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Topic: [Guide] Dogie's Comprehensive Avalon Avalon6 Setup [HD] (Read 11028 times)

legendary
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Electrical engineer. Mining since 2014.
hello, I have a question regarding the hashboar. On my Avalon 6.01 the second hashboard has failed. There are two LEDs per hashboard. The first LED indicates the input voltage, which also lights up for me and the second LED indicates the output voltage, which no longer lights up for me. Is it possible to repair the hashboard yourself? Respectively, are there any known components on the hashboard that you can change in such a case for the hashboard to work again?

Hi, send a message to lightfoot here at the forum.
He could be able to help you, if you try to do board level repairs.
newbie
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hello, I have a question regarding the hashboar. On my Avalon 6.01 the second hashboard has failed. There are two LEDs per hashboard. The first LED indicates the input voltage, which also lights up for me and the second LED indicates the output voltage, which no longer lights up for me. Is it possible to repair the hashboard yourself? Respectively, are there any known components on the hashboard that you can change in such a case for the hashboard to work again?
legendary
Activity: 2464
Merit: 1710
Electrical engineer. Mining since 2014.
Next MM upgrade on this problematic unit right after upgrade failure helped to bring it back to operation.

My next question is: does anyone have an information about A6's error codes? Previously there was available an errors query form here, which is unavailable now. Did anyone save it?

You can find it here https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Avalon6#MM_Error_Codes
legendary
Activity: 2030
Merit: 1076
A humble Siberian miner
Next MM upgrade on this problematic unit right after upgrade failure helped to bring it back to operation.

My next question is: does anyone have an information about A6's error codes? Previously there was available an errors query form here, which is unavailable now. Did anyone save it?
newbie
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Merit: 0
https://canaan.io/downloads/software/avalon6/openwrt/latest/brcm2708/

Try this link.

Also, you may not see the powered and flashed Raspberry since it has 192.168.0.100 IP address by default. Try to log in using this address.

I got these links from Canaan support, but wasn't sure which one to use. I ended up trying them all a few times and got one working, thank for the links.

Also, you may not see the powered and flashed Raspberry since it has 192.168.0.100 IP address by default. Try to log in using this address.

Yeah, more likely a fixed static IP not in range than anything to do with firmware.

I think it was the firmware as I was trying the 192.168.0.100. It did finally show up when I got the right firmware. Some reason now though it has a different IP address, but things are up and running.

Thank you both for your help!
legendary
Activity: 1666
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Another question is: can I fix an avalon control unit that became inoperative after MM upgrade (LED is constantly switched off)?

Doesn't sound like it'd be salvageable.

Also, you may not see the powered and flashed Raspberry since it has 192.168.0.100 IP address by default. Try to log in using this address.

Yeah, more likely a fixed static IP not in range than anything to do with firmware.
legendary
Activity: 2030
Merit: 1076
A humble Siberian miner
https://canaan.io/downloads/software/avalon6/openwrt/latest/brcm2708/

Try this link.

Also, you may not see the powered and flashed Raspberry since it has 192.168.0.100 IP address by default. Try to log in using this address.
newbie
Activity: 13
Merit: 0
Hi All,

First post.

So, I am having similar issues with an Avalon 6 I just purchased. I followed Dogie's guide for an Antminer and it was very simple, however the Avalon 6 isn't playing so easily.

I am following the instruction on Canaan's site https://canaan.io/downloads/people/lili/doc/avalon6/AvalonMiner-6-Raspberry-Pi-Configuration-Guide-with-english.pdf

I can't see the Avalon when logged into my router. I'm assuming I need to re-flash the SD card with the firmware, but where do you get the correct download from. I have downloaded everything that looks close from the Canaan support site.

