How to Install ReadyMedia on Void Linux

ReadyMedia, previously known as MiniDLNA, is an open-source media server that allows you to share music, videos, and photos with other devices on your network. Here's how to install ReadyMedia on Void Linux:

Step 1: Update the System

Before we start the installation process, update your system using the package manager. Launch your terminal and run the following command:

sudo xbps-install -Su

This command will update the package database and fetch the latest available packages.

Step 2: Install ReadyMedia Dependencies

ReadyMedia depends on several packages that we need to install before we can proceed with ReadyMedia installation. To install the packages, use the following command:

xbps-install -y autoconf automake gettext-devel libexif-devel libavformat-devel libjpeg-turbo-devel libid3tag-devel libvorbis-devel libsqlite3-devel libogg-devel libFLAC-devel libcurl-devel libmagic libtool

Once the dependencies are installed, we can proceed with the ReadyMedia installation.

Step 3: Download ReadyMedia Source Code

Download ReadyMedia source code from the following link:

https://sourceforge.net/projects/minidlna/

Once downloaded, extract the archive in your preferred directory:

tar -xf minidlna-1.3.0.tar.gz

Step 4: Compile ReadyMedia from Source

After extracting the source code, navigate to the ReadyMedia directory and run the following command:

cd minidlna-1.3.0
./configure
make -j$(nproc)
sudo make install

The above commands will compile and install ReadyMedia on your Void Linux.

Step 5: Configure ReadyMedia

Now that ReadyMedia is installed, we need to create a configuration file for it. You can copy the default configuration file provided in the source:

sudo cp minidlna.conf /etc/

Edit the configuration file using your preferred editor:

sudo nano /etc/minidlna.conf

Enter the path of the directory that you want to share on your network under the "media_dir" option in the configuration file.

Step 6: Start the ReadyMedia Service

To start the ReadyMedia service, run the following command in your terminal:

sudo systemctl enable minidlna
sudo systemctl start minidlna

Congratulations! You have successfully installed ReadyMedia on Void Linux, and now you can stream your media files on other devices on your network.