# Getting Started This section guides you through the process of deploying Alluxio on Kubernetes, from initial setup to accessing your data. ## 1. Prerequisites Before you begin, ensure your environment meets the necessary hardware, software, and networking requirements. For Kubernetes deployments, this includes having a compatible Kubernetes cluster (v1.19+), Helm (v3.6.0+), and the appropriate RBAC permissions. We provide resource recommendations for both minimum and preferred setups to guide your capacity planning. Learn more about [Prerequisites](/ee-ai-en/ai-3.7/start/prerequisites.md)... ## 2. Installing on Kubernetes The recommended method for deploying Alluxio is with the Alluxio Kubernetes Operator, which simplifies installation and management. The process involves these key steps: 1. **Deploy the Alluxio Operator**: Use the provided Helm chart to install the operator, which manages the lifecycle of Alluxio clusters. 2. **Deploy the Alluxio Cluster**: Create an `AlluxioCluster` custom resource to define your cluster's configuration, including node selectors, persistent storage for metadata, and resource allocations. 3. **Connect to Storage**: Mount your existing storage systems (like S3, HDFS, etc.) into Alluxio's unified namespace by creating `UnderFileSystem` resources. 4. **Access Data**: Once deployed, your applications can access data through various APIs, including POSIX (via FUSE), S3, and FSSpec. The installation guide also includes appendices covering advanced topics such as handling container images in air-gapped environments, troubleshooting common deployment issues, and managing licenses. Learn more about [Installing on Kubernetes](/ee-ai-en/ai-3.7/start/installing-on-kubernetes.md)... --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://documentation.alluxio.io/ee-ai-en/ai-3.7/start.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.