How to install Ansible in RHEL 9.6 — Ansible install
By Luca Berton · Published 2024-01-01 · Category: installation
Install Ansible on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.6 with this 2026 guide. Step-by-step instructions using dnf.
Introduction
RHEL 9.6 provides a stable and reliable platform for running Ansible automation. This guide walks you through installing Ansible on RHEL 9.6, ensuring you have everything needed to automate your infrastructure.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure that you have: • Access to a RHEL 9.6 system with root or sudo privileges. • An active internet connection to download necessary packages. • Python 3.12 or later installed (included by default).
Step-by-Step Installation Connect to Your Server Initiate an SSH connection from your terminal: Switch to Root User For installing system-wide software: Update System Packages Before installing any new software, update your system:
Confirm any prompts to ensure your system has the latest updates. Install Ansible Using the dnf package manager, install Ansible:
This command installs Ansible along with its dependencies. Confirm the installation when prompted. Verify the Installation Once installation is complete, check the installed version:
This command displays the version of Ansible and configuration details, confirming a successful installation.
Configuration and First Steps Configure Ansible Adjust settings in /etc/ansible/ansible.cfg to customize default inventory file, privilege escalation, and more. Edit the Inventory File Define your managed hosts: Test Ansible Connectivity Ensure Ansible can communicate with your hosts:
Expected output:
Conclusion
With Ansible installed on RHEL 9.6, you are ready to automate your infrastructure. Start by creating simple playbooks and explore the vast library of modules available through Ansible Galaxy.
For more Ansible tutorials and guides, explore the complete article collection on Ansible Pilot.
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