Open-AudIT is one of Opmantek’s software packages available either standalone or as part of our suite. While this guide covers a standalone Linux installation, Open-AudIT may also be installed as part of the Opmantek Virtual Machine, which includes NMIS and all Opmantek software modules, or on Windows.
You can find links to the alternative installation guides below:
The following installation guide should be sufficient for most Linux users’ needs. Advanced instructions and troubleshooting are available on the
Open-AudIT Wiki.
Download the Open-AudIT installer
If you haven’t already, hit the download button above and download the Open-AudIT Installer.
The Installer comes as a .run file.
Run the Installer in Linux Terminal
Open the Linux Terminal.
Start a Terminal instance as the root user through the following command, entering your password when prompted:
sudo -i
If you have not been granted access to the root user, contact your system administrator.
Once your terminal session is run by the root user, run the shell command to begin the installation process
sh /…/OAE-Linux-<version number>.run
Press Y or Return/Enter when the installer prompts you.
Several times throughout the installation process you will be prompted to approve the various components of the Open-AudIT Module as they are installed on your machine. Please take note of any relevant information as you approve each step.
When the installation is complete, the following will print on the Terminal:

You’re now ready to configure Open-AudIT.