The manual says to use the following links, but they are both dead
Raspberry Pi 2B Firmware:
8/bcm2708/openwrt-brcm2708-bcm2708-sdcard-vfat-ext4.img">https://canaan.io/downloads/software/avalon6/openwrt/latest/brcm270
8/bcm2708/openwrt-brcm2708-bcm2708-sdcard-vfat-ext4.img

 Raspberry Pi 2B Firmware:
8/bcm2709/openwrt-brcm2708-bcm2709-sdcard-vfat-ext4.img">https://canaan.io/downloads/software/avalon6/openwrt/latest/brcm270
8/bcm2709/openwrt-brcm2708-bcm2709-sdcard-vfat-ext4.img


Does anyone have a firmware file or a link to one that might work, or is there something else I am missing during set up.

Any help would be very much appreciated.
legendary
Activity: 2030
Merit: 1076
A humble Siberian miner
I am interested too. I have asked a question in Avalon3 thread, but please guys experienced in A6 pay attention to that question.

Another question is: can I fix an avalon control unit that became inoperative after MM upgrade (LED is constantly switched off)?
newbie
Activity: 37
Merit: 0
I just purchased an Avalon6. It did not come with the AUC2. Does anyone know where I could get one?
legendary
Activity: 3822
Merit: 2703
Evil beware: We have waffles!
For a start, are you using Canaan's controller software on a Raspi?
If so can you use your browser to open the controller GUI? What does it say?
newbie
Activity: 1
Merit: 0
Hi I have a problem with my avalon 6.

most of my miner have the red light and I dont know why. and some of my miner have the blue and and after couple second they turned to the green light. I try to see If it was a internet connection problem but is not. I did a shotdown one buy one. i restart all my miner on CGminer. Now I don't know what to do. If you can help I will very appreciat it.

THANK YOU !!
legendary
Activity: 1456
Merit: 1000
Instead of setting up all of that it is going to be much easier to use a pool that allows solo mining.   A popular one is http://solo.ckpool.org/, with it all the work is done and you can use it like a regular pool.

Also some pools like antpool you can select the miner and turn it into solo mode.  So also very easy to use and all the hard work has been done.    I think using a pool like one of these two is going to be far more popular then setting it up yourself.  But if your looking for project you always can set it up yourself.
hero member
Activity: 980
Merit: 500
Hello gents,

I am a new proud owner of an Avalon 6.  However I can't get it to work for the life of me.  I have spent many days google-ing and experimenting to no avail.  I used to be active in the mining scene a few years back and was able to solo-ming and such.  This ASIC thing is new to me and actually came with no manuals.  Also I am almost certain that this is geared more towards people with Linux knowledge and I always have been a windows user.

My goal is to be able to get this thing going using a windows environment, but if I have to go with learning command lines in Linux... then so be it

The Avalon 6 came with all cables and a Raspberry Pi (I reflashed the SD card with the img at Canaan's website).

I connected all cables and Pi to the Avalon, then connected Ethernet to network.  

I would like to solo mine (SHA256 of course) using the Avalon.  I went into the router and found Avalon's IP, which is 192.168.0.177.  The computer that's running the wallet has IP of 192.168.0.193. The default gateway is 192.168.0.1.  The subnet mask is 255.255.255.0

I am able to log into the Avalon's web interface. A few things that concern me:

1)

Code:
Cgminer's status:
[Firmware Version] => Avalon Firmware - 20151111
luci: b101100
cgminer: b9d9dd2
cgminer-packages: d33729e

Socket connect failed: Connection refused
 
Is this to be expected if no instance of Cgminer is running?

2)



Here is my wallet config on the local computer.  I have been mining using CPU with with this wallet with no issue (except the cpu is too slow and I can't find a block)

Code:
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
rpcallowip=192.168.0.193
pcuser=1
rpcpassword=1
rpcport=50542
daemon=1
server=1
debug=0
testnet=0

Any help or suggestion is appreciated.  I emailed support a few days back but have yet to receive a reply...

Have a good day!
legendary
Activity: 1666
Merit: 1185
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Alright. Problem 1 solved.. Corrupt SD card. Go figure.... Next problem is what command to use? Its not /start x or root or boot.

