How to Install and Use Scrutiny on NetBSD

Scrutiny is an open-source tool that helps monitor and manage S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) data on hard drives and SSDs. In this tutorial, we will cover how to install and use Scrutiny on NetBSD.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure your NetBSD system is up to date with the latest updates and packages. Additionally, ensure that your system has the following tools installed:

Step 1: Clone the Scrutiny Repository

The first step is to clone the Scrutiny repository from GitHub:

git clone https://github.com/AnalogJ/scrutiny.git

Step 2: Build the Scrutiny Binary

Next, navigate into the cloned repository and build the Scrutiny binary using the go build command:

cd scrutiny
go build

This will generate a scrutiny binary file in the current directory.

Step 3: Install Required Libraries

Scrutiny requires several system libraries to function properly. To install these libraries on NetBSD run the following command:

pkgin install smartmontools pkg-config

Step 4: Run Scrutiny

To start using Scrutiny, run the following command:

./scrutiny

This will launch the Scrutiny web interface, which can be accessed by opening a web browser and navigating to http://localhost:8080/.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Scrutiny is an excellent tool to help you monitor and manage the health of your hard drives and SSDs. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can easily install and use Scrutiny on your NetBSD system.