How to Install Sonarr on EndeavourOS Latest

Sonarr is an open-source tool used to track and automatically download TV shows via BitTorrent and Usenet. This tutorial aims to guide you on how to install Sonarr on EndeavourOS Latest.

Step 1: Update the System

Before installing any new software, it is recommended to update the system's repository list and upgrade the packages to their latest versions. Run the following command in the terminal to perform the update:

sudo pacman -Syu

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Sonarr is dependent on Mono, which is needed to run .NET applications on Linux-based systems. You can install Mono by running the following command:

sudo pacman -S mono

Step 3: Install Sonarr

Once the system and dependencies are updated, proceed with the installation of Sonarr using the following command:

sudo pacman -S sonarr

This will install the latest stable version of Sonarr.

Step 4: Configure Sonarr

Now that Sonarr is installed on your system, you need to configure Sonarr for it to function properly. Follow the steps below to access Sonarr's web interface:

  • Open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost:8989/
  • You'll be prompted to create a username and password, which will be used to log in to Sonarr's web interface. Enter your desired credentials and click on "Save."

Sonarr's web interface is now accessible, and you can add your preferred TV shows to start automatic downloads.

Step 5: Add TV Shows to Sonarr

To add TV shows to Sonarr, follow the steps below:

  • Click on the "+Add Series" button in the Sonarr dashboard
  • Enter the name of the TV show you want to add and click "Search"
  • Sonarr will search for the TV show from supported indexers and display a list of matching results. Select the TV show you want to add and click "Add"
  • After adding the TV show, you can set the quality of the downloads, the release group to monitor, and the preferred language.

Your TV show will now be added to Sonarr's watchlist and will automatically download new episodes as they become available.

Conclusion

Installing and configuring Sonarr on EndeavourOS is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few steps. With its user-friendly interface and automatic download functionality, Sonarr makes it easy to enjoy your favorite TV shows without worrying about missing an episode.