Save the configuration. Ensure the identical shared secret is programmed into your physical router's RADIUS settings. 3. Creating Profiles and Users
Go to File > Import Appliance > Select the OVA file. VMware: Go to File > Open > Select the OVA file. radiusdesk-2022-a1.ova
file is the fastest way to test the software without manually installing Linux, Nginx, MariaDB, and FreeRADIUS from scratch. It ensures that all dependencies are correctly configured, saving hours of manual setup. once the VM is running? Save the configuration
CoovaChilli for captive portal management. 4. Advanced Networking Features Creating Profiles and Users Go to File >
| Feature | Manual Install | OVA Deployment | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Time to deploy | 4–8 hours | 10 minutes | | Dependency conflicts | High risk | Zero (isolated VM) | | Security hardening | Manual | Pre-hardened | | Updates | Manual apt/upgrade | Built-in updater | | Portability | Low | High (export/import) |
The first time you log in, the will appear. This wizard guides you through creating a new “Cloud” (a logical grouping of access points and users). Step 1 asks for basic information such as the cloud name and the type of network (hotspot, private PSK, etc.). Once the wizard is complete, you can immediately begin adding access points and configuring user profiles.