How to Install Zoneminder on POP! OS

Zoneminder is an open-source video surveillance software that enables users to monitor their home or office using webcams or security cameras. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of Zoneminder on the Latest POP! OS.

Prerequisites

Before starting the installation process, make sure you have the following:

• The latest stable version of POP! OS installed on your system
• A user account on your system with sudo privileges
• A stable internet connection

Step 1: Update System

The first step is to update your system. Open the terminal window by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T and run the following commands:

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade

Step 2: Install Required Packages

Next, we need to install some packages that are required for Zoneminder to work properly. Run the following command in the terminal window:

sudo apt install apache2 php libapache2-mod-php mysql-server php-mysql ffmpeg v4l-utils

During installation, the terminal will ask you to set a root password for MySQL. Choose a secure password and note it down as you will need it in later steps.

Step 3: Install Zoneminder

The next step is to download and install the Zoneminder package from the official website. Follow the below steps to install it:

1. Download the latest stable version of Zoneminder on your computer by visiting the official website from the following link: https://www.zoneminder.com/download/

2. After downloading the package, extract it to the Downloads folder by right-clicking on the package and selecting "Extract Here".

3. Open the terminal window and navigate to the Downloads folder by running the following command:

   cd ~/Downloads
   

4. Run the below commands to install Zoneminder:

   sudo apt install gdebi-core
   sudo gdebi zoneminder-1.34.23-bionic_amd64.deb
   

After the installation, restart your Apache web server by using the following command:

sudo systemctl restart apache2

Step 4: Configure Zoneminder

The final step is to configure the Zoneminder settings. Follow the below steps:

1. Open the web browser and navigate to http://localhost/zm/
2. The login window will appear. The default username and password are admin and admin. Use these credentials to log in.
3. After login, you will be prompted to update the database. Click on "Yes".
4. Next, we need to configure the cameras. Click on "Settings" in the top right corner and select "Sources" from the dropdown menu.
5. Click on the "Add New Monitor" button and enter the required details.
6. Finally, click on "Save".

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured Zoneminder on your POP! OS system. You can now monitor your cameras and secure your home or office.

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