Tutorial: How to install ArchivesSpace on NetBSD

ArchivesSpace is an open source web application designed for archives management. It aids archival description, digital object management, authority control, and much more. This tutorial will guide you on how to install ArchivesSpace on NetBSD.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you fulfill the following requirements:

  • A server running NetBSD with root access
  • Basic knowledge of the command line interface

Step 1: Install prerequisites

ArchivesSpace requires several software dependencies before installation. You can install them using the following command:

pkgin update && pkgin -y install java openjdk11 postgresql11-server git

Step 2: Configure PostgreSQL

ArchivesSpace uses PostgreSQL as its backend database. To configure it, run the following commands:

echo "postgresql=YES" >> /etc/rc.conf.local
/etc/rc.d/postgresql initdb
/etc/rc.d/postgresql start

You also need to create a new PostgreSQL user and database. Run the following commands:

su - postgres
createuser -d archives
createdb -O archives archivesspace
exit

Step 3: Download and Install ArchivesSpace

First, clone the ArchivesSpace code from the Git repository:

git clone https://github.com/archivesspace/archivesspace.git
cd archivesspace
git submodule init
git submodule update

Next, execute the following command to build the application:

./build/run bootstrap

After the build process completes, start the installation process:

./build/run install

You will be prompted to provide the following information during installation:

  • PostgreSQL hostname and port (localhost:5432)
  • PostgreSQL username and password (archives:archives)
  • ArchivesSpace instance name (default)
  • ArchivesSpace port (8080)

During the process, you will be asked to confirm your decisions. Once the installation is complete, the server should start automatically, and you will be able to access it through a web browser at http://localhost:8080.

Conclusion

That's it! You have successfully installed ArchivesSpace on NetBSD. You can now use it to manage your archives and digital assets. Good Luck!