Using Docker

Use Docker to configure Edge

Upgrading a Docker Container from before 2025?

Before 2025, upgrading the Tillit Edge Docker required destroying the existing container, which led to missing files necessary for the new version. Starting in 2025, this issue has been resolved, and upgrades can now be performed without losing critical files.

Take a look at this guide to get more information - Upgrading a docker container from before 2025

A Docker Desktop installation allows you to install the TilliT Edge software on a virtual machine or remote desktop, simplifying the process by eliminating the need to install a physical device in the automation area. Setting up Docker requires basic knowledge of the command line interface and Linux systems, but our support team is available to assist you if needed.

1. Navigate to the Edge Screen:

   • Go to Settings > Edge

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2. Create a Docker Edge Device:

   • From the drop-down menu, select SELF_MANAGED_DOCKER. You can choose any name for the device.

   • Click Save and then Open. This may take a few seconds to complete.

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3. Download the Edge Docker Files:

   • Once your edge device is successfully created, you will be taken to a new screen.

   • In the top right corner of the toolbar, click the Get Resources button to download the Docker files for your edge device.

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4. Extract the Docker Files:

   • Locate the folder where the files were downloaded.

   • Extract the contents, and then open the README.md file. This file provides instructions on how to install Docker and Docker Compose if you haven't already done so.

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5. Run the Docker Setup:

   • Open a terminal window in the folder where the files were extracted.

   • Run the following command to start the Docker container:

     docker compose up --detach --no-recreate

   • Docker will start downloading the edge software from Docker Hub. Once completed, the container will start automatically.

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6. Wait for the Device Setup to Complete:

   • Allow the device to run for about 5 minutes while it finishes the setup process.

   • After this time, return to the TilliT interface and check that your edge device is now marked as Online.

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   At this point, you can configure your edge device just like you would with a physical device.