtual Appliance (Full Solution” section

4 Copy the .ova File to Proxmox Server
Use the scp command to copy the downloaded OVA file from your host machine to the Proxmox server’s working directory:

scp NAKIVO_Backup_Replication_VA_v10.9.0_Full_Solution_TRIAL.ova root@IPADDRESS:ova_import

5 Create a New VM from the OVA
Use the qm importovf command to create a new virtual machine from the extracted OVA:

qm importovf 122 ./NAKIVO_Backup_Replication_VA_v10.9.0_Full_Solution_TRIAL.ovf vmstorage2 --format qcow2

6 Launch the Virtual Machine
Launch the VM to ensure connectivity:

Right-click on the VM Select “Start”

Conclusion

Importing a Nakivo OVA template into your Proxmox server is a straightforward process. By following these steps, you can have your Nakivo instance up and running on your Proxmox environment efficiently.

Resourceful Websites for Further Information:

📝 Proxmox Official Documentation: The official Proxmox documentation provides detailed information on various aspects of using and managing Proxmox servers.

📝 Nakivo Knowledge Base: Nakivo’s knowledge base offers a wealth of articles and guides related to their software, including deployment and configuration on various platforms.