How to integrate private registry with AKS

Daniel Bianco 0

I need attache a private container registry (Nexus) outside of Azure to my AKS.

The only documentation I was able to find was this:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/aks/cluster-container-registry-integration?tabs=azure-cli#attach-an-acr-to-an-existing-aks-cluster

Is it possible to configure my external Nexus directly on AKS?

Or I need to create an Azure Container Registry, configure my external registry as a cache (it seems it doesn't support Nexus) and then attach ACR on my AKS?

Akshay kumar Mandha 2,590 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2025-02-11T23:35:30.5266667+00:00

Hi Daniel Bianco,
Welcome to the Microsoft Q&A Platform! Thank you for reaching out with your question.
Based on your query, on this specific requirement directly addresses attaching the Nexus private registry in this context from Microsoft or is it not mentioning anything specific if we receive any additional information or updates regarding this topic, we will certainly provide it to you.

We appreciate your understanding and patience. If you have any further query or else you need other information, please don't hesitate to reach out. Feel free to ask me anything, and I will help you as needed!
LISBOA 75 Reputation points Microsoft Employee

2025-02-12T07:02:34.9733333+00:00

Hello Daniel,

I'd like to share one option https://blog.memoryleek.co.uk/2023/02/09/deploying-and-configuring-nexus-repositories-on-aks-with-terraform.html

Please also read the documentation about options with Nexus kubernets as add-on on Azure.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/operator-nexus/reference-nexus-kubernetes-cluster-supported-versions?tabs=azure-cli

But if you want to discuss this topic and to have AKS support engineer engaged on this query, please open a MS support ticket using our Portal, we will be more than happy to help.

Please accept the answer.
Daniel Bianco 0 Reputation points

2025-02-12T08:17:00.6266667+00:00

I'm sorry, maybe I didn't express correctly.

I would like to understand how to attach a private repository. It didn't need to be a Nexus, it could be Jfrog or even GAR.

With ACR, you can run this command:
# Attach using acr-name
az aks update --name myAKSCluster --resource-group myResourceGroup --attach-acr <acr-name>

But how can I attach a private repository?
Akshay kumar Mandha 2,590 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2025-02-13T21:41:15.29+00:00

Hi Daniel Bianco,
Continuation with my previous. I'm currently reviewing the latest comments and will update you accordingly.
Akshay kumar Mandha 2,590 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2025-02-17T18:00:59.1666667+00:00

Hi Daniel Bianco,
I hope you're doing well.
After thoroughly reviewing the latest comment, as informed in my first comment, I would like to update you that Nexus private registry support has not been explicitly mentioned.

In the meantime, we recommend using Azure Container Registry (ACR). ACR offers robust features and seamless integration, ensuring that your container management needs are effectively met.

Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated. We are closely monitoring for any updates from Microsoft and will inform you as soon as we receive new information regarding Nexus private registry support.

We value your partnership and are committed to providing you with the best possible solutions. Thank you for your patience, and please feel free to reach out if you have any further questions or need assistance.
Akshay kumar Mandha 2,590 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2025-02-18T17:14:06.6566667+00:00

Hi Daniel Bianco,
Could you please review answer provided by LISBOA if you have any further query or need any other additional information, please let me know

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LISBOA 75 Reputation points Microsoft Employee

2025-02-18T16:31:00.8133333+00:00

Hi Daniel Bianco,

thank you for the update in this question, if I understood, you have your private repo, that already has some images for your apps/workloads, that also you want to integrate with Azure Container Registry (ACR), and then will be used by AKS.

I want to share some options below:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/container-registry/container-registry-tutorial-build-task

https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/nexus-installation-from-azure-registry-to-on-premises/

Also, check this link : [ https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/container-registry/container-registry-private-link

]( https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/container-registry/container-registry-private-link

)

To better understand your environment, you can also open a support request to the MS-Support team and we can work together on the scenarios.

If you have any further query don't hesitate to reach out.
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