Installing Jenkins on Windows 11

Prerequisites

• Java JDK must be installed on Windows 11.
• If Java is not installed, refer to previous videos on how to install it.

Steps to Install Jenkins

1. Download Jenkins

   • Open your browser and search for Jenkins.
   • Click on the first link from jenkins.io.
   • On the Jenkins website, locate the Download button.
   • Navigate to the downloads page.
   • Choose the Windows version under the LTS (Long Term Support) section.
   • Download the jenkins.msi file.
   • If the download doesn't start, use the alternate link provided.

2. Run the Installer

   • Once the MSI file is downloaded, double-click to run it.
   • You can read documentation on the download page regarding default configurations.
   • Default IP Address: localhost:8080
   • Configuration can be changed using jenkins.xml file.

3. Jenkins Setup Wizard

   • Click Next in the setup wizard.
   • Accept the default installation location unless you have a reason to change it.
   • Select Run service as local system for service login credentials.
   • Verify the default port (8080) is available; test it if necessary.
   • Provide the path for the Java Development Kit (JDK); it will often auto-detect.
   • Leave other settings as default and click Next then Install.
   • If prompted to allow changes on your device, click Yes.
   • When installation completes, click Finish.

4. Access Jenkins

   • Open a browser and go to https://localhost:8080.
   • You will be prompted for an initial password, which can be found in a specific file path provided in setup instructions.
   • Navigate to the indicated directory and open the initial admin password file to retrieve the password.

5. Unlock Jenkins

   • Copy the initial admin password and paste it into the Jenkins setup web page.
   • Click Continue.
   • Choose Install Suggested Plugins to install the recommended plugins (e.g., Git, Ldap, etc.).
   • Wait for the plugins to install.

6. Create Admin User

   • After installation, set up a new admin username and password.
   • Provide a full name and email address if required.
   • Click Save and Continue.
   • The default URL for Jenkins will be displayed; click Save and Finish.
   • Click on Start Using Jenkins to access the main page.

7. Verify Login

   • Log out and then log back in using the created username and password to ensure access is functioning correctly.

Final Notes

• You can start using Jenkins on your Windows 11 operating system.
• The main Jenkins page allows you to create new items, view build history, manage Jenkins settings, and install additional plugins.