🚀 Proxmox Management Scripts Collection

📋 Overview

This repository contains a comprehensive collection of scripts, configurations, and documentation for managing and optimizing Proxmox Virtual Environment (PVE) clusters. Each directory focuses on specific aspects of Proxmox administration, from performance optimization to automation and monitoring.

Note: These optimizations are primarily developed for my homelab cluster based on mini-PCs. While many configurations are generally applicable to all Proxmox environments, not everything will suit every setup - always evaluate whether the optimizations match your specific hardware and requirements.

📁 Directory Structure

🔧 /optimizations

Performance and system optimizations for Proxmox nodes

AMD CPU optimizations (Ryzen 5000 series)
ZFS performance tuning
Kernel parameter optimization
Memory management improvements
Thermal management configurations

Key Features:

⚡ CPU governor and EPP tuning
💾 ZFS ARC optimization
🌡️ Thermal-aware frequency scaling
🔒 Security-conscious performance tweaks

🤖 /automation (Coming Soon)

Automated deployment and management scripts

VM template creation and management
Automated backup solutions
Cluster node provisioning
Configuration synchronization across nodes

📊 /monitoring

Monitoring and alerting solutions

Check_mk plugins
Custom Prometheus exporters
Grafana dashboards
Temperature and performance monitoring
Automated health checks and reporting

🛡️ /security (Coming Soon)

Security hardening and compliance

Firewall rule templates
SSL/TLS certificate management
User access control automation
Security audit scripts

🔄 /backup-restore (Coming Soon)

Backup and disaster recovery

Automated backup strategies
Cross-site replication scripts
Disaster recovery procedures
Backup verification and testing

🌐 /networking (Coming Soon)

Network configuration and management

SDN (Software Defined Networking) templates
VLAN and bridge configurations
VPN integration scripts
Network performance optimization

📦 /storage (Coming Soon)

Storage management and optimization

ZFS pool management
Ceph cluster automation
Storage migration tools
Capacity planning utilities

🎯 Target Environments

🏠 Homelab

Small-scale deployments (1-4 nodes)
Cost-effective optimizations
Learning and experimentation focus
Performance over enterprise features

🏢 Small Business

Medium-scale deployments (5-20 nodes)
Reliability and uptime focus
Automated management
Compliance considerations

🏭 Enterprise (Future)

Large-scale deployments (20+ nodes)
High availability requirements
Advanced monitoring and alerting
Compliance and audit trails

🔧 Hardware Compatibility

✅ Tested Platforms

AMD Ryzen 5000 Series (5425U, 5825U)
Intel 12th Gen and newer
NVMe Storage (Various manufacturers)
DDR4/DDR5 Memory (8GB-128GB configurations)

📋 Proxmox Versions

Proxmox VE 9.x (Primary focus)
Proxmox VE 8.x (Full support)

🚀 Quick Start

1. 📥 Clone Repository

git clone https://git.risse-it.de/public-releases/proxmox-stuff.git cd proxmox-stuff

2. 🔍 Choose Your Focus Area Navigate to the relevant directory based on your needs:

   Performance issues? → /optimizations Need automation? → /automation (coming soon) Want monitoring? → /monitoring (coming soon)

3. 📖 Read Documentation Each directory contains detailed README files with:

   Prerequisites and requirements Step-by-step installation guides Configuration explanations Troubleshooting tips

4. 🧪 Test First Always test scripts in non-production environments:

   Use VM snapshots before major changes Monitor system behavior for 24-48 hours Have rollback procedures ready

⚠️ Important Warnings

🔒 Security Considerations

Some optimizations trade security for performance
Review all scripts before execution
Understand the implications of each change
Use appropriate security measures for your environment

🧪 Testing Requirements

NEVER run scripts directly in production
Always backup configurations before changes
Test in isolated environments first
Monitor system stability after changes

📋 Prerequisites

Root access to Proxmox nodes
Basic understanding of Linux system administration
Familiarity with Proxmox concepts
Backup and recovery procedures in place

🤝 Contributing

📝 How to Contribute

Fork the repository
Create feature branch (git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature)
Test your changes thoroughly
Document your modifications
Submit pull request with detailed description

🎯 Contribution Guidelines

Follow existing code style and structure
Include comprehensive documentation
Test on multiple hardware configurations
Consider security implications
Update relevant README files

🐛 Bug Reports

When reporting issues, include:

Proxmox version and build
Hardware specifications
Complete error messages
Steps to reproduce
System logs if relevant

📚 Documentation Standards

📖 Each Script Should Include

Purpose: What the script does
Prerequisites: System requirements
Usage: How to run the script
Parameters: Available options
Examples: Common use cases
Troubleshooting: Common issues and solutions

🌍 Language Support

Primary: English documentation
Secondary: German documentation (where applicable)
Code Comments: English only for consistency

🔄 Version Management

📋 Versioning Scheme

Major.Minor.Patch (e.g., 1.2.3)
Major: Breaking changes or major new features
Minor: New features, backward compatible
Patch: Bug fixes and minor improvements

📅 Release Schedule

Stable releases: Monthly
Beta releases: Bi-weekly
Hotfixes: As needed for critical issues

📞 Support and Community

🆘 Getting Help

Check existing documentation
Search closed issues
Create detailed issue report
Join community discussions

💬 Community Resources

Forgejo Issues for bug reports
Discussions for general questions
Wiki for community contributions
Examples repository for use cases

📜 License

This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 - see the LICENSE file for details.

🔓 License Summary

✅ Commercial use allowed
✅ Modification allowed
✅ Distribution allowed
✅ Patent use allowed
✅ Private use allowed
❌ Liability limitations
❌ Warranty limitations
⚠️ License and copyright notice required
⚠️ State changes required
⚠️ Disclose source required
⚠️ Same license required

🙏 Acknowledgments

👥 Contributors

Community members who test and provide feedback
Hardware vendors for compatibility information
Proxmox team for excellent virtualization platform
Open source projects that inspire these solutions

🔗 Inspiration

Proxmox official documentation
Community best practices
Performance tuning guides
Real-world deployment experiences

Remember: These scripts are tools to enhance your Proxmox experience. Always understand what you're running and test thoroughly! 🧠

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Last updated: 2025-08-29