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Re: [∞ YH] solo.ckpool.org 2% fee solo mining 274 blocks solved!
Hi all.
I've been slowly updating and testing the solo ckpool code to make it more useful for general use, updating it to work best with the latest version of bitcoin core, added some minor improvements and fixed a few minor bugs along the way. It's been undergoing intensive testing the last week and is in its final regression tests now, solving blocks on testnet. In the next week sometime I'll be planning to update the code used on this pool after testing is complete, along with an updated version of bitcoin core. There will be no changes to the end users and downtime should be almost undetectable. I will give advance warning of when this will be happening so people can plan not to dump hashrates here over that period if that concerns them. As with any update there are always risks of instability but I will only be updating once testing has confirmed it is working to my satisfaction.
I've been slowly updating and testing the solo ckpool code to make it more useful for general use, updating it to work best with the latest version of bitcoin core, added some minor improvements and fixed a few minor bugs along the way. It's been undergoing intensive testing the last week and is in its final regression tests now, solving blocks on testnet. In the next week sometime I'll be planning to update the code used on this pool after testing is complete, along with an updated version of bitcoin core. There will be no changes to the end users and downtime should be almost undetectable. I will give advance warning of when this will be happening so people can plan not to dump hashrates here over that period if that concerns them. As with any update there are always risks of instability but I will only be updating once testing has confirmed it is working to my satisfaction.
Thank you so much -ck for all the effort you are putting in here, and for keeping your solo pool code open-source. This cannot be appreciated and emphasized enough!
Is there one? If so, what is it? I've reached out through multiple direct channels for help with a failed unit < 90 days old and have received no response (yet). Is this typical post sales support?
If it's a warranty case, check back with your reseller first. He should be able to directly sort that out with you or file a support case on Futurebit side.I bought direct from futurebit and have tried all the usual support channels (chat, email, replying to my order email etc) over the past week but no response. Wondering is that was to be expected or an anamoly?
If you need to buy one, I would recommend the most efficient one you can afford. Because this will likely run 24/7, so 80 Plus Gold or better.
Is there one? If so, what is it? I've reached out through multiple direct channels for help with a failed unit < 90 days old and have received no response (yet). Is this typical post sales support?
If it's a warranty case, check back with your reseller first. He should be able to directly sort that out with you or file a support case on Futurebit side.Re: Official FutureBit Apollo BTC Software/Image and Support thread
Is there any benefits using the docker as oppose to just entering the pool info?
You get to learn something new, and - if you are prepared to take the risk - you can save the pool fee if you find a block. Which is up to 2% (as of today, 3300 USD). And in terms of risk, I mainly mean using the Apollo node as mining node from within in your home network. Which has its downsides, as the Apollo node is definitely not as well connected as a pool's mining node, also because your home network will have less uptime stability and lower bandwidth.Any one use a Libre Computer Board AML-S905X-CC (Le Potato) 2GB 64-bit to run their Compac F? It states it has 100 Mb Fast Ethernet would that make any difference? Just seen different alternative to the Raspberry Pi and seeing if any ones used a cheaper mini computer?
As long as it can run Linux (which it can, btw), it should be fine to be used as controller. While the specs will probably do, it really depends on how many Compac F sticks you intend to run. Be aware that the CPU is not at all as powerful as the one from the RPI4!Re: Official FutureBit Apollo BTC Software/Image and Support thread
For solo mining directly on your Apollo node, you can install Docker, then build and run a docker image of the solo ckpool using this repository: https://github.com/golden-guy/docker-ckpool
Since I don't have a full node Apollo, I cannot test and verify this myself there unfortunately. But I tested this successfully in similar setups on other SBCs (RPi/Odroid) running Debian/Ubuntu - and the Apollo's OrangePi SBC running Armbian should support the Docker installation as well, as documented here: https://docs.armbian.com/User-Guide_Advanced-Features/#how-to-run-docker
Would be great if somebody tried and can give feedback if that has worked out. At least that would be a viable workaround for now for those who feel the itch to solo mine on their Apollo node.
