How to Install Bluecherry on NetBSD

Bluecherry is a DVR/NVR software that supports a wide range of video input devices. It allows users to record, view, and manage their cameras from a web interface. In this tutorial, we will see how to install Bluecherry on a NetBSD operating system.

Prerequisites

Before we proceed, please ensure you have the following:

• A NetBSD system installed and running
• Root access to the system
• Stable internet connection

Step 1: Install Dependencies

First, we need to install some necessary packages we will use to compile Bluecherry. To install these packages, run the following command:

# pkgin update
# pkgin install build-essential ffmpeg gnutls

The above commands install build-essential, ffmpeg, and gnutls packages.

Step 2: Download Bluecherry

To download Bluecherry, go to the following link https://www.bluecherrydvr.com/downloads/.

At this point, you have two options:

Option 1: Download via Web Browser

• Open your web browser and go to https://www.bluecherrydvr.com/downloads/.
• Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the "Download Bluecherry" button.
• Save the file to a location of your choosing.

Option 2: Download via Command Line

• Open your terminal.
• Run the following command: wget https://dl.bluecherrydvr.com/bluecherry-i386.pkg.
• The file will start downloading to your current directory.

Step 3: Install Bluecherry

Now that we have the Bluecherry package, we can install it by running the following command:

# pkg_add bluecherry-i386.pkg

This command will install Bluecherry on your system in the /usr/pkg directory.

Step 4: Configure Bluecherry

After installation, you need to configure Bluecherry to be able to use it. To do this, follow the steps below:

1. Start the Bluecherry service:

   # service bluecherry start
   

2. Open your web browser and go to https://localhost:7001.

3. Enter the default login details:

   Username: admin
   Password: bluecherry
   

4. After logging in, you will be prompted to change the default password. Enter a new password and click "Save."

5. Click the "Add Camera" button to add a new camera to Bluecherry.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have seen how to install and configure Bluecherry on NetBSD. With this software, you can manage your cameras and record their footage. You can now start exploring the various features of Bluecherry and customize it according to your needs.

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