SaltStack is a powerful configuration management and orchestration tool used to manage servers and applications. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to set up a SaltStack Master and Minion on Rocky Linux. Whether you are deploying it on a local server or using a Windows VPS UK, this tutorial covers all the necessary steps.
Step 1: Update Your System
Before installing SaltStack, ensure your system is up to date. Run the following commands:
sudo dnf update -yKeeping your system updated is crucial for security and performance, whether you're setting it up locally or on a VPS Windows Servers platform.
Step 2: Install SaltStack Master
To install the SaltStack Master, run the following command:
sudo dnf install salt-master -yThis command will download and install the Salt Master along with its dependencies.
Step 3: Configure Salt Master
Open the Salt Master configuration file for editing:
sudo nano /etc/salt/masterYou can adjust the configuration according to your needs. For example, set the file_roots section to define where your Salt states will be stored:
file_roots:
base:
- /srv/salt
Save and exit the file.
Step 4: Start the Salt Master Service
Start the Salt Master service and enable it to run on boot:
sudo systemctl start salt-master
sudo systemctl enable salt-masterStep 5: Install SaltStack Minion
Now, you need to install the Salt Minion on the client machines that you want to manage. Run the following command on each Minion:
sudo dnf install salt-minion -yStep 6: Configure Salt Minion
Open the Salt Minion configuration file for editing:
sudo nano /etc/salt/minionSet the master option to the IP address or hostname of your Salt Master:
master: Save and exit the file.
Step 7: Start the Salt Minion Service
Start the Salt Minion service and enable it to run on boot:
sudo systemctl start salt-minion
sudo systemctl enable salt-minionStep 8: Accept the Minion Key on the Master
On the Salt Master, you need to accept the Minion's key to allow it to communicate. Run the following command on the Master:
sudo salt-key -AThis will accept all pending Minion keys. You can also accept keys individually if you prefer.
Step 9: Test the Setup
To test if the Minion is communicating with the Master, run the following command on the Master:
sudo salt '*' test.pingYou should see a response from all connected Minions indicating that they are reachable.
