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Flatcar Linux

Base Image

Base images can be downloaded from the Flatcar Release channels.

This guide uses the stable release.

AppArmor

If Sherpa was installed manually, ensure that the AppArmor policy was updated as part of the host system install process.

Import Image

sherpa server image import \
  --src flatcar_production_qemu_image.img \
  --model flatcar_linux \
  --version 20251215 \
  --default

Default Node Parameters

Property Value
Tested Version 20251215
Kind Virtual Machine
CPU 1
RAM 2GB
CDROM Driver SATA
DISK virtioa.qcow2
DISK Driver virtio
ZTP Method Ignition
Management Interface eth0
Interface Driver virtio

Example Manifest

name = "flatcar-linux"

nodes = [
  { name = "dev01", model = "flatcar_linux" },
]

Notes

  • Approximate time for the system to be ready: 1 minute
  • The default ZTP config disables automatic updates