Since I don't have a full node Apollo, I cannot test and verify this myself there unfortunately. But I tested this successfully in similar setups on other SBCs (RPi/Odroid) running Debian/Ubuntu - and the Apollo's OrangePi SBC running Armbian should support the Docker installation as well, as documented here: https://docs.armbian.com/User-Guide_Advanced-Features/#how-to-run-docker
Would be great if somebody tried and can give feedback if that has worked out. At least that would be a viable workaround for now for those who feel the itch to solo mine on their Apollo node.
Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
Barrel jacks are rated with the assumption that they are periodically disconnected/re-connected so any oxidation is scraped off and a fresh contact surface is made. At low to moderate currents this is not an issue, as you approach the connector max current rating it is definitely a concern.
Didn't know about that aspect, thanks for pointing this out. The PCIe connector definitely seems to be the better choice here.Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
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Does anybody actually power this pod miner with a barrel jack PSU, instead of a plain computer PSU?
@sidehack: You have mentioned in the first post
Thanks for letting me know.
@sidehack: You have mentioned in the first post
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Like previous Terminus models, the miner runs on 12V power from either a standard 2.1/5.5mm barrel jack (rated for 8A) or a PCIe 6-pin jack
So, is the PCIe rated for higher current or are both connectors rated the same? Is there any (other) downside one should be aware of when using the barrel jack?Thanks for letting me know.
Re: SoloMining with CGMiner against Bitcoind / Bitcoin Core v0.18.1
This is the sequence I used:
git clone https://github.com/kanoi/cgminer
cd cgminer
./autogen.sh
CFLAGS="-O2 -Wall -march=native -fcommon" ./configure --enable-ants3
make
That's an ancient build target, and not actively supported anymore. Try an older version that should build successfully, e.g. https://github.com/vthoang/cgminer git clone https://github.com/kanoi/cgminer
cd cgminer
./autogen.sh
CFLAGS="-O2 -Wall -march=native -fcommon" ./configure --enable-ants3
make
Re: SoloMining with CGMiner against Bitcoind / Bitcoin Core v0.18.1
This is the sequence I used:
git clone https://github.com/kanoi/cgminer
cd cgminer
./autogen.sh
CFLAGS="-O2 -Wall -march=native -fcommon" ./configure --enable-ants3
make
That's an ancient build target, and not actively supported anymore. Try an older version that should build clean., e.g. https://github.com/vthoang/cgminer git clone https://github.com/kanoi/cgminer
cd cgminer
./autogen.sh
CFLAGS="-O2 -Wall -march=native -fcommon" ./configure --enable-ants3
make
Re: SoloMining with CGMiner against Bitcoind / Bitcoin Core v0.18.1
Hi all,
I cannot install the cgminer on my Ubuntu 20.04.5 LTS. I keep on getting this error message:
make[2]: *** [Makefile:999: cgminer-cgminer.o] Error 1
make[2]: Leaving directory '/home/user/bitcoin_testnet/cgminer'
make[1]: *** [Makefile:1894: all-recursive] Error 1
make[1]: Leaving directory '/home/user/bitcoin_testnet/cgminer'
make: *** [Makefile:808: all] Error 2
I have installed and updated all the libraries and tried to do the whole process over and over but I get the same end result.
Any thoughts on this issue?
Some more log lines would be helpful, but I assume it's the issue with GCC 10+ which needs the CFLAGS=-fcommon to compile the cgminer code.I cannot install the cgminer on my Ubuntu 20.04.5 LTS. I keep on getting this error message:
make[2]: *** [Makefile:999: cgminer-cgminer.o] Error 1
make[2]: Leaving directory '/home/user/bitcoin_testnet/cgminer'
make[1]: *** [Makefile:1894: all-recursive] Error 1
make[1]: Leaving directory '/home/user/bitcoin_testnet/cgminer'
make: *** [Makefile:808: all] Error 2
I have installed and updated all the libraries and tried to do the whole process over and over but I get the same end result.
Any thoughts on this issue?
Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
Just wanted to report back that I have added thermal pads to the bottom heatsinks on the weekend. While everything went well, the expected cooling benefit hasn't really been met in my opinion.
Yes these heatsinks do get warmer now, so there is better heat dissipation. But not significant in a way to have a measureable impact on watts or hashrate. I had hoped these pads to be a thermal bonus for my efficiency setup (550Mhz, undervolted), but if at all they are probably more of use for the heavy overclocking case.
