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October 09, 2023, 09:29:30 PM
#74
With solar energy efficiency going up and hardware costs dropping dramatically over time thanks to Moore's law, I could see solar energy playing a more prominent role in fueling mining operations without having to resort to eating up the energy grid which could not only go out at any time but also is not clean and renewable either.
The efficiency of solar energy for mining in sunny countries is very high if the mining companies have an agreement to consume electricity at night, even when electricity is not used as much. But I did not serve for large miners to produce solar electricity on their own.
I think to start up a solar mining is probably the best option for someone over here in my country because it's much proficient and easy because if the current status of power shortage and although I think they would be lots of limitations as per now and I don't really know how much cost this would take to get this implemented. The truth is I don't even think solar mining is powerful and effective enough that's why people or mining see a limitation to it's use ? Don't you think .
newbie
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September 29, 2023, 06:50:04 AM
#73
I know huge capital is required to meet up huge financial expectations, what's the minimum volume of income one can use to start mining? In a situations where you trade with different strategies and still hits wrong targets, if you apply or use same trading knowledge for mining won't one still loss in mining too? Because I don't have enough money with me, so am trying to cut losses if mining too will not favor me I will decided to venture into mining too again.

Can I start mining with $300 and grow from there?

          -  300$? Is this just your introduction to Bitcoin mining? Are you serious about your question? Because nowadays, Bitcoin mining is expensive. From electricity costs to maintenance, this is where your $300 is missing, mate. Even second mining rigs are missing the $300 you are talking about. Maybe before you ask questions here in this forum section, you should do your own research about what you want to get into.

Because Bitcoin mining is actually not a joke when you do it, it's like raising a child in the same family. It's expensive to do that; that's the truth. It's not easy, but it's easy to think about it. That's why it's not easy when it comes to spending.


Same in Latvia. Small miner is pointless, sold all everything since electricity cost jumped almost x2. Anyone who wants to try mining should really do some math.
sr. member
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September 29, 2023, 06:45:27 AM
#72
I know huge capital is required to meet up huge financial expectations, what's the minimum volume of income one can use to start mining? In a situations where you trade with different strategies and still hits wrong targets, if you apply or use same trading knowledge for mining won't one still loss in mining too? Because I don't have enough money with me, so am trying to cut losses if mining too will not favor me I will decided to venture into mining too again.

Can I start mining with $300 and grow from there?

          -  300$? Is this just your introduction to Bitcoin mining? Are you serious about your question? Because nowadays, Bitcoin mining is expensive. From electricity costs to maintenance, this is where your $300 is missing, mate. Even second mining rigs are missing the $300 you are talking about. Maybe before you ask questions here in this forum section, you should do your own research about what you want to get into.

Because Bitcoin mining is actually not a joke when you do it, it's like raising a child in the same family. It's expensive to do that; that's the truth. It's not easy, but it's easy to think about it. That's why it's not easy when it comes to spending.
hero member
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September 25, 2023, 06:46:05 AM
#71
There is no problem splitting your investment into mining and trading and you can grow in mining if your electricity rate is pretty cheap.

Even if you have bought mining devices you need to have cheap electricity to fuel these devices. In my country (Pakistan) electricity has grown high to be  super expensive and people struggling to pay there home electricity bills. In such areas mining is not a profitable business. Solar power is a good option but  again it takes good amount of investment to setup solar system at your doorstep. Lucky are those people who mined Bitcoins on there laptops or on other gadgets.
newbie
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September 25, 2023, 05:06:46 AM
#70
To start mining Bitcoin, you'll need a significant investment for specialized mining hardware called ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits). Costs vary, but it typically ranges from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars. Additionally, consider expenses like electricity, cooling, and maintenance, making it a substantial investment.
legendary
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September 23, 2023, 02:27:51 PM
#69
If you're considering cryptocurrency mining, it's essential to understand that profitability can be influenced by factors like the price of the cryptocurrency, mining difficulty, electricity costs, and the efficiency of your mining equipment. Smaller investments may not yield significant returns, and there is a risk of not covering your expenses.
If you have home mining or mining on your territory, then you do not need to pay for rent and security, and increase costs accordingly. If the premises are in a lease, then of course there is a minimum amount of equipment that must mine in order to recoup the costs. Otherwise it is not profitable.
newbie
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September 10, 2023, 09:43:34 PM
#68
I know huge capital is required to meet up huge financial expectations, what's the minimum volume of income one can use to start mining? In a situations where you trade with different strategies and still hits wrong targets, if you apply or use same trading knowledge for mining won't one still loss in mining too? Because I don't have enough money with me, so am trying to cut losses if mining too will not favor me I will decided to venture into mining too again.

