Linkinus

  1. Download and install Linkinus

    If you don't already have Linkinus installed, visit the Linkinus website to download and install the software on your Mac.

  2. Create an identity

    Before creating a new connection you'll need to check that your identity settings are correct. Open Preferences... from the Linkinus menu and select Identities.

    Make sure you have the following settings:

    • Settings

    • Username: Your username
    • Realname: Your username
    • Preferred nicknames: Your username
    • Authentication passwords: Your password
  3. Create a new connection

    Click the + button to create a new connection.

    To connect to your organization's IRC server, click the + New Network button in the bottom left corner.

    Create a new connection with the settings show below.

    Use the following settings to create a connection:

    • Settings

    • Network name: Your organization name
    • Authentication Service: NickServ

    Click the + button to create a new server with the following configuration:

    • Settings

    • Server hostname or IP address: <orgname>.irc.grove.io
    • Port: 6667 (for SSL use 6697)
    • Password: Your organization name (not your password)
  4. Success!

    Once you have connected, Linkinus will automatically join all your channels.