OpenShift 4.18/4.19 Bare Metal Deployment Workshop
Welcome to the OpenShift 4.18/4.19 Bare Metal Deployment Workshop!
This comprehensive workshop is designed to provide you with hands-on experience in deploying OpenShift Container Platform 4.18 and 4.19 on bare metal infrastructure. Whether you’re an infrastructure administrator or a platform engineer, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully deploy and manage the latest OpenShift versions in your environment, with every statement backed by authoritative Red Hat documentation.
Ready to begin? Select a module below to get started!
Workshop Modules
Module 1: Introduction to OpenShift 4.18/4.19
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Overview of OpenShift 4.18/4.19 features for bare metal deployments
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Key benefits and new capabilities for modern workloads
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Installation methods comparison and selection Start Module 1 →
Module 2: Prerequisites and Infrastructure for OpenShift 4.18/4.19
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Hardware requirements: Control plane, worker nodes, and network specifications
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BIOS/firmware configuration, network planning, and storage preparation
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Security considerations including FIPS compliance Start Module 2 →
Module 3: Deploying OpenShift using Assisted Installer
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Step-by-step Assisted Installer guide for connected environments
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Web-based installation interface with automated validation
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Real-time monitoring and troubleshooting Start Module 3 →
Module 4: Deploying OpenShift using Agent-based Installer
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Agent-based installer guide for disconnected environments
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Air-gapped deployment capabilities and custom configurations
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Advanced networking and storage configuration options Start Module 4 →
Module 5: Storage Configuration using OpenShift Data Foundation
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OpenShift Data Foundation planning and architecture
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Local Storage Operator installation and configuration
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Image registry storage configuration and optimization
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Backup and disaster recovery strategies Start Module 5 →
Module 6: Advanced Network Configuration using Nmstate
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Nmstate Operator overview and installation
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SR-IOV networking configuration for high-performance workloads
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NetworkAttachmentDefinitions and multi-network configurations
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Network policies and security implementation Start Module 6 →
Module 7: Optional Features (Virtualization & AI)
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OpenShift Virtualization installation and VM management
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OpenShift AI deployment for machine learning workloads
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Additional optional features including Serverless and Service Mesh Start Module 7 →