You're not making a Raspberry Pi that runs a miner, you're forgetting its a Pi and running a miner. That means there probably is no front end if you plug it into a monitor. If you've got to this stage then you can refollow the instructions in the OP of this guide to connect to it and start mining.
full member
Activity: 209
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Alright. Problem 1 solved.. Corrupt SD card. Go figure.... Next problem is what command to use? Its not /start x or root or boot.

Openwrt:/
full member
Activity: 209
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You didn't seem concerned that the controller version was blank before.  This is where you are supposed to get your firmware version according to your guide.  So, that tells me something is maybe wrong with it.  So, I tried to reinstall the firmware.  I did it from within the openWRT portal and nothing changed but it seemed to work ok.  Controller version was still blank.

I saw your note where I should just reflash the SD card.  So I tried that, and now I can't even get it to connect to the internet.

I downloaded the one at http://downloads.canaan-creative.com/software/avalon6/openwrt/latest/pi-modelb-v2/openwrt-brcm2708-sdcard-vfat-ext4.img

And then I just wrote that to my SD card.  Was that the right one?

ugh... I hope zoomhash either lets me open up the case or will accept this back and return my money.

I used Win32DiskImager to write "openwrt-brcm2708-sdcard-vfat-ext4.img" to an SD card and inserted it into the Rasp Pi. I connected an HDMI and nothing boots up. The RaspPi turns on but no OS loads up. Am I doing something wrong? Do I need to install the RaspPi OS individually or something now?

I was trying to setup the Avalon to run wireslessly but now I can't even get any OS to boot up.
legendary
Activity: 1456
Merit: 1000
I checked my router and it isn't connected.  That's what I meant.  I guess I did it right?  I really have 0 experience with these rpi's.

If you're using the image I think of I think it might be a static IP.  Make sure you're using one of the ones that is confirmed at dynamic.

I know there are some out there such as BlockC's that is dynamic IP.  But I would try a image verified as that.
newbie
Activity: 10
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I don't know what default IP they have set on that image, or if its DHCP as standard. Have a look at your router's DHCP client list, it might have moved.

I checked my router and it isn't connected.  That's what I meant.  I guess I did it right?  I really have 0 experience with these rpi's.
yxt
legendary
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We are longer in the business than all existing producers or other resellers (afaik).
As was minersource.
wrong


BTW: you link to a overpriced R-Pi2 set, while the R-Pi2 is not even supported atm.

you link to an R-Pi2 set, while the R-Pi2 is not even supported atm.
The product in the link changed.

To fake quotes is really poor style
legendary
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I saw your note where I should just reflash the SD card.  So I tried that, and now I can't even get it to connect to the internet.
I don't know what default IP they have set on that image, or if its DHCP as standard. Have a look at your router's DHCP client list, it might have moved.


ugh... I hope zoomhash either lets me open up the case or will accept this back and return my money.
Its less of a case opening and more of a dismantling with 32 screws to get the modules out.
newbie
Activity: 10
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You didn't seem concerned that the controller version was blank before.  This is where you are supposed to get your firmware version according to your guide.  So, that tells me something is maybe wrong with it.  So, I tried to reinstall the firmware.  I did it from within the openWRT portal and nothing changed but it seemed to work ok.  Controller version was still blank.

I saw your note where I should just reflash the SD card.  So I tried that, and now I can't even get it to connect to the internet.

I downloaded the one at http://downloads.canaan-creative.com/software/avalon6/openwrt/latest/pi-modelb-v2/openwrt-brcm2708-sdcard-vfat-ext4.img

And then I just wrote that to my SD card.  Was that the right one?

ugh... I hope zoomhash either lets me open up the case or will accept this back and return my money.
legendary
Activity: 1666
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We are longer in the business than all existing producers or other resellers (afaik).
As was minersource.


you link to an R-Pi2 set, while the R-Pi2 is not even supported atm.
The product in the link changed.
yxt
legendary
Activity: 3528
Merit: 1116
...There is significant additional risk placed on the end customer for very little benefit. And the fact that your signature advertises 3 companies, two of which don't exist and 1 which doesn't like resellers really doesn't add weight to your argument.

