Topic: [Guide] Dogie's Comprehensive Bitmain Antminer S4+ Setup [HD] (Read 10185 times)
I got the ip and it is up and hashing,Thanks.
February 08, 2017, 10:07:55 AM
Ok i have the correct cord and power to the s4+ now but i cant get the ip address by using the ipreporter or by logging onto my modem, javascript:void(0); any ideas as to what could be wrong with the machine or me?
February 01, 2017, 08:50:03 AM
Yes i do have 220 in my garage, but it is not compatible with the cord that you have listed( 110 3 prong), i have checked lowes website and do not see any outlets and or adapters that will work, Thanks for the help .
Perhaps this then? Should work with this one as the plug is rated for 220v. http://www.sfcable.com/8ft-nema-l6-20p-usa-3-pin-plug-to-c13-sjt-power-cord.html?gdffi=afde19f4670e4f608861514cfe93a30d&gdfms=BF7B35F16DFB4E1BBD775C7026C0A9F2&gclid=CjwKEAiAq8bEBRDuuOuyspf5oyMSJAAcsEyWri_YbgS4_zq6Aqw1bl0LdMxfVIRUDH8LncScsyq9PxoCd_fw_wcB February 01, 2017, 04:03:38 AM
Yes i do have 220 in my garage, but it is not compatible with the cord that you have listed( 110 3 prong), i have checked lowes website and do not see any outlets and or adapters that will work, Thanks for the help .
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You can try to buy a converter for 110 to 220v
About that... If you mean getting a step-up transformer -- beware of ANY sold as 'International voltage converters" such as sold by http://www.world-import.com/transformers.htmIn short, they are woefully over-rated for power. I had 2 of their 2,000w transformers with early s9's (1,450-1500w) on them. Ran very warm which is normal for xmfr's but after 3 months both transformers had failed. I opened them up to find charred windings. Now we know why they are so cheap...
Replaced them with REAL transformers from AutomationDirect for around $189 each (vs $54) and as expected, being industrial units they should last forever.
I have purchased an s4+ on ebay not knowing that it had special power requirements, is there anywhere that i can get a wiring diagram to help set this up, and were can i purchase the power cord needed to run this high voltage. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks bigdaddy3
You can try to buy a converter for 110 to 220v in some cases (it'll be pretty expensive, best to just find a 220v in your house no matter how much time it takes, will be hard to get if you don't have any), there are 220v outlets in most American houses if you live in America. Just have to find em, most of them are either in the garage or in the kitchen, I.e stove. Please correct me if I am wrong 
This cord should work:
https://www.amazon.com/Tripp-Lite-Heavy-Duty-IEC-320-C13-P007-006/dp/B0027JRMD0/ref=pd_sim_147_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=F31GD6TQD2Q0S7AG6XVB
I have purchased an s4+ on ebay not knowing that it had special power requirements, is there anywhere that i can get a wiring diagram to help set this up, and were can i purchase the power cord needed to run this high voltage. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks bigdaddy3
im in north america what kind of circuit do i need to wire up to get this to work everything for 240v uses those t shaped circuits and wires...can i simply wire up a dbl breaker and run 2 110v lines to a standard circuit?
On electricity don't try to be cheap unless you are asking for problems. Anwser is have I seen it done yes 2 separate 110 breakers and a higher gauge wire... yes but don't do it.
It is very easy either get a electrician or learn how to do it (if legal in your area). And get a true 220/240 breaker. And then use the right gauge wire. With so much electricity if you don't have the proper wire you will get hot wire and possible fire.
im in north america what kind of circuit do i need to wire up to get this to work everything for 240v uses those t shaped circuits and wires...can i simply wire up a dbl breaker and run 2 110v lines to a standard circuit?
Hi guys,
Thank you so much for your help !
I'll try with this file.
See you soon.
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Thank you so much for your help !
I'll try with this file.
See you soon.
@+
bitmain sent me that file a while ago.
That's 20150518 which isn't the stock firmware. It should work but we're not exactly sure what the changelog is over stock.
Heelo everybody,
I think i made a midstake, i flash my s4+ with the s4 firmware...
And now my antiminer is not stable, sometimes it mine at 1.5 Th...
On bitmian page, i can't see the firmware for s4+....
Can you help me please ?
Thank you so much
I think i made a midstake, i flash my s4+ with the s4 firmware...
And now my antiminer is not stable, sometimes it mine at 1.5 Th...
On bitmian page, i can't see the firmware for s4+....
Can you help me please ?
Thank you so much
I don't see it on the firmware page either. I would submit a ticket asking for it here - https://bitmain.zendesk.com/hc/en-us . I'm sure they will get the firmware to you.
Was the not stable before firmware uploading with S4 firmware? Or did it happen after?
