Configuring Proxy Settings, Data Root Locations, and Starting Docker Desktop

- `--override-proxy-http=<URL>`: Sets the URL of the HTTP proxy that must be used for outgoing HTTP requests, requires `--proxy-http-mode` to be `manual` - `--override-proxy-https=<URL>`: Sets the URL of the HTTP proxy that must be used for outgoing HTTPS requests, requires `--proxy-http-mode` to be `manual` - `--override-proxy-exclude=<hosts/domains>`: Bypasses proxy settings for the hosts and domains. Uses a comma-separated list. - `--proxy-enable-kerberosntlm`: Enables Kerberos and NTLM proxy authentication. If you are enabling this, ensure your proxy server is properly configured for Kerberos/NTLM authentication. Available with Docker Desktop 4.32 and later. ##### Data root and disk location - `--hyper-v-default-data-root=<path>`: Specifies the default location for the Hyper-V VM disk. - `--windows-containers-default-data-root=<path>`: Specifies the default location for the Windows containers. - `--wsl-default-data-root=<path>`: Specifies the default location for the WSL distribution disk. ## Start Docker Desktop Docker Desktop does not start automatically after installation. To start Docker Desktop: 1. Search for Docker, and select **Docker Desktop** in the search results. 2. The Docker menu ({{< inline-image src="images/whale-x.svg" alt="whale menu" >}}) displays the Docker Subscription Service Agreement. {{% include "desktop-license-update.md" %}} 3. Select **Accept** to continue. Docker Desktop starts after you accept the terms. Note that Docker Desktop won't run if you do not agree to the terms. You can choose to accept the terms at a later date by opening Docker Desktop. For more information, see [Docker Desktop Subscription Service Agreement](https://www.docker.com/legal/docker-subscription-service-agreement/). It is recommended that you read the [FAQs](https://www.docker.com/pricing/faq). > [!TIP] > > As an IT administrator, you can use endpoint management (MDM) software to identify the number of Docker Desktop instances and their versions within your environment. This can provide accurate license reporting, help ensure your machines use the latest version of Docker Desktop, and enable you to [enforce sign-in](/manuals/security/for-admins/enforce-sign-in/_index.md). > - [Intune](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/intune/apps/app-discovered-apps) > - [Jamf](https://docs.jamf.com/10.25.0/jamf-pro/administrator-guide/Application_Usage.html) > - [Kandji](https://support.kandji.io/support/solutions/articles/72000559793-view-a-device-application-list) > - [Kolide](https://www.kolide.com/features/device-inventory/properties/mac-apps) > - [Workspace One](https://blogs.vmware.com/euc/2022/11/how-to-use-workspace-one-intelligence-to-manage-app-licenses-and-reduce-costs.html) ## Where to go next - Explore [Docker's subscriptions](https://www.docker.com/pricing/) to see what Docker can offer you. - [Get started with Docker](/get-started/introduction/_index.md). - [Explore Docker Desktop](/manuals/desktop/use-desktop/_index.md) and all its features. - [Troubleshooting](/manuals/desktop/troubleshoot-and-support/troubleshoot/_index.md) describes common problems, workarounds, and how to get support. - [FAQs](/manuals/desktop/troubleshoot-and-support/faqs/general.md) provide answers to frequently asked questions. - [Release notes](/manuals/desktop/release-notes.md) lists component updates, new features, and improvements associated with Docker Desktop releases. - [Back up and restore data](/manuals/desktop/settings-and-maintenance/backup-and-restore.md) provides instructions on backing up and restoring data related to Docker.

This section details configuring proxy settings using flags like '--override-proxy-http', '--override-proxy-https', and '--override-proxy-exclude', along with enabling Kerberos/NTLM authentication via '--proxy-enable-kerberosntlm'. It also covers specifying data root locations for Hyper-V, Windows containers, and WSL distributions. Furthermore, it outlines the steps to manually start Docker Desktop after installation, including accepting the Docker Subscription Service Agreement. A tip for IT administrators is provided, detailing how to use endpoint management software to monitor Docker Desktop instances and versions for license reporting and update management. Finally, resources for exploring Docker subscriptions, getting started with Docker, troubleshooting, FAQs, release notes, and data backup/restore are listed.