Before You Begin

Overview: Review system requirements and prerequisites before installing HeartSuite Core Secure, whether using a Cloud Path or Local Path.

System Requirements

• Operating System: Debian 11, 12, or 13; Ubuntu-derived; Alpine Linux; or RPM-based (RHEL, Fedora, CentOS, Rocky Linux, AlmaLinux, SUSE) — on x86 architecture.
• Access Level: Root access (sudo privileges).
• Skills: Basic familiarity with the Linux command line.

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

Cloud Path vs Local Path

• Cloud Path: Launch a pre-installed HeartSuite Core Secure 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 HeartSuite Core Secure kernel, and complete the Installation screen setup through multiple reboot cycles before reaching the Dashboard.

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