OpenStack-SingleNodeDevStack

OpenStack Single Node Deployment using DevStack.

This guide walks you through the steps to set up a single-node OpenStack environment using DevStack on an Ubuntu virtual machine.

The specifications of the setup:

Operating System: Ubuntu 22.04 Virtualization Platform: VirtualBox VM Configuration: 10 GB RAM 4 CPUs Networking: Bridged Adapter with static IP configuration using Netplan file

Steps to Install

Step 1: Update the Virtual Machine

Update your system to ensure you have the latest packages.

Step 2: Install Required Packages

Install essential tools and dependencies required for DevStack.

Step 3: Create a Stack User

DevStack requires a non-root user. Create a stack user with sudo privileges to proceed.

Step 4: Switch to the Stack User

Log in as the newly created stack user to perform further installation steps.

Step 5: Clone the Official DevStack Repository

Download the DevStack repository from the official OpenDev GitHub page.

Step 6: Configure DevStack

Create and edit the local.conf file in the DevStack directory to configure credentials and network settings for your setup.

Step 7: Run the DevStack Installation

Start the DevStack installation process. This step will install all necessary OpenStack components.

Step 8: Accessing OpenStack

Once the installation is complete, access the OpenStack Horizon dashboard through a web browser using the provided URL.