Heelo everybody,
I think i made a midstake, i flash my s4+ with the s4 firmware...
And now my antiminer is not stable, sometimes it mine at 1.5 Th...
On bitmian page, i can't see the firmware for s4+....
Can you help me please ?
Thank you so much
I think i made a midstake, i flash my s4+ with the s4 firmware...
And now my antiminer is not stable, sometimes it mine at 1.5 Th...
On bitmian page, i can't see the firmware for s4+....
Can you help me please ?
Thank you so much
Do I need to do anything else than pluggin in the power? No leds, no fans, nothing.. plugged in at 220V 
Correct, see my response from the other thread:
From the PSU guide for no PSU fan and no output:
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1. Make sure the AC input wire has a good connection and the plugs are connected firmly
2. Make sure the mains power is working well and its voltage is above 205V.
2. Make sure the mains power is working well and its voltage is above 205V.
Do I need to do anything else than pluggin in the power? No leds, no fans, nothing.. plugged in at 220V
W.R.T. this post: https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.11156572
Why are you advising people inquiring about the existence of capacitors that there are none when your high-res picture clearly shows them all over the place?
Why are you advising people inquiring about the existence of capacitors that there are none when your high-res picture clearly shows them all over the place?
Where are you seeing liquid caps?
Why are you looking for "liquid" caps?
I misread what he originally asked, nevermind.
W.R.T. this post: https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.11156572
Why are you advising people inquiring about the existence of capacitors that there are none when your high-res picture clearly shows them all over the place?
Why are you advising people inquiring about the existence of capacitors that there are none when your high-res picture clearly shows them all over the place?
Where are you seeing liquid caps?
Why are you looking for "liquid" caps?
W.R.T. this post: https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.11156572
Why are you advising people inquiring about the existence of capacitors that there are none when your high-res picture clearly shows them all over the place?
Why are you advising people inquiring about the existence of capacitors that there are none when your high-res picture clearly shows them all over the place?
Where are you seeing liquid caps?
W.R.T. this post: https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.11156572
Why are you advising people inquiring about the existence of capacitors that there are none when your high-res picture clearly shows them all over the place?
Why are you advising people inquiring about the existence of capacitors that there are none when your high-res picture clearly shows them all over the place?
Nice guide once again.
Just one thing, I haven't received my +s yet so I don't know if it's actually aluminium, but the S4 definitely isn't. It's steel.. Might want to correct that.
I'm disappointed that bitmain locked voltage control down, but not surprised after they stripped the S4 of that functionality with a firmware update.
Just one thing, I haven't received my +s yet so I don't know if it's actually aluminium, but the S4 definitely isn't. It's steel.. Might want to correct that.
I'm disappointed that bitmain locked voltage control down, but not surprised after they stripped the S4 of that functionality with a firmware update.
Yes its definitely steel, fixed. The voltage control isn't locked per said, it simply doesn't exist. With string design the variability of voltage is purely down to the output voltage of the PSU. Have a look how bare the 'top' side of the PCB is, there is no DC-DC.
Nice guide once again.
Just one thing, I haven't received my +s yet so I don't know if it's actually aluminium, but the S4 definitely isn't. It's steel.. Might want to correct that.
I'm disappointed that bitmain locked voltage control down, but not surprised after they stripped the S4 of that functionality with a firmware update.
Just one thing, I haven't received my +s yet so I don't know if it's actually aluminium, but the S4 definitely isn't. It's steel.. Might want to correct that.
I'm disappointed that bitmain locked voltage control down, but not surprised after they stripped the S4 of that functionality with a firmware update.
Another nice guide! Love your pictures as always.
How the S4 is pretty good on overclocking. Does the S4+ see to overclock well? If so what numbers have you got.
How the S4 is pretty good on overclocking. Does the S4+ see to overclock well? If so what numbers have you got.
S4+ will likely overclock well as its stock is just 200MHZ but I've not tested it enough yet.
We've got plenty of headroom on the PSU but our limiter will likely be temps for anyone with a warm ambient. If you look at the data graph there isn't much headroom left @ 40C before we end up at 90C which is the alarm temp, and 95C which is the cutoff temp.
Edit: As Janet pointed out, also have to factor in that we only have the stock voltage of 0.706V to play with.
Edt2: And overclocking will obviously void any warranty.
Edit3: Initial results at 225M were 2738GH @ 1675W, 87C @ 40C ambient. So +200W for +170GH.
Another nice guide! Love your pictures as always.
How the S4 is pretty good on overclocking. Does the S4+ see to overclock well? If so what numbers have you got.
How the S4 is pretty good on overclocking. Does the S4+ see to overclock well? If so what numbers have you got.
Dogie's Miner Setup Guides:
Nicely formatted version available at dogiecoin.com!