Can I start mining with $300 and grow from there?
You might need 2000 dollars to buy only mining rig. After that at least 1000 dollars for other expenses too. So be cautious with this field. This filed needs much more than you can expect.
hero member
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August 18, 2023, 02:51:38 PM
#67
You can put as much as you want into the mining operations and still may not reach the sweet spot. That is how the mining farm works.
Well, I can not tell you the exact budget but I have two topics that you should go through.

Basically, I made these topics for beginners in the mining field and it is purely based on my personal experience. Since I started the mining with my personal experience, it was both fun and struggling but it does provide a detailed layout for the mining and getting started with it.

Kindly note that this is for the GPU set up and doesn't refer to the ASICS as such. However, just thought to post it here so that you can try the best of both world.

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sr. member
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August 18, 2023, 02:51:26 AM
#66
I don't know where you live and the cost of electricity in your country, but I honestly think $300 will not be enough to start mining. Considering the fact that people are quitting mining in 2023 because of the low profitability and high cost of mining.
At the moment the price of every item has gone up a lot. To buy a normal laptop used to require 500 to 600 dollars but at the moment it is required to buy a laptop of the same category from 800 to 900 dollars, that is, considering the past market at the moment, if you ever want to set up, that plan will not be successful. Bitcoin mining can be an expensive project for us at the moment because electricity prices are much higher than before in any region we live in. 

OP initially wants to start bitcoin mining with 300 dollars but in current context bitcoin mining with 300 dollars is not possible, if OP wants to start bitcoin mining and if he wants help in that matter then he must discuss details like how is the cost of electricity in his area, mining. If he can provide detailed information about whether he has all the necessary equipment or how his country's government views Bitcoin mining, he will be of great help here.
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August 14, 2023, 08:55:45 AM
#65
I think you should start your journey with the original website of ASICS.

Better visit this page here: Buying Opportunity for ASICS This page explains what mode is available on the market currently for both new and used ASICS. You can also sort out different vendors based on your location.

As you can see this will also exactly tell you how much is your initial investment.

You can also visit few selected online guides on how to build your mining from the scratch. You should also make up your mind whether you want to start small or big. “Mining Farm” is really big thing since it would contain many ASICS and the cost would be in thousands of USD or may be more.

You can get started with this website too: How to Build a Cryptocurrency Mining Rig from Scratch
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August 12, 2023, 11:50:59 AM
#64
I know huge capital is required to meet up huge financial expectations, what's the minimum volume of income one can use to start mining? In a situations where you trade with different strategies and still hits wrong targets, if you apply or use same trading knowledge for mining won't one still loss in mining too? Because I don't have enough money with me, so am trying to cut losses if mining too will not favor me I will decided to venture into mining too again.

Can I start mining with $300 and grow from there?
Starting with $300 might be challenging.  It is recommended to do thorough research on the specific cryptocurrency you are interested in, calculate the profits and costs and consider the factors like electricity costs and hardware.
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August 12, 2023, 03:49:17 AM
#63
I don't know where you live and the cost of electricity in your country, but I honestly think $300 will not be enough to start mining. Considering the fact that people are quitting mining in 2023 because of the low profitability and high cost of mining.
newbie
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August 07, 2023, 01:10:21 PM
#62
If you crowd mine with a legitimate source you can start with $100.
legendary
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August 04, 2023, 05:41:55 PM
#61
With solar energy efficiency going up and hardware costs dropping dramatically over time thanks to Moore's law, I could see solar energy playing a more prominent role in fueling mining operations without having to resort to eating up the energy grid which could not only go out at any time but also is not clean and renewable either.
The efficiency of solar energy for mining in sunny countries is very high if the mining companies have an agreement to consume electricity at night, even when electricity is not used as much. But I did not serve for large miners to produce solar electricity on their own.
newbie
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July 26, 2023, 02:14:55 AM
#60
To start mining, the minimum requirements would typically include a suitable mining rig or ASIC miner, a stable internet connection, and a power source. The initial investment can vary depending on the type of mining equipment you choose and your electricity costs.

