Helm Chart repository is a collection library of Helm Charts, which facilitates you to organize and manage application resources. Use a Helm Chart repository to quickly find and deploy applications. You can add and maintain your own Helm Chart repository based on your business needs and/or add a third-party Helm Chart repository.

To use GS as a Helm Chart server, you can add a Helm Chart repository and specify the source URL and the authentication information. After addition, you can manage the repository by checking if an updated version of the Helm Chart is available. By syncing the repository regularly, you can always make sure your repository is up to date.

Note:

When using GS system as a Helm chart server, install the Docker application as well.

Procedure

1. Go to EonOne for GS > Settings > Applications > Repository.
2. Find the application Helm Chart Server and click its icon.
3. Go to the application information. Click Install.
4. Check and/or specify the server port for the Helm chart server. The default is 4100. If needed, choose another port.
5. When choosing Sync with an existing server, check and/or specify the URL and the frequency for syncing.
6. If needed, choose Authorization mode and specify the username and the password. The username and password are required when you later add this repository on EonKube.
7. Click OK to save the settings. The status of the application will be displayed as “Installed”.

After installing this application on GS, connect this GS to your Kubernetes cluster. For more information, see Connecting to a Helm Chart Server (EonStor GS).