How to Install MeshCentral on Ubuntu Server Latest

If you're looking for a way to remotely manage your devices, MeshCentral is an excellent platform to consider. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing MeshCentral on your Ubuntu Server latest version, step-by-step.

1. Update and Upgrade the System

Before we begin, let's make sure our system is fully updated and upgraded. Open the terminal and type the following command:

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade

2. Install Node.js

MeshCentral requires Node.js, which is not installed by default, so we need to install it manually. Run the following commands:

sudo apt-get install -y curl
curl -sL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_14.x | sudo bash -
sudo apt-get install -y nodejs

3. Install Git

Now, let's install Git using the following command:

sudo apt-get install -y git

4. Clone the MeshCentral Repository

Go to MeshCentral's Github repository and copy the URL. Then, clone the repository to your server using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/Ylianst/MeshCentral.git

5. Install NPM Dependencies

Navigate to the MeshCentral directory and install the required NPM dependencies using the following command:

cd MeshCentral
npm install --unsafe-perm

6. Start the MeshCentral Server

Finally, start the MeshCentral server using the following command:

node meshcentral

Done! You are now ready to use MeshCentral for remote device management.

Conclusion

MeshCentral is a powerful remote device management platform that works seamlessly with Ubuntu Server. By following this tutorial, you should now know how to install MeshCentral on Ubuntu Server latest version. Enjoy!