How to Install ShinobiCE on Arch Linux

Shinobi is an open-source software for managing and monitoring different kinds of cameras. It supports various protocols and devices, including IP cameras, USB cameras, and webcams, among others.

In this tutorial, we are going to install ShinobiCE on Arch Linux, a popular and lightweight distribution. The installation process is straightforward and requires only a couple of steps.

Prerequisites

Before installing ShinobiCE, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:

  • Arch Linux OS
  • Root or sudo access
  • An active internet connection

Step 1: Install Required Dependencies

The first thing you need to do is install some necessary dependencies on your Arch Linux system. You can use the following command to install them.

sudo pacman -S gcc make gcc-c++ ffmpeg mongodb nodejs npm

This command will install the required libraries and tools that ShinobiCE needs to run.

Step 2: Install Git

Next, install Git on your system by running the following command.

sudo pacman -S git

Git is a version control system that helps you manage and track changes in your codebase. You'll need it later to download the ShinobiCE source code from its Git repository.

Step 3: Clone ShinobiCE Git Repository

After installing Git, clone the ShinobiCE Git repository from GitLab using the following command.

git clone https://gitlab.com/Shinobi-Systems/ShinobiCE.git

This command will clone the ShinobiCE repository to your local system.

Step 4: Install ShinobiCE Dependencies

Now, navigate to the ShinobiCE directory using the following command.

cd ShinobiCE

After that, install the ShinobiCE dependencies by running the following command.

npm install

This command will download and install all the dependencies that ShinobiCE needs to run.

Step 5: Configure ShinobiCE

Before starting ShinobiCE, you need to configure it. To do that, rename the config file by running the following command.

mv conf.sample.json conf.json

Then, open the conf.json file using your preferred text editor and modify the values accordingly.

Step 6: Start ShinobiCE

Finally, start the ShinobiCE server by running the following command.

npm start

This command will start the ShinobiCE server, and you can access it from your web browser by visiting http://localhost:8080.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed ShinobiCE on your Arch Linux system. You can now add cameras and devices to start monitoring and managing them.