I have an iPollo V1 mini and it is an excellent choice for beginners due to its compact size, efficiency, and competitive price. With a hashrate of 280m and power consumption of 220w, it provides a cost-effective solution for mining. The current price of $519 USD is quite reasonable considering its performance and features.
https://ipollo.com/products/ipollo-v1-mini-wifi-280m

Keep in mind that mining profitability depends on several factors, including the cryptocurrency you mine, the current market conditions, and electricity costs in your area. It's essential to calculate potential returns and consider the investment's risks before starting mining. Remember to stay informed about the latest trends and best practices in the mining community. Happy mining!
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July 25, 2023, 07:56:16 AM
#59
Bitcoin mining isn't cheap nowadays, and the main problem is that the hardware gets obsolete really fast, I mean if you buy the best Bitcoin miner in 1 year it will not have enough power to be efficient enough to give you profit, that's why if you want to start mining you should look at altcoins, that's the right way to do it if you have low capital.

Even you can look for staking coins, PoS is an algorithm that let you mine just by holding coins in your wallet, so, with this kind of coins you don't need to buy hardware to mine.
The problem is free energy, can you get free or very cheap energy? Very hard or almost impossible for individuals but easier for big businesses.
By the way, money-wise is to wait for Bitmain to announce an asic miner for a coin that has been mined via GPU only and then immediately buy this miner to get the most profit out of it. For example, recently announced Bitmain Antminer KS3 looks amazing. It's able to generate $2000 a day at the moment, so, the ones who get it as earlier as possible will generate a lot of profit because once it gets massively delivered and everyone plugs it, then it may only be able to generate 50-100 USD. Still sounds good if one ROIs quickly.
sr. member
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July 08, 2023, 10:44:58 AM
#58
I know huge capital is required to meet up huge financial expectations, what's the minimum volume of income one can use to start mining? In a situations where you trade with different strategies and still hits wrong targets, if you apply or use same trading knowledge for mining won't one still loss in mining too? Because I don't have enough money with me, so am trying to cut losses if mining too will not favor me I will decided to venture into mining too again.

Can I start mining with $300 and grow from there?
Trading and mining are two different things and you need to have the proper knowledge and finance. Mining with $300 is impossible when you don't have your mining equipment,the equipment are expensive to set up compared to that amount that you mentioned. Electricity cost is also there,and you should understand that mining consumes more electricity. If you already have the equipment then it will be possible for you to use $300 to start mining. Don't also forget that mining is risky due to low profit and some miners do pack up their mining farms and quit from mining. Government new policy in a country that kicks against bitcoin will also affect mining activities in that country. These are all what you put into consideration before making up your mind.
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July 07, 2023, 03:43:41 PM
#57
At first you need learn about mining. When you learn properly then you can easily know about cost of mining. I think for mining need Roughly standard computer. No need heavy computer or server computer. Normal computer is enough for mining. But now bitcoin mine is very tough it had some cost. If you manage 250$ - 500$ you can start mining. But at first you have gather knowledge about mining. Without proper mining knowledge you could not able to mining Although you manange money.
legendary
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July 06, 2023, 09:18:08 PM
#56
I know huge capital is required to meet up huge financial expectations, what's the minimum volume of income one can use to start mining? In a situations where you trade with different strategies and still hits wrong targets, if you apply or use same trading knowledge for mining won't one still loss in mining too? Because I don't have enough money with me, so am trying to cut losses if mining too will not favor me I will decided to venture into mining too again.

Can I start mining with $300 and grow from there?
At this very moment viable mining profit only can manage with the best efficiency asic. And it cost 5.5k. In bear market like this is good start for mining. Gain knowledge and chosing different hardware and methods will help decided in future growth. 300$ is good enough to buy single gpu card used one like rx 6800 or so. Mostly miner came from hobbies.
sr. member
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July 03, 2023, 02:34:47 AM
#55
First of all, you need to know what kind of equipment you might need to mine Bitcoin. Knowing about the specific equipment will give you an idea of how much money you might need to mine Bitcoin. Bitcoin mining usually requires mining software, a good quality computer, power, hardware, wallet, and other equipment. Make a list of these equipments in what kind of budget you will buy these items according to the budget and estimate the price of each equipment and then calculate the total. Hopefully the totals will give you an idea of what your initial cost of mining Bitcoin might be. It will be difficult for you to start mining with $300. Because buying a good quality computer can cost you 300 dollars. With 600 to 1000 dollars you can start mining.
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