The signature is old, it only shows that I don't care about an update...
If they don't like us anymore as reseller I am pretty sure Jihan would have told me  Wink

We are longer in the business than all existing producers or other resellers (afaik).
So the opposite of what you say is true, we add a layer of security.


BTW: you link to a overpriced R-Pi2 set, while the R-Pi2 is not even supported atm.
legendary
Activity: 1456
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Minersource, one of the biggest of all resellers screwed plenty of people. There were multiple problems with multiple other resellers of Bitmain equipment and problems with the transfer of warranties. There is significant additional risk placed on the end customer for very little benefit. And the fact that your signature advertises 3 companies, two of which don't exist and 1 which doesn't like resellers really doesn't add weight to your argument.

They were horrible to deal with. They decided to steal pictures of my SF100 review.  They used it on their site for a profit or gain.... which they never asked permission for.

I actually met the top "brass" i guess at a booth at a convention(while back).  I talked to them saying I wanted it pulled and asked how it even got up there.. it was very very hard they said they did not know how it got up there.  After I pushed they admitted they might get photo's off this forum....

They gave me a card and said they would give me a deal or pull it (don't remember exact it's been a long time).... sounded fair.  They never gave me anything and did not take down photo till they stopped selling item..  Needless to say I don't trust all re-sellers this is part of reason I link direct to companies.  There are some good re-sellers but some are not good at all.
legendary
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generalizing bullshit, maybe you had acted that way when you sold miners.
If one of our customers has a problem we replace the unit asap.
This means with parts from us, no shipping back to china.

Minersource, one of the biggest of all resellers screwed plenty of people. There were multiple problems with multiple other resellers of Bitmain equipment and problems with the transfer of warranties. There is significant additional risk placed on the end customer for very little benefit. And the fact that your signature advertises 3 companies, two of which don't exist and 1 which doesn't like resellers really doesn't add weight to your argument.
yxt
legendary
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This is why resellers are a bad idea, they're buying the product exactly the same as you but passing on problems and responsibilities. Buy from the source whenever possible.

generalizing bullshit, maybe you've done it that way when you sold miners.
If one of our customers has a problem we replace the unit asap.
This means with parts from us, no shipping back to china.

EDIT: typo
legendary
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Update:
I tried one of my antminer 1600 watt PSUs and there was no change.  Seems weird...  I can try to contact zoomhash to see if they can offer any help.
Any other thoughts?

If you know that PSU is good then its still something power related - a short maybe. This is why resellers are a bad idea, they're buying the product exactly the same as you but passing on problems and responsibilities. Buy from the source whenever possible.
newbie
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Update:
I tried one of my antminer 1600 watt PSUs and there was no change.  Seems weird...  I can try to contact zoomhash to see if they can offer any help.
Any other thoughts?
newbie
Activity: 10
Merit: 0
I'm getting 12V when I test the PCI-E plugs that are plugged into the miner.

No, you need to test when they're plugged into the miner, measure another PCI-E. What PSU is it?

That's what I did.  I'm not sure what I'm misunderstanding?  They are plugged into my miner and I shoved my probe into the back of the plug where the contact is and grounded to the case.  I got 12V with it running and plugged in.

LEPA ATX12V/EPS12V CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Gold Certified Power Supply G1200-MA

They're made by Enermax, the same PSU company that mine fails to mine with. It will flicker on for a second then sit in an error state as it thinks the sudden rise in power consumption from the miner is a surge/overload and will shut itself down.

Unfortunately you'll likely need a different PSU.

Wow, seems weird to me.  Sounds like I need to get some serious PSU knowledge.  I have some extra antminer APW3-12-1600-B2 PSUs.  Those should be more than good enough, right?

