# Containerized Installation (Linux or Windows)

The **Containerized Installation** method allows you to run EasyEdge Node inside a container runtime (such as Docker) on Linux or Windows systems. This is ideal for environments where containerization is preferred for consistency, isolation, and simplified lifecycle management.

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#### Prerequisites

* **Host OS:** Linux or Windows with Docker installed
* **Supported Architectures:** ARM and x86 (all available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions)
* **Minimum Resources:** 128MB RAM and 128MB storage

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## Step-by-Step Guide

### **1. Add a New EdgeNode**

In **EasyEdge Studio**, navigate to the **System** where you want to deploy the EdgeNode.

Click **Add EdgeNode** to open the wizard.

### **2. Select the Host Profile**

Choose the **Docker Container** profile.

### **3. Configure the EdgeNode**

* **Name:** Set a descriptive name
* **Architecture:** Select the CPU architecture of the target device
* **Installation Path:** Set the installation directory (e.g., `/opt/EdgeNode`)

### **4. Set the Target System**

Confirm or change the System. You can also create a new one directly in the wizard.

### **5. Review and Finish**

Check your configuration summary and click **Finish** to generate the install command.

### **6. Run the Installation Command on the Host**

Copy the command generated by EasyEdge Studio and run it on your Container.

This will:

* Download all required EdgeNode binaries
* Register the device
* Create system services and finish the setup

### **7. Verify Status in EasyEdge Studio**

Once installation completes, the EdgeNode status will change from **Onboarding** to **Healthy (Stopped)**. It’s now ready to start the project configuration.

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