How to Install Portainer on CentOS 8

Portainer is a powerful and user-friendly container management tool that simplifies the deployment and management of Docker containers. If you're running CentOS 8 and looking to streamline your containerized applications, installing Portainer is an excellent choice. In this guide, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of installing Portainer on CentOS 8.

Step 1: Update System Packages
Before installing any new software, it's a good practice to ensure your system packages are up to date. Open a terminal and run the following commands:

sudo dnf update

Step 2: Install Docker
Portainer relies on Docker to manage containers, so it's essential to have Docker installed. Execute the following commands to install Docker on CentOS 8:

sudo dnf install -y docker
sudo systemctl start docker
sudo systemctl enable docker

Step 3: Download and Run Portainer
Now that Docker is installed, you can easily download and run the Portainer container. Use the following command:

sudo docker run -d -p 9000:9000 --name portainer --restart always -v /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock -v portainer_data:/data portainer/portainer-ce

This command pulls the Portainer image from Docker Hub and runs it as a container with the necessary configurations. The Portainer web interface will be accessible on port 9000.

Step 4: Access Portainer Web Interface
Open your web browser and navigate to http://your-server-ip:9000 to access the Portainer web interface. You'll be prompted to set up an admin account and choose a password.

Step 5: Manage Docker Containers with Portainer
Once logged in, you can easily manage your Docker containers through the Portainer dashboard. From creating new containers to monitoring and configuring existing ones, Portainer provides a user-friendly interface for Docker management.

More Examples:

• Viewing Container Logs:
  To view the logs of a specific container, go to the "Containers" section, select the desired container, and click on "Logs."

  docker logs container_name
  

• Creating a Docker Volume:
  Portainer simplifies volume management. To create a volume, navigate to "Volumes" and click on "Add Volume."

Installing Portainer on CentOS 8 is a straightforward process that significantly enhances your ability to manage Docker containers. With its intuitive interface and robust features, Portainer makes container orchestration accessible for both beginners and experienced users. Start streamlining your containerized applications today!