How to enable the no-subscription repository in Proxmox VE using the graphic interface

    Overview

    By default, Proxmox VE uses the enterprise repository, which requires a subscription. If you don’t have a subscription, you can enable the no-subscription repository to receive updates. Additionally, it is recommended to disable the Ceph repository unless you are actively using Ceph storage. This guide explains how to do it through the Proxmox VE web interface (GUI).

    Prerequisites

    • A running Proxmox VE installation.

    • Access to the Proxmox VE web interface with administrator privileges.

    • Internet connectivity to reach the Proxmox repositories.

    Steps

    1. Log in to the Proxmox VE web interface

    • Open your browser and connect to your Proxmox VE host:

      https://<your-proxmox-ip>:8006

    • Log in with your root account or an account with sufficient privileges.

    2. Navigate to repository settings

    • In the left sidebar, select your Proxmox node.

    • Go to:

      Node → Updates → Repositories

    3. Disable the enterprise repository

    • Locate the entry:

      https://enterprise.proxmox.com/debian/pve

    • Select it and click Disable.

    4. Disable the ceph repository (optional but recommended)

    • Locate the entry:

      https://enterprise.proxmox.com/debian/ceph

    • Select it and click Disable.

    • This prevents update errors if you are not using Ceph storage.

    5. Add the No-Subscription repository

    • Click Add.

    • In the dialog, choose:

      • Repository: No-Subscription

      • Confirm the addition.

    You should now see:

    http://download.proxmox.com/debian/pve

    6. Reload and verify

    • Click Refresh to update the repository list.

    • Go to:

      Node → Updates

    • Click refresh to confirm that updates are now available from the no-subscription repository.

    Notes

    • The no-subscription repository provides updates but without enterprise support.

    • The Ceph repository should only be enabled if you are actively using Ceph storage.

    • For production systems, consider purchasing a subscription to access the enterprise repository and official support.

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