How to Install OpenRemote on macOS

OpenRemote is an open-source home automation platform that allows you to control your home from your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Installing OpenRemote on your macOS system is a straightforward process. This tutorial will guide you through the steps involved.

Prerequisites

Before we start, please make sure that you have the following:

• A macOS system (version 10.12 or later)
• Java Development Kit (JDK) version 8 or later
• Internet access

Steps

Step 1: Download OpenRemote

To download OpenRemote, follow these steps:

1. Go to the OpenRemote website at https://openremote.io.
2. Click on the Download button on the top right corner of the page.
3. Choose the latest version of the OpenRemote Controller for macOS and click on the Download button.

Step 2: Install Java Development Kit (JDK)

OpenRemote requires Java Development Kit (JDK) version 8 or later. If you don't have it installed on your system, follow these steps to install it:

1. Go to the Oracle JDK download page at https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/javase-jdk16-downloads.html.
2. Choose the version of JDK that corresponds to your macOS system and click on the Download button.
3. Follow the prompts to install JDK on your system.

Step 3: Install and Run OpenRemote

To install and run OpenRemote, follow these steps:

1. Double-click the downloaded OpenRemote Controller DMG file to begin the installation process.
2. Follow the prompts to complete the installation process.
3. After the installation is complete, launch OpenRemote Controller from the Applications folder.
4. OpenRemote Controller should automatically detect the JDK installed on your system. If not, click on the Locate JDK button and navigate to the JDK installation directory.
5. Click on the Start button to launch OpenRemote Controller.
6. Open a web browser on your macOS system and navigate to http://localhost:8688/controller.
7. Follow the instructions to create a new account and start using OpenRemote.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed OpenRemote on your macOS system. You can now start building your home automation system.

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