{"id":2741,"date":"2024-02-03T08:45:25","date_gmt":"2022-03-28T11:23:08","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-02-02T00:46:19","modified_gmt":"2025-02-01T23:46:19","slug":"how-to-install-gitlab-on-rocky-linux-9","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/netcloud24.com\/knowledgebase\/how-to-install-gitlab-on-rocky-linux-9\/","title":{"rendered":"Linux VPS & VPS Windows Setup Guide | NetCloud24 GitLab on Rocky Linux 9"},"content":{"rendered":"

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GitLab<\/strong> is a powerful, open-source DevOps platform that provides source code management (SCM), continuous integration (CI\/CD), and project management tools in one application. It is an essential tool for managing software development workflows. In this guide, we will show you how to install GitLab on Rocky Linux 9<\/strong>. Hosting GitLab on a ensures optimal performance and scalability for managing your code repositories using the dedicated resources of a VPS server<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Update Your VPS Server<\/h2>\n

Before installing GitLab, ensure that your VPS server<\/a> is up to date. Run the following commands to update your system:<\/p>\n

sudo dnf update -y<\/code><\/pre>\n
Using a Windows VPS<\/strong> provides you with dedicated resources, ensuring GitLab performs efficiently, especially for large-scale development teams.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Install Required Dependencies<\/h2>\n
GitLab requires several dependencies, including the ability to send email notifications. Install the necessary dependencies using the following command:<\/p>\n
sudo dnf install -y curl policycoreutils openssh-server perl<\/code><\/pre>\n
Next, start and enable the SSH service:<\/p>\n
\r\nsudo systemctl enable sshd\r\nsudo systemctl start sshd\r\n<\/code><\/pre>\n
If your server has a firewall enabled, allow OpenSSH through the firewall:<\/p>\n
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=ssh && sudo firewall-cmd --reload<\/code><\/pre>\n
Step 3: Add the GitLab Repository<\/h2>\n
GitLab provides an easy-to-use installation script that sets up the repository for you. Run the following command to download and add the GitLab repository:<\/p>\n
\r\ncurl https:\/\/packages.gitlab.com\/install\/repositories\/gitlab\/gitlab-ce\/script.rpm.sh | sudo bash\r\n<\/code><\/pre>\n
Step 4: Install GitLab<\/h2>\n
After adding the repository, install GitLab using the following command (replace your-domain.com<\/code> with your server’s domain or IP address):<\/p>\n
\r\nsudo EXTERNAL_URL=\"http:\/\/your-domain.com\" dnf install gitlab-ce -y\r\n<\/code><\/pre>\n
This will install GitLab and set it up to run on your server.<\/p>\n
Step 5: Configure GitLab<\/h2>\n
Once GitLab is installed, you can configure it by editing the configuration file located at \/etc\/gitlab\/gitlab.rb<\/code>. Open the file using your preferred editor:<\/p>\n
sudo nano \/etc\/gitlab\/gitlab.rb<\/code><\/pre>\n
In this file, you can configure GitLab’s external URL, SSL settings, and other options. If you plan to use SSL, you will need to set up Let’s Encrypt or add your own certificates.<\/p>\n
After making changes, apply the configuration by running:<\/p>\n
sudo gitlab-ctl reconfigure<\/code><\/pre>\n
Step 6: Open Firewall for GitLab<\/h2>\n
By default, GitLab runs on port 80 (HTTP) or 443 (HTTPS). To allow access, open the necessary ports in the firewall:<\/p>\n
\r\nsudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http\r\nsudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https\r\nsudo firewall-cmd --reload\r\n<\/code><\/pre>\n
Step 7: Access the GitLab Web Interface<\/h2>\n
After installation, you can access GitLab via a web browser. Open your browser and go to http:\/\/your-domain.com<\/code> (or https:\/\/your-domain.com<\/code> if you configured SSL). The first time you access the interface, you will be prompted to set the GitLab root password.<\/p>\n
Step 8: Set Up GitLab Admin Account<\/h2>\n
Once you’ve set the root password, log in to GitLab using the default username root<\/code> and the password you just created. After logging in, you can create new users, set up projects, and configure your GitLab instance to meet your team’s needs.<\/p>\n
Step 9: Manage GitLab Services<\/h2>\n
GitLab comes with a command-line tool to manage its services. To start, stop, or check the status of GitLab, use the following commands:<\/p>\n