Ruby 2.6 dsm 7.1install -mac

Installing Ruby 2.6 on DSM 7.1 Using a Mac

Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) 7.1 offers a robust environment for managing servers, but setting up specific programming languages like Ruby can require additional steps. This guide walks you through installing Ruby 2.6 on DSM 7.1, using a Mac as the client machine.

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have the following:

• A Synology NAS running DSM 7.1.
• SSH access to the NAS.
• Administrator privileges on the NAS.
• A Mac with terminal access.

Step 1: Enable SSH on DSM 7.1

1. Log in to your Synology DSM interface.
2. Navigate to Control Panel > Terminal & SNMP.
3. Enable the SSH service and note the SSH port (default is 22).
4. Apply the changes.

Step 2: Install Required Packages on DSM

Ruby relies on build tools and libraries, which aren’t pre-installed in DSM. You’ll need to install some of these dependencies using Synology’s package management system.

1. SSH into the NAS:
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   ssh admin@<NAS-IP>

2. Install ipkg or Entware, a package manager for DSM:
   • Follow Entware installation instructions for DSM 7.1.
   • Once installed, update Entware’s repository:
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     opkg update

3. Install required dependencies:
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   opkg install gcc make g++ zlib zlib-dev libffi libffi-dev openssl openssl-dev


Step 3: Install Ruby Version Manager (RVM)

RVM is a Ruby version management tool that simplifies Ruby installation and version control.

1. Install RVM:
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   curl -sSL https://get.rvm.io | bash -s stable

2. Load RVM into the current session:
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   source ~/.rvm/scripts/rvm

3. Verify RVM installation:
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   rvm -v


Step 4: Install Ruby 2.6

Once RVM is installed, use it to install Ruby 2.6.

1. Install Ruby 2.6:
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   rvm install 2.6

2. Set Ruby 2.6 as the default version:
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   rvm use 2.6 --default

3. Verify the installation:
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   ruby -v


   The output should indicate Ruby 2.6.x is installed.

Step 5: Configure Ruby for DSM Applications

Depending on your intended use of Ruby, you may need to install additional gems or configure your environment:

• Install bundler, a Ruby dependency manager:
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  gem install bundler

• Check your Ruby environment paths to ensure compatibility:
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  echo $PATH


Troubleshooting Tips

1. Permission Issues: Use sudo for commands requiring elevated privileges.
2. Dependency Errors: Ensure all required libraries are installed via opkg.
3. Path Problems: Update your .bashrc or .zshrc file to include RVM paths:
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   echo 'export PATH="$HOME/.rvm/bin:$PATH"' >> ~/.bashrc
source ~/.bashrc


Conclusion

Installing Ruby 2.6 on DSM 7.1 using a Mac involves enabling SSH, setting up dependencies, and leveraging tools like RVM. With this setup, your Synology NAS is ready for Ruby-based development or applications. Regular updates and maintenance will keep your environment secure and efficient.