Cardano Node 10.6.2

Cardano Stake Pool installation guide for dummies (Linux)

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πŸ“― Before we start

Stake pool operator requirements

  • Basic Linux administration skills

  • Be ready to update the node whenever a new release is published

  • Keep security + backups as a first-class concern (keys, firewall, SSH hardening)

Hardware requirements for a stake pool

  • 2–3 Linux servers (1 block producer + 1–2 relays)

    • OS: Ubuntu 22.04/24.04 LTS or Debian 12+

    • CPU: 2+ vCPU (4 vCPU preferred)

    • RAM: 24 GB (for InMemory backend) / 8+ GB (for OnDisk backend)

    • Storage: 300 GB minimum (350+ GB recommended, SSD)

    • Network: stable 10+ Mbps, low packet loss

  • Offline machine for cold keys

  • Hardware wallet (strongly recommended)

Testnet / pre-prod

  • Similar setup with lower pressure, but keep at least:

    • 2 vCPU

    • 16 GB RAM recommended

    • 150+ GB SSD

πŸ‘‰ This guide uses Ubuntu 24.04 LTS examples. πŸ‘‰ Support group: https://t.me/StakePool247helparrow-up-right

This guide is based on official Cardano docs + operator best practice, with practical commands and safer defaults.

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Useful communities:

πŸ‘‰ StakePool247 Support Group: https://t.me/StakePool247helparrow-up-right

πŸ‘‰ Cardano StakePool Workgroup: https://t.me/CardanoStakePoolWorkgrouparrow-up-right

πŸ‘‰ Cardano Community Tech Support: https://t.me/CardanoCommunityTechSupportarrow-up-right

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