How To Install Xtreme Download Manager on Fedora 39

In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Xtreme Download Manager on Fedora 39. Xtreme Download Manager, often abbreviated as XDM, is a versatile download manager that operates across multiple platforms, including Linux, Windows, and macOS. It seamlessly integrates with all major web browsers, enabling direct downloads from the browser to XDM.

XDM shines in managing downloads on slow or limited network connectivity. It allows for the pausing and resuming of downloads, scheduling downloads, and even accelerating download speeds due to its intelligent dynamic file segmentation technology. This feature breaks the file into segments, which are then downloaded concurrently, leading to a significant increase in download speed.

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 Xtreme Download Manager on a Fedora 39.

Prerequisites

Before diving into the installation process, let’s ensure that you have everything you need:

• A server running one of the following operating systems: Fedora 39.
• It’s recommended that you use a fresh OS install to prevent any potential issues.
• You will need access to the terminal to execute commands. Fedora 39 provides the Terminal application for this purpose. It can be found in your Applications menu.
• A network connection or internet access to download the Xtreme Download Manager repository.
• A non-root sudo user or access to the root user. We recommend acting as a non-root sudo user, however, as you can harm your system if you’re not careful when acting as the root.

Install Xtreme Download Manager on Fedora 39

Step 1. Before diving into the installation process, it’s crucial to ensure that your Fedora 39 system is up-to-date. Keeping your system updated not only ensures that you have the latest features and security patches but also helps prevent potential compatibility issues with new software installations. To update your system, open the terminal and run the following commands:

sudo dnf clean all
sudo dnf update

Step 2. Installing Xtreme Download Manager on Fedora 39.

Now download the XDM installation package from the official website or a trusted source. Ensure that you download the version compatible with your system architecture (32-bit or 64-bit):

wget https://github.com/subhra74/xdm/releases/download/7.2.11/xdm-setup-7.2.11.tar.xz

Once the download is complete, you’ll need to extract the downloaded package. You can do this using the tar command in the terminal:

tar -xvf xdm-setup-7.2.11.tar.xz

Navigate to the directory containing the extracted files using the cd command:

cd xdman

Run the installation script using the following command:

sudo ./install.sh

Step 3. Using Xtreme Download Manager

Using XDM is straightforward. Open it from your system menu, and you’ll see a clean, intuitive interface. You can manually add a URL to download a file, or XDM can automatically take over downloads from your web browser.

XDM also supports batch downloads, allowing you to download multiple files at once. To do this, click on the ‘File’ menu and select ‘Batch Download’. Then, paste the URLs of the files you want to download, each on a new line.

Step 4. Troubleshooting Common Issues

Like any software, you may encounter issues while using XDM. However, most of these issues can be resolved with a few adjustments.

One common issue is download failures due to network problems. These can often be resolved by adjusting the network settings in XDM. For instance, if your downloads are failing due to a slow network, you can reduce the number of simultaneous downloads or increase the network timeout.

If you’re unable to resolve an issue, don’t hesitate to refer to the official documentation or community forums. These resources often contain solutions to common problems and are valuable tool for troubleshooting.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed XDM. Thanks for using this tutorial for installing the Xtreme Download Manager on your Fedora 39 system. For additional or useful information, we recommend you check the official XDM website.