How do I configure a proxy for minikube on Windows to access https://registry.k8s.io/?

When setting up a proxy for minikube on Windows, the proxy values typically refer to the address and port used by your network’s proxy server. Here’s how you can find and use these details:

1. Checking Windows Proxy Settings

Often, your system is configured with a proxy in one of these places:

• Internet Options:
  Open Control Panel → Network and Internet → Internet Options → Connections tab → LAN settings. If a proxy is used, you'll see the address and port.

• Command Line:
  You can run the following command in PowerShell or Command Prompt to see your current proxy settings for Windows:

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  netsh winhttp show proxy

2. Environment Variables

Some setups configure a proxy via environment variables like HTTP_PROXY and HTTPS_PROXY. To check these:

• PowerShell:

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  echo $env:HTTP_PROXY
  echo $env:HTTPS_PROXY

• Command Prompt:

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  echo %HTTP_PROXY%
  echo %HTTPS_PROXY%

3. Setting the Proxy for minikube

Once you have the required proxy values (like http://proxy-server-address:port), you can pass them to minikube using the --docker-env flag for Docker daemon or by setting environment variables that minikube will pick up. For example:

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minikube start --docker-env HTTP_PROXY=http://your-proxy:port --docker-env HTTPS_PROXY=https://your-proxy:port

If authentication is needed, include the username and password in the URL as shown in the documentation.

4. Check with Your Network Administrator

If you’re unsure about the proxy settings, it’s a good idea to contact your IT department or network administrator. They can provide the correct proxy server address, port, and authentication details if required.

With these steps, you should be able to determine the correct proxy values and pass them to minikube. If any further issues persist, consult the minikube VPN and Proxy documentation for additional options tailored to your setup.