How To Install Jellyfin on Manjaro
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Jellyfin on Manjaro.
This article assumes you have at least basic knowledge of Linux, know how to use the shell, and most importantly, you host your site on your own VPS. The installation is quite simple and assumes you are running in the root account, if not you may need to add ‘sudo‘ to the commands to get root privileges. I will show you the step-by-step installation of the Jellyfin on a Manjaro Linux.
Prerequisites
Before proceeding with the installation, ensure you have:
- A server or desktop running one of the following operating systems: Manjaro, and other Arch-based distributions.
- It’s recommended that you use a fresh OS install to prevent any potential issues.
- SSH access to the server (or just open Terminal if you’re on a desktop).
- A stable internet connection is crucial for downloading and installing packages. Verify your connection before proceeding.
- Access to a Manjaro Linux system with a non-root sudo user or root user.
Install Jellyfin on Manjaro
Step 1. To begin, open a terminal and update Manjaro’s package database to ensure that you have access to the latest software versions. Run the following command:
sudo pacman -Syu
This command will synchronize the package database and upgrade any outdated packages to their latest versions.
Step 2. Installing
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Jellyfin. Thanks for using this tutorial to install the latest version of the Jellyfin on the Manjaro system. For additional help or useful information, we recommend you check the official Jellyfin website.
