OPNsense is an open-source, easy-to-use and easy-to-build firewall and routing platform for Linux-based systems. OPNsense provides advanced features and functionalities that enable administrators to secure and control their networks.
In this tutorial, we will discuss how to install OPNsense on Manjaro.
Before we begin, you need to ensure that your system meets the following prerequisites:
Head over to the official OPNsense website at https://opnsense.org/ and download the latest version of OPNsense.
Before we proceed with the installation process, we need to verify the integrity of the downloaded file. You can verify the downloaded file using the following command:
sha256sum /path/to/downloaded/opnsense.img.bz2
Compare the sha256 checksum with the one available on the official OPNsense website to ensure that the downloaded file is not tampered with or corrupted.
We need to install two packages to extract the contents of opnsense image.
sudo pacman -S bsdtar gzip
Use the following command to extract the contents of the OPNsense image.
bzcat /path/to/downloaded/opnsense.img.bz2 | sudo bsdtar -xf - -C /
OPNsense requires a network connection to function. You can configure your network settings using the nmtui command or by editing the configuration files.
Once you have configured your network settings, reboot your system. You should then be able to access OPNsense using the IP address that you have configured.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed OPNsense on Manjaro.
OPNsense is an excellent firewall and routing platform for Linux, and installing it on Manjaro is pretty straightforward. By following the above guide, you can install OPNsense and start securing and controlling your network effectively.
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