CHRIS//PARACKAL
post • proof of work
2026-02-22
proxmox • virtualization • networking • storage
Proxmox deploy: sane defaults, storage layout, and what I changed
My baseline Proxmox install: bridges, storage, and the changes that prevent future pain.
What I did
- Installed Proxmox with a clean naming scheme for nodes, pools, and backups.
- Configured Linux bridge networking (vmbr) with a predictable IP plan.
- Separated OS, VM storage, and backups (so upgrades don’t turn into a crime scene).
- Documented rollback steps + what to check before and after updates.
Notes
This is written as a real log — configs, mistakes, and the “why.” If you want the raw screenshots/config snippets, ping me on LinkedIn.