I did find this on my PSU after doing some research about PSU issues:
http://www.lepatek.com/eng/product_content/1/1/34/#produkte

At the very bottom there is a notice that talks about connecting two or more high power GPUs.  There is also a diagram of the jacks on the PSU.  One of the PCI-Es comes directly out of the PSU and then you can plug in up to 3 GPUs.  I don't really understand all of that or how it would make a difference.  But I tried a few different combinations of them hoping to get lucky... not so much. Sad

Shouldn't my controller version be listed on the dashboard?  I just want to make sure there isn't something else going on before I (attempt to) return this PSU.
legendary
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I'm getting 12V when I test the PCI-E plugs that are plugged into the miner.

No, you need to test when they're plugged into the miner, measure another PCI-E. What PSU is it?

That's what I did.  I'm not sure what I'm misunderstanding?  They are plugged into my miner and I shoved my probe into the back of the plug where the contact is and grounded to the case.  I got 12V with it running and plugged in.

LEPA ATX12V/EPS12V CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Gold Certified Power Supply G1200-MA

They're made by Enermax, the same PSU company that mine fails to mine with. It will flicker on for a second then sit in an error state as it thinks the sudden rise in power consumption from the miner is a surge/overload and will shut itself down.

Unfortunately you'll likely need a different PSU.
newbie
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I'm getting 12V when I test the PCI-E plugs that are plugged into the miner.

No, you need to test when they're plugged into the miner, measure another PCI-E. What PSU is it?

That's what I did.  I'm not sure what I'm misunderstanding?  They are plugged into my miner and I shoved my probe into the back of the plug where the contact is and grounded to the case.  I got 12V with it running and plugged in.

LEPA ATX12V/EPS12V CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Gold Certified Power Supply G1200-MA
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DF4RXWQ?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00
legendary
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I'm getting 12V when I test the PCI-E plugs that are plugged into the miner.

No, you need to test when they're plugged into the miner, measure another PCI-E. What PSU is it?
newbie
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I'm getting 12V when I test the PCI-E plugs that are plugged into the miner.
legendary
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I do see two ribbon cables (similar to IDE controller cables with pin 1 painted red).  They run from along the sidewalls of the case.  It's hard to see how well they are connected, though.  There is a green LED light next to them (both sides).  I'm not sure what that is indicating.  Should I pop the case off and make sure they have a good connection?

The PSU I am pretty sure on.  I jumpered the main plug from green to black and it turned on.  When I turn power on, it seems like everything is kicking on for a second and then it just goes to idle.  I can check voltages, etc. with a multimeter.  But I'm not sure what everything should be.

Sounds like PSU has some sort of load protection. Many PSUs really don't like Bitcoin mining, I have a 1500W PSU like that. PCI-E will be 12V, that'll be the easiest to test.
newbie
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I do see two ribbon cables (similar to IDE controller cables with pin 1 painted red).  They run from along the sidewalls of the case.  It's hard to see how well they are connected, though.  There is a green LED light next to them (both sides).  I'm not sure what that is indicating.  Should I pop the case off and make sure they have a good connection?

The PSU I am pretty sure on.  I jumpered the main plug from green to black and it turned on.  When I turn power on, it seems like everything is kicking on for a second and then it just goes to idle.  I can check voltages, etc. with a multimeter.  But I'm not sure what everything should be.
legendary
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Here's my config:
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/tadsligar/OpenWrt_Cgminer_Configuration_LuCI_2015_12_16_07_25_21.jpg

Here's my status:
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/tadsligar/OpenWrt_Cgminer_Status_LuCI_2015_12_16_07_25_53.jpg

The only thing I wasn't sure on was the password.  But there definitely has to be something in there and it didn't seem to matter what.
Another thing is that when I received this unit, it appeared to be used.  I don't know if that's typical.  I bought from zoomhash and the rasperrypi came pre-loaded.  I figured out how to log into it with putty, but no clue what to try with that.  Thanks again for all your help!