Yes these heatsinks do get warmer now, so there is better heat dissipation. But not significant in a way to have a measureable impact on watts or hashrate. I had hoped these pads to be a thermal bonus for my efficiency setup (550Mhz, undervolted), but if at all they are probably more of use for the heavy overclocking case.
Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
thermal conductivity is impacted due to height of thermal path so, dont exceed 1mm so still stays in a good small size and then you dont need crazy high conductivity pads 20+ and a 13+ will do a great job, 0.5 can be very thin and can get easily damaged so a .75-1mm to my experience is a good choice and still will effectively conduct heat to the heatsink.
Thanks, I think I will order a set of these Iceberg pads: https://www.iceberg-thermal.com/product/consumer/thermal-pad/driftice/. 80x40 should be a near to perfect fit, just need to cut the length a little. Hope that I won't mess up with the upper heatsinks' thermal pad when re-screwing the bottom heatsinks... Actually the unit is running very well at the moment, but I don't think I can leave it now without these pads attached, now that I know of the air gap.
It's like @n0nce has said, this neat device makes you want to tinker with it.
@sidehack: Would be great if you could share details on the thermal pads used for the upper heatsinks.
Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
Heatsink is about 45x70mm
Yes there's no interface between the bottom heatsink and the board. I'm gonna be doing some testing this week on a few potential changes to improve cooling, and underside paste is one of them.
Yes there's no interface between the bottom heatsink and the board. I'm gonna be doing some testing this week on a few potential changes to improve cooling, and underside paste is one of them.
Thanks for the info, then I will probably order some thermal pad and do some tests here as well. Actually when touching the bottom heatsink, this really feels just warm, so the cooling should definitely improve with proper heat conduct. (which was in fact already pointed out/confirmed by @gergar)
Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
@sidehack is there really no thermal pad between the "backplate" heatsink and the PCB board? Was that by intention? If not, what would be the recommended choice from your side in regards to thickness and thermal conductivity of such thermal pad? And would that give some significant cooling benefit at all?
If that makes sense, I am tempted to do that. Unfortunately, I didn't check the heatsink dimensions back then when I replaced the fan. Can you please share these, so that I don't need to unscrew my unit again.
If that makes sense, I am tempted to do that. Unfortunately, I didn't check the heatsink dimensions back then when I replaced the fan. Can you please share these, so that I don't need to unscrew my unit again.
Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
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What I think can help is make the fan to pull / extract the air use the original as it is stronger than Noctua (Arctic label pointing the PCB will make it to extract --- I checked their specs as I have Noctuas too) and add thermal pads to the bottom heatsinks 1mm @ 13+w/k will have the highest impact in it, those few changes will give you 650@2.5-2.6T stable on a ~120W on stock voltage.
Hm, why do you think the stock fan is stronger? When comparing the specs between the Noctua NF-A8 and the Arctic F8, I see the Noctua better in every discipline. Slightly higher RPM, better airflow and MUCH better static pressure. The latter of which makes it an even better candidate for blowing air into the unit (the original direction).Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
I also replaced the stock fan with the Noctua NF-A8 today, and by that time I checked the heatsink screws as well. Almost all have been at least slightly loose and needed some re-tightening.
As a result of both, the unit is now hashing with 2.15TH/s with the undervolt at 550MHz, and the increased airflow helps to save a few more Watts.
As a result of both, the unit is now hashing with 2.15TH/s with the undervolt at 550MHz, and the increased airflow helps to save a few more Watts.
Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
Hello all, i want to share my experience and some advise on cooling as i found out points to improve:
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3 inverted the fan to pull the air, why, the current setu makes hot air stays inside the case (measured with a temp camera)
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Hello, what was the temperature difference you have measured with your temp camera when the (stock?) fan was blowing out? Would be interesting to know....
3 inverted the fan to pull the air, why, the current setu makes hot air stays inside the case (measured with a temp camera)
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Re: GekkoScience has a new pod miner, just in time for Christmas
My only theory right now is that they get slower as the heat up and the heatsink becomes fully soaked. Not sure about that, though.
I had the same thought when I saw the hashrate increase after the slight undervolt at 550MHz. The avg hashrate is at 2.12Th/s by now, I think I will just leave it running like this for a few days to see if it goes up even further yet.