Learn How to Install and Use AnyDesK on Your Raspberry Pi

Remote access is an essential tool for any tech professional. In this article, we’ll show you how to install AnyDesk on your Raspberry Pi and use it to control another device from anywhere in the worl …


Updated October 12, 2023

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Remote access is an essential tool for any tech professional. In this article, we’ll show you how to install AnyDesk on your Raspberry Pi and use it to control another device from anywhere in the world.

AnyDesk is a popular remote desktop software that allows users to access their devices remotely. It works with both Windows and Linux operating systems, making it an ideal choice for controlling your Raspberry Pi from any location. In this article, we’ll guide you through the installation process and demonstrate how to use AnyDesk on your Raspberry Pi.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, ensure that your Raspberry Pi is up-to-date and has an active internet connection:

  1. Update your system by running the following command in the terminal:
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
  1. Connect your Raspberry Pi to the internet using either a wired or wireless network connection.

Step 1: Download AnyDesk for Raspberry Pi

The first step is to download the AnyDesk package from their official website. Visit https://download.anydesk.com/raspbian and select the “ARMv6/7” version of the package, which supports both ARMv6 and ARMv7 processors. Click on the link to start the download.

Step 2: Install AnyDesk using dpkg

After downloading the package, you need to install it on your Raspberry Pi. Use the following command in the terminal:

sudo dpkg -i anydesk_5.x.y_armhf.deb

Replace “anydesk_5.x.y_armhf.deb” with the actual name of the package you downloaded. Once installed, AnyDesk will be added to your system’s menu and can be launched from there.

Step 3: Configure AnyDesk

Before using AnyDesk, we need to configure it by setting a password and enabling remote access. To do this, open the AnyDesk application on your Raspberry Pi and click on the gear icon in the top right corner to open the settings menu.

  1. Click on “Security” and set a strong password for your Raspberry Pi. This will help protect it from unauthorized access.
  2. Enable remote access by checking the box next to “Allow remote access.” You can also select the type of network access you want (e.g., only allow connections from certain IP addresses).
  3. Save your changes and close the settings menu.

Step 4: Connect AnyDesk on Another Device

To connect to your Raspberry Pi using another device, open the AnyDesk application and enter the Raspberry Pi’s IP address or hostname in the “Enter Host” field. If you are connecting from within the same local network, use the Raspberry Pi’s local IP address (e.g., 192.168.x.x). Otherwise, use its public IP address or domain name if you have one configured.

Once connected, enter your password to authenticate and gain control of your Raspberry Pi remotely. You can now use AnyDesk to access your Raspberry Pi from anywhere in the world.

Conclusion

In this article, we’ve shown you how to install and use AnyDesk on your Raspberry Pi. With remote access enabled, you can control your device from any location with an internet connection. This is particularly useful for tech professionals who need to troubleshoot issues or perform maintenance tasks without physically accessing the device.