A beta version of Proxmox Virtual Environment 9.0 is now available for testing, built on Debian 13 "Trixie". It features a 6.14.8-1 kernel, QEMU 10.0.2, LXC 6.0.4, and OpenZFS 2.3.3. The beta version features Ceph Squid 19.2, SDN Fabrics for intricate routed networks, snapshots for thick-provisioned LVM shared storage, ZFS 2.3 with RAID-Z expansion, along with various enhancements to the GUI and API.
Proxmox VE 9.0 BETA released!
We are pleased to announce the first beta release of Proxmox Virtual Environment 9.0! The 9.x family is based on the great Debian 13 "Trixie" and comes with a 6.14.8-1 kernel, QEMU 10.0.2, LXC 6.0.4, OpenZFS 2.3.3.
Note: The current release of Proxmox Virtual Environment 9.0 is a beta version. If you test or upgrade, make sure to first create backups of your data. We recommend Proxmox Backup Server to do so.
Here are some of the highlights of the Proxmox VE 9.0 beta version
- Ceph Squid 19.2 is the new default and comes with continued support
- SDN Fabrics for complex routed networks, enabling advanced use cases like two-layer spine-leaf architectures or a full-mesh Ceph cluster.
- Snapshots for thick-provisioned LVM shared storage, e.g., for setups connected over iSCSI or Fibre Channel to a SAN.
- ZFS 2.3 with RAID-Z expansion.
- Countless GUI and API improvements.
- and much more...
Release notes
https://pve.proxmox.com/wiki/Roadmap
Download
https://enterprise.proxmox.com/iso
Community Forum
https://forum.proxmox.com
Bugtracker
https://bugzilla.proxmox.com
Source code
https://git.proxmox.com
FAQ
Q: Is the Proxmox VE 9.0 beta safe to use?
A: You should never upgrade critical production systems to the beta, it's not a stable release and it does not get security support.
While we try hard to avoid severe bugs, some instability is expected.
Q: Can I upgrade latest Proxmox VE 8 to 9 beta with apt?
A: Yes, please follow the upgrade instructions at https://pve.proxmox.com/wiki/Upgrade_from_8_to_9
Q: Can I upgrade a 9.0 beta installation to the stable 9.0, once released, via apt?
A: Yes, upgrading from beta to stable installation will be possible via apt.
Q: Which apt repository can I use for Proxmox VE 9.0 beta?
A: You can use the pve-test repository:Code:deb http://download.proxmox.com/debian/pve trixie pve-test
Q: Will the beta receive updates and new features?
A: Yes, the beta will continuously receive updates including the latest fixes and features.
Q: Can I install Proxmox VE 9.0 beta on top of Debian 13 "Trixie"?
A: Yes, see https://pve.proxmox.com/wiki/Install_Proxmox_VE_on_Debian_13_Trixie
Q: Can I upgrade my Proxmox VE 8.4 cluster with Ceph Reef to 9.0 beta?
A: This is a two-step process. First, you have to upgrade Ceph from Reef to Squid, and afterward you can upgrade Proxmox VE from 8.4 to 9.0. There are a lot of improvements and changes, so please follow exactly the upgrade documentation:
https://pve.proxmox.com/wiki/Upgrade_from_8_to_9
https://pve.proxmox.com/wiki/Ceph_Reef_to_Squid
Q: When do you expect the stable Proxmox VE 9.0 release?
A: The final Proxmox VE 9.0 will be available as soon as all Proxmox VE 9.0 release critical bugs are fixed, and new features are deemed stable.
Q: Where can I get more information about feature updates?
A: Check the roadmap, forum, the mailing list, and/or subscribe to our newsletter.
You are welcome to test your hardware and your upgrade path, and we are looking forward to your feedback, bug reports, or ideas. Thank you for getting involved!
