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ARO Server Installation Guide

Part 1: ARO Server Deb Package Installation​

1. Preparation​

Before starting this tutorial, ensure that:

  • You have installed Debian version 11 or higher on a physical machine (not a virtual machine).
  • You have Admin (root) user access to the system.

2. Install the Deb Package​

Log in to the terminal, switch to the root user, and execute the following commands:

apt update

wget -O /tmp/aro-client-1.0.0.deb https://download.aro.network/files/deb/aro-client-1.0.0.deb

apt install -f /tmp/aro-client-1.0.0.deb

Confirm Installation

Enter Y to continue the installation.

Installation Progress

3. Installation Error Scenarios​

3.1 Non-Root User Installation​

Installing with a non-root user will result in an error and exit the installation.

Non-Root Error

3.2 Installation on Debian Versions Below 11​

Debian Version Error

Part 2: ARO Server Node Initialization​

This section explains how to register, configure, and complete the initial setup required to bring your ARO Server node into a functional state.

Make sure you have already completed the installation steps above.

  1. Get your ARO Server Serial Number in the Web Console. Open the ARO Server Web Console at [Your IP:40001]. For example, if your IP is 17.12.205.193, go to 17.12.205.193:40001 to access the Web Console. Find the 19-digit Serial Number (SN) in the top area of the Web Console.

    ARO Server Web Console Serial Number

  2. Configure your network. You can adjust the network connection settings in the Web Console if needed.

    ARO Server Web Console Network Settings

    ARO Server Web Console Network Configuration

  3. Initialize the activation process. Open the ARO Dashboard, go to ARO Nodes > Add an ARO Server, then follow the steps and enter the 19-digit Serial Number found in your Web Console.

    Device Recognition

    The dashboard will recognize the software image instance and display its information. Confirm to continue.

    Important: Ensure your ARO Server is online during activation. If it is offline, the process may fail.

  4. Complete setup. You will be guided through several simple steps to finish the initial configuration. Once the congratulations page appears, your ARO Server setup is complete.

Part 3: Uninstall the Package​

Execute the following command:

dpkg -P aro