How to Install OPNsense on Fedora CoreOS Latest

In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install OPNsense on Fedora CoreOS Latest.

Step 1: Download OPNsense

The first thing you need to do is download the latest version of OPNsense from the official website: https://opnsense.org/download/.

Step 2: Burn OPNsense Image to USB Drive

After downloading the OPNsense image, the next step is to burn it to a USB drive. You can use tools like BalenaEtcher or Rufus to burn the image to a USB drive.

Step 3: Boot Your System from USB Drive

Once you have burned the image to the USB drive, you need to boot your system from it. To do this, insert the USB drive and restart your system. During the boot process, press the key that will bring up the boot menu. It is usually F2, F10, or F12 depending on your system. After bringing up the boot menu, select the USB drive and press enter.

Step 4: Install OPNsense

When you boot from the USB drive, you will see the OPNsense installation options. Select the option that says “Install OPNsense” and then press enter.

The installation wizard will begin, and you need to follow the prompts and select your preferred installation options.

Step 5: Configure OPNsense

After installation, you need to configure OPNsense. To do this, navigate to the IP address of your OPNsense server in a web browser. This can be done by typing https:// in a web browser.

You will be prompted to enter a username and password. The default username is “root,” and the default password is “opnsense.”

After logging in, you can start configuring OPNsense to your desired settings.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed OPNsense on Fedora CoreOS Latest. You can now use it as your firewall and start securing your network.

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