Installing PBXware on Ubuntu

This guide explains how to install PBXware on Ubuntu Server (24.04 LTS). It walks through preparing the system, installing the software, and accessing the web interface.

Warning: This process will erase all data on the target machine.

Requirements

  • Server or virtual machine
  • Ubuntu Server 24.04 LTS ISO
  • USB flash drive (8GB or larger)
  • Internet connection

 

Step 1: Download Ubuntu Server

Download the Ubuntu Server 24.04 LTS ISO and save it to your computer.

Step 2: Create Bootable USB

Download Balena Etcher:

  1. Select the Ubuntu ISO
  2. Select your USB drive
  3. Click Flash

Step 3: Install Ubuntu Server

  1. Boot your server from the USB
  2. Select Ubuntu Server

Follow prompts:

  • Leave network as default (DHCP) or add your IP address manually
  • Select disk (this wipes all data)
  • Create username and password
  • Enable OpenSSH Server

After installation:

  • Reboot system
  • Remove USB drive

Step 4: Get Server IP Address

Log in and run:

ip a

Look for the inet IP address.

 

Step 5: Download PBXware Installer

Software Archives

wget <PBXWARE_DOWNLOAD_LINK>

Step 6: Run Installation

gunzip install-pbxware-v7x.sh.gz
chmod +x install-pbxware-v7x.sh
sudo su
./install-pbxware-v7x.sh

Follow the prompts.

Step7: Verify Services

systemctl status pbxware.service
systemctl status setupwizard.service

Both should be running.

Insert Image: Successful service status screen

Step 8: Access Web Interface

Open a browser:

http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:81

Example:

http://192.168.1.100:81

Default Login

Username:

Password:

 

Service Management

Start/Stop/Restart:

systemctl restart pbxware.service
systemctl restart setupwizard.service

View Logs

sudo journalctl -u pbxware.service -f
sudo journalctl -u setupwizard.service -f

Common Issues

Cannot Access Web Interface

  • Verify correct IP address
  • Ensure port 81 is open
  • Check firewall settings

Installation Script Fails

  • Run as root (sudo su)
  • Confirm internet access
  • Re-download installer

Services Not Running

systemctl restart pbxware.service

Check logs for errors.

Additional Notes