Redhat 6 vnc installation

This installs latest version of RPMs: tigervnc-server-module , tigervnc and tigervnc-server. The first line defines the user who is allowed to log in to the system. The second line lists the arguments passed to the VNC server when the service starts. Below are some of the most commonly used arguments in VNC server.

For example :. Disabling a firewall can have security implications. If the remote system running the VNC viewer is not allowed incoming connections by a firewall, then you must use Direct Mode, or disable the firewall. You must specify custom boot options to start a VNC installation. The exact way to do this differs depending on the system architecture.

For architecture-specific instructions about editing boot options, see:. Section 7. Section Anaconda asks you to initiate this connection. Procedure For example, if you use TigerVNC :. Boot the installation system and wait for the boot menu to appear. In the menu, press the Tab key to edit boot options.

Append the inst. Optionally, if you want to restrict VNC access to the installation system, add the inst. The VNC password must be between 6 and 8 characters long.

Use a temporary password for the inst. It should not be a real or root password you use on any system. Press Enter to start the installation. You either need a remote console access or somebody present at the server console! After a minute or more the installer will load stage2, with the interactive VNC session. You need to know the IP address or hostname of the server. As it happens, I find bugs everywhere.

This is no exception. If you forget to configure it manually you may see time on the server shifting back or forward depending on your timezone while installing. If your DHCP is configured for short lease time the address will expire before the installation completes.