Alauda Container Platform

Next Steps

After Core validation succeeds, complete the following post-install tasks according to your scenario.

PriorityTaskWhen to useContinue with
Recommended immediatelyInstall the Product Docs plugin.Install this plugin so in-console help links can open product documentation.Install Product Docs Plugin
ConditionalCreate workload clusters or connect existing clusters.Use this path when your architecture requires workload clusters separate from the global cluster.Clusters
ConditionalUpload and install Extensions Packages.Use this path when you need additional platform capabilities after Core is installed.Extend
Recommended before broad user onboardingConfigure identity providers, users, roles, projects, and project membership.Use this path before onboarding administrators, project users, or application teams.Users and Roles and Projects
Recommended before application workloadsPrepare storage, networking, registry access, and workload prerequisites.Use this path before application teams deploy workloads.Storage, Networking, Registry, and Clusters
Recommended before production operationReview backup, upgrade, monitoring, and operational documentation.Use this path before operating the platform for production workloads.Backup, Upgrade, and Observability

These tasks do not all apply to every installation. Follow the paths that match your deployment architecture and operational requirements.

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Install Product Docs Plugin

Install Product Docs Plugin

The Product Docs plugin provides access to product documentation within the platform. All help links throughout the platform direct users to this documentation. If this plugin is not installed, clicking help links in the platform results in 404 access errors.

Open Cluster Plugins

Navigate to Administrator. In the left sidebar, click Marketplace > Cluster Plugins and select the global cluster.

Install the Plugin

Locate the Product Docs plugin and click Install.