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Docker Service

The Docker Service menu controls the global Docker configuration and runtime behavior.
It allows you to enable or disable the Docker daemon, define storage locations, configure networking, and manage automated update checks.

The Docker Service menu is located under:

Settings → Virtualization → Docker Service

Changes in this section affect all Docker containers running on the system.

Example:

Docker Service

Docker Service Configuration​

Enable Docker Service​

Enables or disables the Docker daemon.

Enabled:

  • Docker containers can be created and started
  • Docker templates and the MOS Hub are available

Disabled:

  • All Docker containers are stopped
  • No container-related services are running

Note:
Disabling the Docker service will stop all running containers.

Docker Directory​

Defines the main Docker data directory.

Purpose:

  • Stores container layers
  • Image data
  • Volumes and metadata

Recommendation:

  • Place on fast and reliable storage
  • Prefer SSD-based pools

Appdata Directory​

Defines the directory used for persistent application data.

Purpose:

  • Stores container configuration
  • Application-specific persistent data

Best practice:

  • Place on a persistent storage pool
  • Ensure regular backups

Filesystem​

Defines the filesystem driver used by Docker.

Default:

  • overlay2

Notes:

  • overlay2 is recommended for most setups
  • Requires a compatible underlying filesystem (e.g. xfs with ftype enabled, ext4)

Docker Network Mode​

Defines the Docker network driver used for container networking.

Default:

  • ipvlan

Available options:

  • ipvlan – Lightweight, high-performance networking with reduced broadcast traffic
  • macvlan – Assigns unique MAC addresses to containers

Notes:

  • macvlan may require additional switch or router configuration
  • Choose the mode based on your network environment

Docker Start Parameters​

Allows defining additional parameters passed to the Docker daemon at startup.

Use cases:

  • Custom runtime options
  • Advanced tuning
  • Debugging

Note:
Only define parameters if you are familiar with Docker daemon options.

Start Wait (seconds)​

Defines how long the system waits before starting Docker after boot.

Purpose:

  • Ensure network and storage availability
  • Avoid race conditions during startup

Optional:
Can be left unset if not required.

Docker Update Schedule​

Controls automated Docker update behavior.

Update Check​

Enables or disables scheduled update checks for Docker-related components.

Default schedule:

0 1 * * *

Description:

  • Performs a daily update check at 01:00
  • Does not modify or restart containers

Options:

  • Enable
  • Disable

Auto Update​

Controls automatic updates of Docker components or containers.

Default schedule:

0 2 * * SAT

Description:

  • Runs every Saturday at 02:00
  • Automatically applies available updates

Options:

  • Enable
  • Disable

Note:
Automatic updates may restart containers.

Best Practices​

  • Backup appdata before enabling auto updates
  • Schedule updates during low-usage hours
  • Use ipvlan unless macvlan is explicitly required
  • Keep Docker storage on fast disks

Summary​

The Docker Service settings define how Docker operates system-wide.

Key points:

  • Enable or disable the Docker daemon
  • Configure storage and filesystem options
  • Select the appropriate network mode
  • Define startup behavior and daemon parameters
  • Control automated update checks and updates

Proper configuration ensures stable, secure, and efficient container operation.

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