How to Install Sonarr on Kali Linux Latest

Sonarr is a free and open-source software that allows you to manage and download your favorite TV shows automatically. The following tutorial will walk you through the steps of installing Sonarr on Kali Linux Latest.

Prerequisites

Before you start, ensure that you have the following:

• A Kali Linux Latest installation
• Administrative access to your computer
• A stable internet connection

Step 1: Update and Upgrade System

Run the following command to update and upgrade your system packages:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

Step 2: Install Mono

Sonarr is developed using Mono, an open-source implementation of Microsoft's .NET Framework. To install Mono, run the following command:

sudo apt install mono-complete

Step 3: Install and Configure Sonarr

Now that you have Mono installed, you can install and configure Sonarr. Run the following commands to download and install Sonarr:

sudo apt-key adv --keyserver hkp://keyserver.ubuntu.com:80 --recv-keys 0xFDA5DFFC
echo "deb http://apt.sonarr.tv/ master main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/sonarr.list
sudo apt update
sudo apt install nzbdrone

Once installed, you can start Sonarr by running the following command:

sudo systemctl start sonarr

Verify the installation by accessing the web interface at http://localhost:8989 in your browser.

Note: You may need to configure your firewall if you are accessing the web interface remotely.

Step 4: Configure Sonarr

You will need to configure Sonarr to be able to automatically download your favorite TV shows. Follow the steps below to configure Sonarr.

1. In your browser, visit http://localhost:8989.
2. You will be prompted to configure Sonarr. Click on "Yes".
3. In the "Connect" page, select your preferred language and click "Next".
4. In the "Media Management" page, select your download client (e.g., NZBGet, Sabnzbd, etc.) and click "Next".
5. In the "Media Management" page, select your indexer (e.g., Rarbg, ThePirateBay, etc.) and click "Next".
6. In the "Media Management" page, select your preferred naming format and click "Next".
7. In the "Download Clients" page, enter the required details for your download client and click "Next".
8. In the "Summary" page, review your settings and click "Next".
9. In the "Finish" page, click on "Start Sonarr".
10. Sonarr will now begin searching for your selected TV shows and downloading them automatically.

Congratulations, you have successfully installed and configured Sonarr on Kali Linux Latest!

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