Installing OMV-Extras on OpenMediaVault: A Comprehensive Guide

1. What is OMV-Extras?

OMV-Extras is a powerful plugin for OpenMediaVault (OMV) that significantly expands its capabilities. It offers a range of additional features and tools, making your NAS more versatile and efficient.

2. Why Install OMV-Extras?

• Expand OMV functionality: Access a wider range of plugins and applications.
• Simplify installation: Streamline the process of installing various software packages.
• Enhance performance: Optimize your NAS for specific tasks.

3. Prerequisites:

• An OpenMediaVault server up and running. If you don't have one, you can find out how to install OpenMediaVault in the box below.
• Basic understanding of Linux command line (for command-line method).
• SSH access to your OMV server (for command-line method).

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4. Installation of OMV-Extras using command-line:

Step1: Open a terminal window and SSH into your OMV server.

Step2: Execute the following command:

wget -O - https://github.com/OpenMediaVault-Plugin-Developers/packages/raw/master/install | bash

Wait for the installation process to complete.

5. Verifying Installation:

Check if the omv-extras plugin is listed in the "System -> Plugins" section of the OMV web interface to ensure OMV-Extras is installed correctly.

6. Additional Tips:

• Always back up your system before making significant changes.
• Refer to the official OMV-Extras documentation for detailed instructions and troubleshooting.
• Explore the available plugins and tools to maximize the benefits of OMV-Extras.

By following these steps, you should have successfully installed OMV-Extras on your OpenMediaVault server. Enjoy the expanded capabilities and features it brings!