Running a Node

Setting up a validator node for Peerplays 2.0 involves several key steps to ensure your node is correctly installed, configured, and connected to the network. Here's a straightforward guide to help you through the process:​

1. System Requirements

Ensure your system meets the following minimum requirements:

• Operating System: Ubuntu 20.04 LTS​

• CPU: Quad-core processor (2.5 GHz or faster)​

• RAM: 16 GB​

• Storage: 500 GB SSD​

• Network: High-speed broadband with low latency​

2. Install Dependencies

Update your system and install necessary dependencies:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
sudo apt install -y build-essential cmake git clang libclang-dev pkg-config libssl-dev

3. Install Rust

Peerplays 2.0 is built using Rust, so you'll need to install it:​

curl --proto '=https' --tlsv1.2 -sSf https://sh.rustup.rs | sh
source $HOME/.cargo/env

4. Clone the Repository

Obtain the Peerplays 2.0 source code from the official GitLab repository:​

git clone https://gitlab.com/PBSA/Peerplays_2.0/discovery.git
cd discovery

5. Build the Node

Compile the Peerplays 2.0 node:​

cargo build --release

6. Configure the Node

Create a directory for your node's configuration:​

mkdir -p ~/.peerplays
cp target/release/peerplays-node ~/.peerplays/

You'll need to create and configure a config.toml file in the ~/.peerplays directory. This file should include your node's details, such as:​

• Network settings: Specify the IP address and port for peer-to-peer communication.​

• Validator keys: Input your validator's keys for block signing.​

Ensure your validator keys are securely stored and correctly referenced in the configuration.​

7. Start the Node

Navigate to the directory containing the node binary and launch your validator node:​

cd ~/.peerplays
./peerplays-node --validator

8. Monitor and Maintain

Regularly monitor your node's performance and logs to ensure it's operating correctly. Stay updated with the Peerplays community for any software updates or network changes.​

Additional Resources

For more detailed information and support, refer to the official documentation and community channels associated with Peerplays 2.0.​

By following these steps, you should have a functional validator node contributing to the Peerplays 2.0 network.