Installing Nekoware

Installing Nekoware is easy but requires knowledge of IRIX's inst system.

Clearing out old Nekoware

If there's a historical (pre-2025) Nekoware install laying around it must be removed entirely. No exceptions. Dependency conflicts and file conflicts are a serious concern.

To do so:

# inst
inst> keep neko_*
inst> go

And then for good measure:

# rm -r /usr/nekoware

Recommended installation

Using inst or software manager, install the new nekoware packages. Take the time to understand the package structure so that any documentation or bits that are wanted don't get inadvertently left out.

Software Manager is very self-explanatory.

For installing a package via inst:

# inst -f neko_libxg.tardist
inst> list
After confirming what to install
inst> go

Should conflicts be encountered, load the other packages.

Does Nekoware install toolchest or icon catalogs?

No. Not at this time. The state of HaveBlue (2025-Q4) is a demonstration/basis for future nekoware builds.