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Getting Started

Choose your setup path and begin installation.

Overview: Root Lock by HeartSuite runs on two paths — Cloud (pre-installed instance, Dashboard appears on first login) and Local (manual installation with multiple reboots). Both converge at the Dashboard after Phase 1.

Before you begin

Check Before You Begin for system requirements and prerequisites, then follow your path below.

Cloud Path

Launch a pre-installed Root Lock by HeartSuite cloud instance (AWS AMI, GCP image). No download or kernel installation required — boot directly into Setup Mode and the Dashboard appears on first login. Follow the Suggested Next Step to begin Phase 2.

Local Path

Install Root Lock by HeartSuite on bare-metal or a custom VM:

  1. Obtaining Root Lock by HeartSuite — download the installer from heartsecsuite.com.
  2. Installation Part 1 — verify the download, run the installer, and reboot into the Root Lock by HeartSuite kernel.
  3. Installation Part 2 — complete the System Setup through multiple reboot cycles until the Dashboard confirms Phase 1 is complete.
  4. Verifying Installation — confirm Phase 1 is complete in the Dashboard.

Once Phase 1 is complete, both paths merge — the Dashboard shows your current phase and the Suggested Next Step directs you to begin allowlisting.

1 - Before You Begin

System requirements and prerequisites for installing Root Lock by HeartSuite.

Overview: Two setup paths: Cloud (boot a pre-installed instance) or Local (install the kernel yourself). Confirm the requirements below match your system, then follow your path.

System requirements

  • Operating System: x86 (64-bit) Linux — Debian 11–13, Ubuntu-derived, Alpine, or RPM-based (Rocky 9.7 validated; Fedora 41, CentOS Stream 9 validated; RHEL/AlmaLinux/SLES: customer validation). See Distro Compatibility Matrix.
  • Access Level: Root access (sudo privileges).
  • Skills: Basic familiarity with the Linux command line.

If your setup differs, check the Introduction for compatibility details.

Choosing your setup path

  • Cloud Path: Launch a pre-installed Root Lock by HeartSuite cloud instance (AWS AMI, GCP image). No download or kernel installation required — you boot directly into Setup Mode and the Dashboard appears on first login.
  • Local Path: Download the installation package from heartsecsuite.com, extract, install the Root Lock by HeartSuite kernel, and complete the Installation setup through multiple reboot cycles before reaching the Dashboard.

Both paths merge at the Dashboard after Phase 1 (System Verification) is complete.

Ready to install?