How to Add SMB/CIFS Storage to Proxmox Server: A Step-by-Step Guide

Proxmox Virtual Environment (Proxmox VE) is a popular open-source solution for virtualization and containerization. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to add SMB/CIFS storage to your Proxmox Datacenter.

Steps:

1. Prepare SMB/CIFS Storage: First, obtain necessary details like server address, username, and password from your storage provider.
2. Log into Proxmox Web Interface: Access the web interface of Proxmox.
3. Add Data Storage: Navigate to “Datacenter” and then the “Storage” tab.
4. Add New Storage: Click the “Add” button and select “CIFS”.
5. Enter SMB/CIFS Details: Fill in details such as storage ID, server address, username, and password.
6. Save Storage Settings: After filling in the details, click “Add” or “Save” to save your storage settings.
7. Verify Storage: Ensure that the newly added SMB/CIFS storage is listed.
8. Use the Storage: When creating a VM or Container, select your new SMB/CIFS storage.

Following these steps will help you add SMB/CIFS storage to your Proxmox Server. Remember to consider security measures.