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Deploying Custom CNI (Kube-OVN) in Rafay MKS Upstream Kubernetes Cluster Using the Blueprint Add-On Approach

In continuation of our Part 1 intro blog on the Kube-OVN CNI, this is Part 2, where we will cover how easy it is to manage CNI configurations using Rafay's Blueprint Add-On approach.In the evolving cloud-native landscape, networking requirements are becoming more complex, with platform teams needing enhanced control and customization over their Kubernetes clusters. Rafay's support for custom, compatible CNIs allows organizations to select and deploy advanced networking solutions tailored to their needs. While there are several options available, this blog will focus specifically on deploying the Kube-OVN CNI. Using Rafay’s Blueprint Add-On approach, we will guide you through the steps to seamlessly integrate Kube-OVN into an upstream Kubernetes cluster managed by Rafay’s Managed Kubernetes Service.

Our upcoming release, scheduled for December in the production environment, introduces several new features and enhancements. Each of these will be covered in separate blog posts. This particular blog focuses on the support and process for deploying Kube-OVN as the primary CNI on an upstream Kubernetes cluster.

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Watch a video showcasing how users can customize and configure Kube-OVN as the primary CNI on Rafay MKS Kubernetes clusters.

The Kube-OVN CNI: A Powerful Networking Solution for Kubernetes

Kubernetes has become the de facto standard for orchestrating containerized applications, but efficient networking remains one of the biggest challenges. For Kubernetes networking, Container Network Interface (CNI) plugins handle the essential task of managing the network configuration between pods, nodes, and external systems. Among these CNI plugins, Kube-OVN stands out as a feature-rich and enterprise-ready solution, designed for cloud-native applications requiring robust networking features.

In this blog, we will discuss how it is different from popular CNI plugins such as Calico and Cilium and use cases where it is particularly useful.

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