Installing BlueOnyx

Step 1:  Download the Installer DVD .iso

• Get the .iso file from the official BlueOnyx repository HERE.
• The BlueOnyx distribution is hosted on VIRTBIZ Dedicated Servers.

Step 2:  Boot with the Installer DVD

• Attach your the DVD you have burned from the ISO image.
  – or –
• Attach your ISO image directly.
• The server will boot to the BlueOnyx installation options.

Step 3:  Select your installation preference

• BlueOnyx will automatically partition and format your hard drives.
• The recommended procedure that most users should choose is “Default Partitions”.
  • WARNING: all data will be erased from the server that you are installing to.
• Hit “Enter” when you have selected the option you wish to choose.
• BlueOnyx will now proceed with the installation.  Sit back and relax.

Step 4:  Reboot when prompted

Step 5:  Log in with default credentials, as displayed on screen

• BlueOnyx will walk you through a series of questions.  You should know your
  • IP address
  • Subnet mask
  • Gateway
  • DNS Server
• When you have completed those, the system will prompt for a YUM update.  If you are connected to the Internet, select “Yes”.

Step 6:  Complete setup via web GUI

• The GUI will be available at your IP address on port 444

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