Solved Install 3CX ISO in VM

[TECH198]

I've successfully installed this in VM using ISO here: https://www.3cx.com/docs/manual/installing-debian-linux-pbx/

however after I go through the wizard (option 1), I get "your successfully completed" page, but how do I login to manage local management ?

Has this changed even in V18 ? its asking me to go to my domain, and reset/login there, which I can only assume, I would be about to see management page (eg, firewall checker and all like it was before)
Currently times out.

Is this the new thing ? and if so what ports do I need to forward for this ? I'm assuming port 5001, but my ISP' blocks certain ports so that could also be why it's blocked.. I can easily unblock it if that's what I need to do, but don't wish to unneccessary.

I'd prefer to login/manage locally on my own.

 

[OlegR_3CX]

however after I go through the wizard (option 1), I get "your successfully completed" page, but how do I login to manage local management ?

So you have installed V20? If that is the case, then you now manage your Phonesystem from Weblcient directly and you must be a system owner user.

Please advise

 

[TECH198]

ya but how ..? its asking to connect to FQDN.. Something you never had to do just to login to manage...

If this is how its done now, do i need to open port 5001?

 

[OlegR_3CX]

You should still be able to connect via IP and HTTPS connection, however, for V20 you need to use local DNS setup as this is what we require too.

 

[Alphabetic]

You need to go and read the admin manual again from start to finish.

If installing locally, you need split DNS so that your FQDN resolves to the local IP of your PBX.

If you dont want to access it externally, then you dont need to open the port. However, you will need to open ports for other services (see admin manual).

Sounds like you'd be better off going to the hosted solution.

 

[TECH198]

ok.. I got this far (network config issue my fault).......but link is expired.

I'm getting closer..... I cannot enter anything in the fields are their blocked. Is this a case of "just taking too long", as i was mucking around with other stuff and or sorts in the meantime..

if that is true, then anyway i can resend ?

 

[TheodorosG_3CX]

The link will expire after 24 hours. In this case you need to Reset Password and get the new email to create the password.

 

[TECH198]

ok,,,, how do you do this ?

 

[OlegR_3CX]

You just repeat the process, and get the new link.
Dont you receive the reset link?

 

[TECH198]

Can't access web client... constant disconnection/reconnection. Counts down to 0 seconds, then reset counter 40 secs.

 

[TheodorosG_3CX]

This indicate that 3CX Services are not running properly. Have you checked that all services are running?

 

[TECH198]

You just repeat the process, and get the new link.
Don't you receive the reset link?

I managed to get to Management login page by https://<Ip_address>:5001#/login and "forgot password" if that is what you mean by resending reset link, but no i do not get emailed.. I do get "Welcome" message initially after set up, and email entered is indeed correct..

I checked "Junk" and "Spam" how long does it take??

 

[TheodorosG_3CX]

Are you trying to reset using "admin" as username instead of email address?

 

[TECH198]

Are you trying to reset using "admin" as username instead of email address?

no... I get get a 502: "OK"

but i don't get emailed....

 

[TheodorosG_3CX]

Can you share a screenshot of the error?

 

[TECH198]

Can you share a screenshot of the error?

 

[TECH198]

In addition I ran this and here's what I got.. I stopped and started services and all started except these two..



This is been done directly. I figured elsewhere this forum exact same issue, so thinking it may relate. At least "Gateway service"

 

[OlegR_3CX]

Your Management console service as well as Gateway service must be running, so you will need to start them.
Should you start them and see how it goes?
Ensure that your specs of the machine meet the requirements

 

[TECH198]

Soved !! After a bit o trial and error, I got it to work,,,
I tried it of VMWare Player on Windows first and it worked fine.
Then I came back to M1 Mac and tied it (I'm using UTM)

NOT on supported list on VM platforms I know, but "system' was the key... I had to reduce system to low-2009 one when creating VM and everything went ok. "link expired" message went away error went away as well. I didn't think that would also be affected, but guess it makes sense if the system is not supported strange things can happen..

For anyone experiencing the same.

 

[TheodorosG_3CX]

Yes UTM is not tested platform. Glad to know this has been resolved but always keep in mind to follow are guidelines to avoid those situation.