Proxy conversion from client

1. Introduction

This chapter describes how Uyuni proxy can be registered with Uyuni server. The main principle consists of using a functionality within Web UI which converts an already onboarded client to a proxy.

The client which is a candidate for conversion to proxy must adhere to the following pre-requisites:

  • it must already be onboarded

  • it is reachable

  • it has access to client tools

2. Convert the client to Uyuni Proxy

The process of conversion is done entirely from the Web UI for already registered clients. For more information about client onboarding, see Client Registration.

The following two procedures describe the client conversion to a proxy. Either procedure can be used, and will achieve the same outcome.

Procedure: Converting client to Uyuni Proxy using dedicated button

  1. For the client chosen to be converted to proxy, go to its Overview page.

  2. Click button Convert to Proxy.

  3. Wait for the conversion to complete.

  4. Confirm that the conversion has been successful by locating a new tab Proxy on the Overview page.

Procedure: Converting client to Uyuni Proxy by changing client’s properties

  1. For the client chosen to be converted to proxy, go to its Properties page.

  2. Locate the section Add-on System Types.

  3. Check the option Proxy.

  4. Click button Update Properties.

  5. Confirm that the conversion has been successful by locating a new tab Proxy on the Overview page.