Network and config are fine, looks like its not playing nice with its modules. Are you sure the PSU is on and the modules are powered up? If you shine a light through the front grill, are you able to see two ribbon cables looking roughly connected from the boards to the top sub-controller board?
newbie
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Here's my config:
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/tadsligar/OpenWrt_Cgminer_Configuration_LuCI_2015_12_16_07_25_21.jpg

Here's my status:
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/tadsligar/OpenWrt_Cgminer_Status_LuCI_2015_12_16_07_25_53.jpg

The only thing I wasn't sure on was the password.  But there definitely has to be something in there and it didn't seem to matter what.
Another thing is that when I received this unit, it appeared to be used.  I don't know if that's typical.  I bought from zoomhash and the rasperrypi came pre-loaded.  I figured out how to log into it with putty, but no clue what to try with that.  Thanks again for all your help!
legendary
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No, I'm not sure how to connect to the RaspberryPi. The controller version is blank.  I think that's part of the problem.
Click on Advanced version and give me screenshots of Cgminer configuration and Cgminer status please.


I don't know the corsairs much, but if they come from the same High quality OEM, like superflower or Seasonic, there would be 0 problem doing this.
1000W is their strict 24/7 rating, they've got another 10%+ in peak so its not even close to their limits yet. Non Americans don't have access to an economical >1000W PSU so the RM1000 variants are the best answer.
legendary
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why does your amazon link for 1000W PSU when power draw is 1100?

1100Watts at the wall would mean 1000w~DC, a PSU such as EVGA G2 1000w would do this fine. I don't know the corsairs much, but if they come from the same High quality OEM, like superflower or Seasonic, there would be 0 problem doing this.

The only downside of doing 100% load on a PSU, is that you lose 1.5%~ efficiency or so compared to let say, paying an extra 100$ for a 1300w.
sr. member
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why does your amazon link for 1000W PSU when power draw is 1100?
newbie
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No, I'm not sure how to connect to the RaspberryPi.

The controller version is blank.  I think that's part of the problem.

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a43/tadsligar/OpenWrt_Dashboard_LuCI_2015_12_15_23_16_20.jpg

(hope that worked)
legendary
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Thank you for this wonderful guide.  I was able to follow it completely.  However, my system just sits idle.  I'm a miner newbie.  I set up my first miner last night, an antminer S7, with the help of another of your guides.  That one was much easier, no issue at all.  This one I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.  I tried different pools, etc.  It isn't giving me a status at all.  My miner isn't doing anything but blinking yellow. Sad

Any ideas would be most appreciated.  Thanks!

Yellow typically indicates an idle status. Are you able to connect to the RaspberryPi? Able to post a picture of config and status pages?
newbie
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Thank you for this wonderful guide.  I was able to follow it completely.  However, my system just sits idle.  I'm a miner newbie.  I set up my first miner last night, an antminer S7, with the help of another of your guides.  That one was much easier, no issue at all.  This one I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.  I tried different pools, etc.  It isn't giving me a status at all.  My miner isn't doing anything but blinking yellow. Sad

Any ideas would be most appreciated.  Thanks!

Update:  Ok, I just noticed something that is probably helpful.  When I go to my controller version, it is blank.  Do I need to update the firmware perhaps?
legendary
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Why does that "Delta" fan is identical to Nidec VA450DC  Shocked

I wouldn't be surprised if its one OEM casting all the frames, then the individual companies putting their own motors in.
legendary
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Contents:
0a) What to Expect
0b) What You Need
1) Powering
2) Cooling
3) Case
4) Configuration
5) Troubleshooting
6) Where to buy


0a) What to Expect (top)
Avalons's Avalon6 more than doubles efficiency compared to its predecessor, the Avalon4. Twice as many chips in a power efficient string design are
spread across two hashing boards and increase hashrate by 3.5x. A single 35x120mm fan pulls fresh air through the aluminium case before exhausting it out
the back. The Avalon6 requires a Raspberry Pi (B or B+, RPi 2 is not supported yet) to act as an external controller. A 4 pin interconnect wire, a 4 pin to
micro USB adapter and a micro USB to USB cable is usually included in the package. No power supply is included.

