How to Install NZBGet on a Chromebook

Chromebooks can run NZBGet using the built-in Linux environment, also known as Crostini. You can find more detailed instructions on installing Linux on Chromebook in the official Google documentation. This guide explains how to configure NZBGet and connect it to a UsenetServer account for secure Usenet access.

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Step 1: Enable Linux

1. Click the clock in the bottom-right corner of your screen.

2. Select the gear icon to open Settings.

3. Scroll down and select About ChromeOS > Developers.

4. Next to "Linux development environment," select Set up.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Setup can take 10 minutes or more.

6. A terminal window opens. You have a Debian environment. You can run Linux commands, install more tools using the APT package manager, and customize your shell.

 

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Step 2: Install NZBGet

1. Once the Linux terminal opens, update the package list:

   sudo apt-get update

2. Install NZBGet using:

   sudo apt-get install nzbget -y

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Step 3: Start NZBGet and Open the Web Interface

1. In the terminal, run:

   nzbget -D

2. Open Chrome and go to:

   http://localhost:6789

3. Log in with:

   • Username: nzbget

   • Password: nzbget

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Step 4: Configure NZBGet for UsenetServer

1. In the NZBGet Web interface, go to Settings > News-Servers.

2. Fill out the following fields:

   • Name: UsenetServer

   • Host: news.usenetserver.com

   • Port: 563

   • Username: Your UsenetServer username

   • Password: Your UsenetServer password

   • Encryption: Yes (SSL)

   • Connections: 20 (or fewer if preferred)

NOTE:  If those fields are not present, click Add Server

3. Click Save all changes.

4. Restart NZBGet from the Web interface or with:

   nzbget -Q
   nzbget -D

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Additional Tips

• Make sure your Chromebook remains connected to the Internet during setup.

• NZBGet supports high article retention when connected to a Tier-1 Usenet provider like UsenetServer.

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