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Install Method

Chosing an Install Method​

There are three main methods to install the Unpollor 'suite' (Unpoller and accociated programs)

Docker Image​

This is the recommended way to install and the best option for new users.

Advantages of Docker​

  • Easy to configure, as you can rely on pre-existing work.
  • Easy to update.
  • Reliable and well-supported.

Disadvantages of Docker​

  • Some performance impact (though not likely to impact UniFi Poller, there is an overhead).
  • Relies on a base system for persistence of data.
  • May not be implemented on some useful platforms (eg NAS).

Manual Install​

Install each of the components individually

Advantages of Manual​

  • Works on systems that don't support Docker
  • You can make use of any components you already have
  • Less performance impact
  • Don't need hardware VM support

Disadvantages of Manual​

  • Harder to update
  • Requires manual configuration

Kubernetes​

Run Unpoller in a k8s cluster through the usage of the helm chart.

Advantages of Kubernetes​

  • Automatic updates when combined with flux
  • Integration with prometheus operator and grafana operator
  • Pre packed solution

Disadvantages of Kubernetes​

  • Requires a kubernetes cluster + all associated complexities
  • Requires kubernetes knowledge to troubleshoot
  • Higher complexity

Device Specific​

Some devices have specific install methods. If you have one of those devices the instructions for that device take precedence.

  • unRAID Template -- An unRAID Template is available in the Community Applications.
  • Synology -- Via Docker Image
  • CloudKey -- You may also install directly on a CloudKey, but that's an advanced setup and not generally recommended.

Next Steps​

Installation Overview