Introduction
MySQL is an open-source relational database management system that is widely used for web-based applications. In this guide, we will be discussing the installation of MySQL server on RHEL 6. This guide is intended for users who have basic knowledge of Linux and command-line interfaces.
The problem we are addressing is the installation of MySQL server on RHEL 6. Without MySQL, a web-based application that requires a database management system will not function correctly. Therefore, it is important to have a properly installed MySQL server.
In this guide, we will be installing the MySQL server using the Yum package manager. Yum is a command-line package management utility for RPM (Red Hat Package Manager)-based Linux systems.
The desired outcome of this guide is to successfully install the MySQL server on RHEL 6 and verify that it is running correctly.
Step 1: Update the System
Before installing any package on a Linux system, it is always recommended to update the system. Use the following command to update the system:
sudo yum update
Step 2: Install MySQL Server
To install MySQL server on RHEL 6, run the following command:
sudo yum install mysql-server
The output:
[root@rhel6 ~]# yum install mysql mysql-server -y Loaded plugins: rhnplugin This system is not registered with RHN. RHN support will be disabled. Setting up Install Process Resolving Dependencies --> Running transaction check ---> Package mysql.i686 0:5.1.47-4.el6 set to be updated ---> Package mysql-server.i686 0:5.1.47-4.el6 set to be updated --> Finished Dependency Resolution Dependencies Resolved ==================================================================================================== Package Arch Version Repository Size ==================================================================================================== Installing: mysql i686 5.1.47-4.el6 DVD-RHEL6-Repository 898 k mysql-server i686 5.1.47-4.el6 DVD-RHEL6-Repository 8.3 M Transaction Summary ==================================================================================================== Install 2 Package(s) Upgrade 0 Package(s) Total download size: 9.1 M Installed size: 25 M Downloading Packages: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Total 38 MB/s | 9.1 MB 00:00 Running rpm_check_debug Running Transaction Test Transaction Test Succeeded Running Transaction Installing : mysql-5.1.47-4.el6.i686 1/2 Installing : mysql-server-5.1.47-4.el6.i686 2/2 Installed: mysql.i686 0:5.1.47-4.el6 mysql-server.i686 0:5.1.47-4.el6 Complete!
Step 3: Start MySQL Server
After the installation is complete, start the MySQL server using the following command:
sudo service mysqld start
Step 4: Secure MySQL Installation
It is recommended to secure the MySQL installation by running the following command:
sudo mysql_secure_installation
This command will ask a series of questions to secure the MySQL installation. The questions will include setting the root password, removing anonymous users, disabling remote root login, and removing the test database. Answer the questions according to your requirements.
Step 5: Verify MySQL Installation
To verify that MySQL is installed correctly and running, use the following command:
sudo service mysqld status
This command will display the status of the MySQL server.
Commands Mentioned:
- sudo yum update – updates the system
- sudo yum install mysql-server – installs MySQL server
- sudo service mysqld start – starts the MySQL server
- sudo mysql_secure_installation – secures the MySQL installation
- sudo service mysqld status – displays the status of the MySQL server
Conclusion
In this guide, we have discussed how to install MySQL server on RHEL 6 using the Yum package manager. We have also covered how to secure the installation and verify that MySQL is running correctly. By following these steps, you should now have a properly installed and secured MySQL server on your RHEL 6 system.
If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improvement, feel free to leave a comment below.
