--- title: Canonical’s support for Kubernetes 1.6.2 released description: We’re proud to announce support for Kubernetes 1.6.2 in the Canonical Distribution of Kubernetes and the Kubernetes Charms. This is a pure upstream distribution of Kubernetes, built with operators in mind. It allows operators do deploy, manage, and operate Kubernetes on public clouds, on-premise (ie vSphere, OpenStack), bare metal, and de […] url: https://canonical.com/blog/cdk-1-6-2-released --- 1. [Blog](https://canonical.com/blog) 2. Article --- [Marco Ceppi](https://canonical.com/blog/author/marcoceppi "More about Marco Ceppi") 4 May 2017 # Canonical’s support for Kubernetes 1.6.2 released --- Share the article We’re proud to announce support for Kubernetes 1.6.2 in the [Canonical Distribution of Kubernetes](https://jujucharms.com/kubernetes) and the Kubernetes Charms. This is a pure upstream distribution of Kubernetes, built with operators in mind. It allows operators do deploy, manage, and operate Kubernetes on public clouds, on-premise (ie vSphere, OpenStack), bare metal, and developer laptops. Kubernetes 1.6.2 is a patch release comprised of [mostly bugfixes](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md#changelog-since-v161). ## Getting Started Here’s the simplest way to get a Kubernetes 1.6.2 cluster up and running: ``` # linux sudo snap install conjure-up --classic conjure-up kubernetes # macOS brew install conjure-up conjure-up kubernetes ``` During the installation conjure-up will ask you what cloud you want to deploy on and prompt you for the proper credentials. If you’re deploying to local containers (LXD) see [these instructions](https://kubernetes.io/docs/getting-started-guides/ubuntu/local/) for localhost-specific considerations. For production grade deployments and cluster lifecycle management it is recommended to read the full [Canonical Distribution of Kubernetes documentation](https://kubernetes.io/docs/getting-started-guides/ubuntu/). ## How to upgrade To upgrade an existing 1.5.x or 1.6.x cluster, follow the [upgrade instructions](https://kubernetes.io/docs/getting-started-guides/ubuntu/upgrades/) in the docs. Following these instructions will upgrade the charm code and resources to the Kubernetes 1.6.2 release of the charms. ## New Features * Support for Kubernetes v1.6.2. * Update kubernetes-e2e charm to use snaps – [pr:45044](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/45044) * Add namespace-{list, create, delete} actions to the kubernetes-master layer – [pr:44277](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44277) * Add cifs-utils package to kubernetes-worker (required for Azure) – [pr:45117](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/45117), [fixes:227](https://github.com/juju-solutions/bundle-canonical-kubernetes/issues/227) * Document NodePort networking for CDK – [pr:44863](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44863), [fixes:259](https://github.com/juju-solutions/bundle-canonical-kubernetes/issues/259) ## Bug Fixes * Update outdated link in kubernetes-master readme – [pr:44988](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44988) * Faster juju status updates when charm config changes – [pr:44959](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/45959), [fixes:263](https://github.com/juju-solutions/bundle-canonical-kubernetes/issues/263) * Make new leader retrieve certs from old leader – [pr:43620](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/43620), [fixes:43563](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/43563) * Append authentication tokens instead of overwriting – [pr:43620](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/43620), [fixes:43519](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/43519) * Ensure kubernetes-worker juju layer registry action uses correct ingress controller option name – [pr:44921](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44921), [fixes:44920](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/44920) * Send dns details only after cdk-addons are configured – [pr:44945](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44945), [fixes:40386](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/40386), [fixes:262](https://github.com/juju-solutions/bundle-canonical-kubernetes/issues/262) * Fix ceph-secret type to kubernetes.io/rbd – [pr:44635](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44635) * When multiple masters, make worker choose one at random instead of trying to use all – [pr:44677](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44677), [fixes:255](https://github.com/juju-solutions/bundle-canonical-kubernetes/issues/255) * Prevent installation of upstream (possibly unsupported by k8s) docker – [pr:44681](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44681) * Add –delete-local-data option to pause action – [pr:44391](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44391), [fixes:44392](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/44392) * Handle etcd scale events properly – [pr:44967](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44967), [fixes:43461](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/43461) * Resolve juju vsphere hostname bug showing only a single node in a scaled node-pool – [pr:44780](https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/44780), [fixes:237](https://github.com/juju-solutions/bundle-canonical-kubernetes/issues/237) ## How to contact us We’re normally found in these Slack channels and attend these sig meetings regularly: * [sig-cluster-lifecycle](https://kubernetes.slack.com/messages/sig-cluster-lifecycle/) * [sig-cluster-ops](https://kubernetes.slack.com/messages/sig-cluster-ops) * [sig-onprem](https://kubernetes.slack.com/messages/sig-onprem) Or via email: [kuberentes@ubuntu.com](mailto:kuberentes@ubuntu.com) Operators are an important part of Kubernetes, we encourage you to participate with other members of the Kubernetes community! We also monitor the Kubernetes mailing lists and other [community channels](https://kubernetes.io/community/), feel free to reach out to us. As always, PRs, recommendations, and bug reports are welcome! [Get in touch Interested in running Ubuntu in your organization?](https://ubuntu.com/about/contact-us/form) ## Sign up for our newsletter Get the latest Canonical news and updates in your inbox. Work email: \*I agree to receive information about Canonical's products and services. In submitting this form, I confirm that I have read and agree to [Canonical's Privacy Notice](https://canonical.com/legal/data-privacy/contact) and [Privacy Policy](https://canonical.com/legal/data-privacy). Sign up ## Share on --- ## Related posts [### AI infrastructure for telcos](https://canonical.com/blog/ai-infrastructure-for-telcos) Why moving from pilots to production changes the platform Artificial intelligence has moved beyond the demonstration phase. 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