How to Install Fusion Directory on Ubuntu Server

Fusion Directory is an open-source web-based solution for managing directory services. With Fusion Directory, you can easily manage users, groups, and other directory services. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Fusion Directory on Ubuntu Server.

Prerequisites

Before we start installing Fusion Directory on your Ubuntu Server, there are several prerequisites that need to be met:

• A running Ubuntu Server.
• Access to a terminal with sudo privileges.
• A web server installed on your Ubuntu Server.

Step 1: Update System

1. Login to your Ubuntu Server.

2. Open a terminal.

3. Run the following command to update the system:

   sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

Step 2: Install Fusion Directory

1. Run the following command to install the Fusion Directory:

   sudo apt-get install fusiondirectory

2. Once the installation is complete, run the following command to configure the Fusion Directory:

   sudo dpkg-reconfigure fusiondirectory-setup

3. Type the name of your LDAP domain in the desired format: ldap.domain.com.

   

4. Type the administrator password of your LDAP domain.

   

5. Run the following command to restart the Fusion Directory service:

   sudo systemctl restart apache2

Step 3: Accessing Fusion Directory Interface

1. Open a web browser.

2. Enter the IP address of your Ubuntu Server followed by /fusiondirectory in the address bar:

   http://<server_ip_address>/fusiondirectory

3. You should now see the Fusion Directory login page.

   

4. Enter the admin username and the password you set during the configuration process.

5. You are now logged into the Fusion Directory interface.

   

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Fusion Directory on your Ubuntu Server.

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