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Configuring Macvlan and IPVlan for Docker on Linux: Direct LAN IP Assignment and NAT Bypass

By IT From Zero October 12, 2026

Assigning physical LAN IPs directly to Docker containers completely bypasses conntrack NAT and lowers CPU overhead for VoIP/RTSP. A detailed guide to configuring Macvlan, IPVlan L2, and fixing host-to-container connectivity.

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Docker Macvlan: Assign Static IPs Directly from Your Router to Containers (Goodbye NAT)

By IT From Zero April 5, 2026

Forget the worries of Port Mapping and NAT. This guide helps you assign static IPs directly from your router to Docker containers using Macvlan Networking, allowing them to act as true physical devices.