Hashing__________________________
Chips80x 28nm Avalon 6 A3218
Hashrate~3500GH
Variable Hashrate?
Max Overclock~3500GH
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Powering
Rated Voltage12V
Rated Current88A
Power Consumption1100W
PSU Included?
Mains Voltage-
Eco Modes?
110V 15A Suitable?
PCI-E Connectors?4

Cooling________________________
Max Ambient38C
Noise @ 25C59dba
Noise @ 35C61dba
Manual Fan Speed?
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Controller
Included?
Wireless?
DHCP? Stock?
Reset? Brick Proof?
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Safety
Fan Guards?
Enclosed PCBs?

 

 

      
 
      
 

0b) What You Need (top)
You will need a few accessories and a power supply to get started. I recommend buying the controller directly from Avalon as they will preflash it with the
correct firmware.


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1) Powering (top)
Avalon6's do not come with a power supply, and you will need a high end computer PSU with 4xPCI-E 6 pin 16AWG power connectors. All 4 PCI-E
connectors are required and must be on separate cable rails.

We also need to tell the PSU to always be on, as there isn't a motherboard to do this. Cut a paperclip into a U and insert it into the green wire and either
black wire to the side of the green wire. Tape it up for safety. The power supply will now be controlled by its switch near the rear socket.

      


2) Cooling (top)
The Avalon6 is self sufficient in cooling terms and utilises a single high pressure 120mm fan to move air through the miner. The fan spins at between 2000
and 4000rpm which at the lower speed generates a noise level of 59dba at 1m. The fan's RPM along with chip frequency is automatically controlled by the
software and is powered by an external 4 pin connector provided by a custom extension header.

Each mining board is extensively screwed into large, full cover extruded aluminium heatsinks. Please be careful when handling, they are extremely sharp.

      
 
      




3) Case (top)
Two pieces of folded aluminium sheet serve as the Avalon6's case, while two more folded aluminium sheets are formed into end plates to secure the mining
boards to the case. A small micro-controller straddles the two hashing boards. Avalon6's are stackable both horizontally and vertically with only front and back
access required.

A boxed Avalon6 weighs 5kg and measures 390mm x 210mm x 220mm while the unit alone weighs 3.6kg and measures 340mm x 136mm x 150mm.

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4) Configuration (top)
Connectivity has been updated to allow for up to 20 units to be daisy chained off one USB port.

Wiring:
  • Prepare the paperclip for the PSU's 24 pin connector.
  • Plug in the four PCI-E cables to the miner.
  • Plug one 4 pin cable connected from the 4 pin header on the unit to the micro USB adapter.
  • Connect a micro USB to USB cable to the micro USB adapter, and then plug this into your Raspberry Pi.
  • More units can be added by plugging another 4 pin cable from the second unit to the first unit's other 4 pin header.
  • Plug in a network cable from the Raspberry Pi to your router.
  • Plug in a micro usb power cable from the mains to your Raspberry Pi.

Configuration:
  • Power on the power supply using its switch at the back.
  • Make sure that your router's DHCP table is turned on. You can assume it is already on if you have a typical router.
  • Using a browser, navigate to your router and find the IP it has assigned the Avalon6 and navigate to that IP.
  • Login using "root" as the username.
  • Navigate to the page "Configuration". Enter your pool information in the below format.
  • Navigate to the page "Dashboard" to check mining has started.
Antpool Register!
Code:
Servers : stratum.antpool.com:3333
User    : username.worker or username_worker - auto creates workers!
Password: anypassword
GHash IO Register!
Code:
Servers : us1.ghash.io:3333
User    : username.worker  - auto creates workers!
Password: anypassword
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