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Managed Cluster installation

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Install and configure a Managed Cluster. Start by reviewing the hardware, operating system, and network requirements and the changes the installer makes on the host, then run the installer. After installation, you can add Cluster nodes, install a Cluster ActiveGate, and configure SSL certificates. For environments without internet access, the offline mode section covers all relevant steps.

Prerequisites

Hardware requirements

Review CPU, RAM, storage, and multi-node sizing requirements.

Operating system requirements

Review supported Linux distributions and host requirements.

Configure SELinux

Enable or disable SELinux on the Cluster node before installation.

Cluster node ports

Configure firewall rules for required inbound and outbound ports.

What the Managed installer changes on the host

Review the components, operating system settings, and system files that the installer changes.

Cloud deployment

Hardware requirements for cloud deployments

Find recommended VM sizes for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

Installation

Install a Managed Cluster

Download, verify, and run the Managed Cluster installer.

Managed Cluster installation parameters

Look up installation parameters such as paths, ports, and SSL settings.

Add a Managed Cluster node

Expand an existing Managed Cluster by adding a new node.

Configure SSL certificate for Managed Cluster

Configure a custom SSL certificate on a Cluster node.

Install a Cluster ActiveGate

Install and configure a Cluster ActiveGate for external communication.

Configure SSL certificate for Cluster ActiveGate

Configure a custom SSL certificate on a Cluster ActiveGate.

Offline mode

Install Dynatrace Managed in offline mode

Install and update Dynatrace Managed without an internet connection.

Offline and online mode differences

Compare how installation, updates, licensing, and Mission Control features differ between the two modes.

Convert Managed Cluster from offline to online

Switch a Managed Cluster from offline to online mode.