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)
Bitmain's AntMiner S4+ upgrades the original by adding an additional 44 chips across the 4 mining boards which are cooled by 4 powerful 120mm fans. A
power efficient string design is utilised along with an internal 1600W PSU. The S4+ is standalone and does not require an external controller. Mounting ears
are included.
0b) What You Need (top)
You will need a few accessories to get started.
Click your flag to find everything you need to get started at Amazon!
1) Powering (top)
S4+'s come with a internal 1600W APW3-12-1600-B1 / B2 power supply which will power on automatically once plugged in. Please note that this PSU is
ONLY compatible with high voltage mains, between 205V and 264V. The unit will not operate outside of this range. The B1 variant utilises 12 PCI-E
connectors while the B2 variant utilises 4 pairs of M4 10 AWG spade connectors to power the hashing boards and a single PCI-E connector to power the controller
and fans.
2) Cooling (top)
The S4+ is self sufficient in cooling terms and utilises four 120x38mm fans which operate between 3500 and 4200rpm. All four are PWM controlled and
automatically react to increased temperatures. Noise levels are very high but of reasonable tone, and identical to that of the original S4. The PSU is cooled
by its own 40mm fan which remains inaudible over the main fans at all temperatures.
The rear of each hashing board is covered by a full cover aluminium heatsink with a reasonable polished finish. Each chip has individually applied thermal
paste to provide good contact. Please be careful when handling these heatsinks, they are extremely sharp.
3) Case (top)
The S4+ retains the same lightweight steel case as the original and is easy to lift and install. The case is held closed by 6 screws placed on the top
for easy internal access. The PSU's compartment is separated from the mining area and cables are neatly routed out of the way. Please be careful when
replacing the case lid, that you make sure the grill on the lid is aligned with the PSU, else the PSU will be suffocated and may overheat.
A boxed S4+ weighs 14.4kg and measures 580mm x 5650mm x 265mm while the unit alone weighs 12.4kg and measures 440mm x 425mm x 132mm.
Click here to see a 360 degree view!
4) Configuration (top)
The S4+ is standalone and does not require an external controller.
Wiring:
Configuration:
Nicely formatted version available at dogiecoin.com!
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)
Bitmain's AntMiner S4+ upgrades the original by adding an additional 44 chips across the 4 mining boards which are cooled by 4 powerful 120mm fans. A
power efficient string design is utilised along with an internal 1600W PSU. The S4+ is standalone and does not require an external controller. Mounting ears
are included.
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0b) What You Need (top)
You will need a few accessories to get started.
Click your flag to find everything you need to get started at Amazon!
1) Powering (top)
S4+'s come with a internal 1600W APW3-12-1600-B1 / B2 power supply which will power on automatically once plugged in. Please note that this PSU is
ONLY compatible with high voltage mains, between 205V and 264V. The unit will not operate outside of this range. The B1 variant utilises 12 PCI-E
connectors while the B2 variant utilises 4 pairs of M4 10 AWG spade connectors to power the hashing boards and a single PCI-E connector to power the controller
and fans.
2) Cooling (top)
The S4+ is self sufficient in cooling terms and utilises four 120x38mm fans which operate between 3500 and 4200rpm. All four are PWM controlled and
automatically react to increased temperatures. Noise levels are very high but of reasonable tone, and identical to that of the original S4. The PSU is cooled
by its own 40mm fan which remains inaudible over the main fans at all temperatures.
The rear of each hashing board is covered by a full cover aluminium heatsink with a reasonable polished finish. Each chip has individually applied thermal
paste to provide good contact. Please be careful when handling these heatsinks, they are extremely sharp.
3) Case (top)
The S4+ retains the same lightweight steel case as the original and is easy to lift and install. The case is held closed by 6 screws placed on the top
for easy internal access. The PSU's compartment is separated from the mining area and cables are neatly routed out of the way. Please be careful when
replacing the case lid, that you make sure the grill on the lid is aligned with the PSU, else the PSU will be suffocated and may overheat.
A boxed S4+ weighs 14.4kg and measures 580mm x 5650mm x 265mm while the unit alone weighs 12.4kg and measures 440mm x 425mm x 132mm.
Click here to see a 360 degree view!
4) Configuration (top)
The S4+ is standalone and does not require an external controller.
Wiring:
- Plug in a power cable from the AntMiner to the mains.
- Plug in an ethernet cable from the AntMiner to you router.
Configuration:
- The unit will automatically power on when you provide it power.
- 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 S4+ and navigate to that IP.
- Login using "root" as both the username and password.
- Navigate to the page Status -> Miner Configuration. Enter your pool information in the below format. Click "Save & Apply".
- Navigate to the page "Miner Status" to check mining has started.
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