How to Install MeshCentral on Manjaro

MeshCentral is a web-based remote management platform that allows users to manage their devices from anywhere in the world. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing MeshCentral on Manjaro.

Prerequisites

Before installing MeshCentral on Manjaro, make sure that you have the following:

  • A Manjaro-powered machine
  • A web browser installed on the machine
  • A stable internet connection

Installation Steps

Follow the steps below to install MeshCentral on your Manjaro machine.

Step 1: Install Node.js

MeshCentral is built using Node.js, so you must have Node.js installed on your Manjaro machine. To install Node.js, follow these steps:

  1. Open the terminal on your Manjaro machine.

  2. Type the following command to install Node.js:

    sudo pacman -S nodejs

  3. After the installation process is complete, verify that Node.js is installed by running the following command:

    node -v

    If Node.js is installed, the version number will be displayed.

Step 2: Download MeshCentral

  1. Open your web browser and navigate to https://meshcentral.com/#download.

  2. Under the Linux section, click on the "Download MeshCentral" button.

  3. The download should automatically start. When the download is complete, extract the contents of the downloaded file to a folder of your choice.

Step 3: Set Up MeshCentral

  1. Open the terminal and navigate to the folder where you extracted the contents of the downloaded file.

  2. Type the following command to install all the necessary packages:

    npm install

  3. Once the packages are installed, run the following command to start MeshCentral:

    node meshcentral

  4. MeshCentral is now running. Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost:8080 to access the MeshCentral login page.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install MeshCentral on Manjaro. By following these simple steps, you can set up your MeshCentral instance and start managing your devices remotely.