Installing Medulla on Linux
Applies to: Medulla Server
Version: Latest version
Environment: On-Premise / Debian Bookworm
Category: Medulla Installation
Prerequisites
The Medulla installation script is compatible with the Debian Bookworm (12) distribution.
Before beginning the installation, verify that the machine meets the following prerequisites:
- At least 8 GB of available RAM
- 40 GB of free disk space for the / partition
- 200 GB of free disk space for the /var partition
- Active Internet connection
- User with sudo privileges
Network configuration
Checking the /etc/hosts file
Verify that the /etc/hosts file is correctly configured with the machine’s full FQDN.
Example:
- Machine name:
medulla - Domain:
domain.lan
The /etc/hosts file must contain a line similar to:
127.0.1.1 medulla.domain.lan medulla
DNS and Internet Access Verification
Also verify that the /etc/resolv.conf file is correctly configured and that the machine can access the Internet.
Installing the Medulla server
The Medulla server must be installed by a user with sudo privileges.
1. Retrieve the installation script
To obtain the install_from_ansible.py file, please fill out the following form:
Download the Medulla installation script
2. Transfer the script to the server
Copy the install_from_ansible.py file to the Medulla server.
3. Add execution permissions
Run the following command:
chmod +x install_from_ansible.py
4. Start the installation
Then start the server installation:
./install_from_ansible.py
End of installation
Wait for the installation process to complete.
A summary will automatically display the various passwords and information required for Medulla to function.
Important:
Copy and save this information in a secure location.
Recommended values
| Item | Recommended value |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Debian Bookworm |
| Minimum RAM | 8 GB |
| Disk space for / | 40 GB |
| Disk space for /var | 200 GB |
| Required privileges | sudo user |