Any shipping updates on Batch 2? Will they come with the latest software or will ne need to update them? Looking forward to getting started. BTC
And most importantly please keep the invoice with the price hidden. 
Topic: Official FutureBit Apollo BTC Software/Image and Support thread - page 112. (Read 48605 times)
August 03, 2021, 12:11:06 PM
August 03, 2021, 09:47:21 AM
Any shipping updates on Batch 2? Will they come with the latest software or will ne need to update them? Looking forward to getting started. BTC
Latest Image has been added
Folder for all Apollo BTC Image Releases: https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
Release 7/31/21
d6f820869268383883db4741dcfcade8f57ad1a1c20c359fd7a3015c78ffe3dd apollo-btc_310721.img.xz
-Updated Apollo UI to latest 0.3.1
-Image no longer wipes SSD if it detects it has already been formatted
-Added additional swap memory to prepare for Lightning network/block explorer apps
-System level fixes/tweaks for stability
Folder for all Apollo BTC Image Releases: https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
Release 7/31/21
d6f820869268383883db4741dcfcade8f57ad1a1c20c359fd7a3015c78ffe3dd apollo-btc_310721.img.xz
-Updated Apollo UI to latest 0.3.1
-Image no longer wipes SSD if it detects it has already been formatted
-Added additional swap memory to prepare for Lightning network/block explorer apps
-System level fixes/tweaks for stability
Thanks for the image mate! Any differences between this and what was released the other day via the OTA (like the system level fixes - are they for the underlying OS?)
Not really most of the big changes/bug fixes were pushed over the OTA update. Main difference in this image is it includes extra swap memory on the nvme drive, so it can handle additional apps we will introduce in future updates.
Too easy, if I get bored I'll flash the SD card for shits and giggles
Latest Image has been added
Folder for all Apollo BTC Image Releases: https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
Release 7/31/21
d6f820869268383883db4741dcfcade8f57ad1a1c20c359fd7a3015c78ffe3dd apollo-btc_310721.img.xz
-Updated Apollo UI to latest 0.3.1
-Image no longer wipes SSD if it detects it has already been formatted
-Added additional swap memory to prepare for Lightning network/block explorer apps
-System level fixes/tweaks for stability
Folder for all Apollo BTC Image Releases: https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
Release 7/31/21
d6f820869268383883db4741dcfcade8f57ad1a1c20c359fd7a3015c78ffe3dd apollo-btc_310721.img.xz
-Updated Apollo UI to latest 0.3.1
-Image no longer wipes SSD if it detects it has already been formatted
-Added additional swap memory to prepare for Lightning network/block explorer apps
-System level fixes/tweaks for stability
Thanks for the image mate! Any differences between this and what was released the other day via the OTA (like the system level fixes - are they for the underlying OS?)
Not really most of the big changes/bug fixes were pushed over the OTA update. Main difference in this image is it includes extra swap memory on the nvme drive, so it can handle additional apps we will introduce in future updates.
Latest Image has been added
Folder for all Apollo BTC Image Releases: https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
Release 7/31/21
d6f820869268383883db4741dcfcade8f57ad1a1c20c359fd7a3015c78ffe3dd apollo-btc_310721.img.xz
-Updated Apollo UI to latest 0.3.1
-Image no longer wipes SSD if it detects it has already been formatted
-Added additional swap memory to prepare for Lightning network/block explorer apps
-System level fixes/tweaks for stability
Folder for all Apollo BTC Image Releases: https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
Release 7/31/21
d6f820869268383883db4741dcfcade8f57ad1a1c20c359fd7a3015c78ffe3dd apollo-btc_310721.img.xz
-Updated Apollo UI to latest 0.3.1
-Image no longer wipes SSD if it detects it has already been formatted
-Added additional swap memory to prepare for Lightning network/block explorer apps
-System level fixes/tweaks for stability
Thanks for the image mate! Any differences between this and what was released the other day via the OTA (like the system level fixes - are they for the underlying OS?)
So now that the release day bugs are all ironed out; how goes adding LN functionality? Was the main reason I bought the full node version. Alternatively has anyone installed an LN client themselves?
We are already working on native lightning + blockexplorer apps in the dashboard, but there is nothing stopping you from installing them yourself. You can connect them to the node using futurebit/futurebit rpc username/pass
Latest Image has been added
Folder for all Apollo BTC Image Releases: https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
Release 7/31/21
d6f820869268383883db4741dcfcade8f57ad1a1c20c359fd7a3015c78ffe3dd apollo-btc_310721.img.xz
-Updated Apollo UI to latest 0.3.1
-Image no longer wipes SSD if it detects it has already been formatted
-Added additional swap memory to prepare for Lightning network/block explorer apps
-System level fixes/tweaks for stability
Folder for all Apollo BTC Image Releases: https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
Release 7/31/21
d6f820869268383883db4741dcfcade8f57ad1a1c20c359fd7a3015c78ffe3dd apollo-btc_310721.img.xz
-Updated Apollo UI to latest 0.3.1
-Image no longer wipes SSD if it detects it has already been formatted
-Added additional swap memory to prepare for Lightning network/block explorer apps
-System level fixes/tweaks for stability
So now that the release day bugs are all ironed out; how goes adding LN functionality? Was the main reason I bought the full node version. Alternatively has anyone installed an LN client themselves?
i haven't yet but i have been thinking of trying to install a version of umbrel or mynode on this but not really sure how. anyone wanna advise on what would be the best practice?
So now that the release day bugs are all ironed out; how goes adding LN functionality? Was the main reason I bought the full node version. Alternatively has anyone installed an LN client themselves?
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Oh yes I was lucky this time. Definitely going to by a lotto ticket tonight lol. Managed to fit a Sunon maglev fav 25x25x6mm and run it off the existing harness. Dropped 8c compared to the cheap replacement I bought before. Completely silent aswell now. So I can stop fiddling with it
Oh yes I was lucky this time. Definitely going to by a lotto ticket tonight lol. Managed to fit a Sunon maglev fav 25x25x6mm and run it off the existing harness. Dropped 8c compared to the cheap replacement I bought before. Completely silent aswell now. So I can stop fiddling with it
I tried to source one of these but couldn't find one in Australia so had to settle for the Nidec 10mm one. It's good but I feel the extra height is not helpful as it's being half cut off getting cool air by the mounting plate underneath the hash board. Maybe I'll keep looking and see if I can find something local that will fit the bill
Yea I could only order one from Germany (I'm in the UK). So shipping was the same cost as the fan
Hmmmm, maybe I need to open it up and make sure the fan is spinning. I am assuming that there aren’t any screws I should avoid?
Real easy to take apart. Flip it over. Remove the Nvme drive. Remove screws along one edge. that will release the SBC and Nvme drive daughter board. Pull out the white connector and then you should be able to remove the SBC and daughter board in one go. Just be careful of the ribbon cable between the two.
Quick question, the temperature listed at the very top of the dashboard, is that the CPU temp? Mine is at 75C. Is that a normal range? The miner hashboard stays around 60C. Thanks!
my full package: node fully sync
HASHBOARD #0 2.07 Th/s 53°c 1893 rpm 125 W
CPU 2.03 Th/s 56.11°C
System Utilization
CPU USAGE
1% Used. 6 Cores.
MEMORY USAGE
3.13 GB / 3.77 GB
DISK / USAGE
5.46 GB / 14.21 GB
DISK /MEDIA/NVME USAGE
381.87 GB / 457.45 GB
DISK /VAR/LOG USAGE
30.3 MB / 48.42 MB
Hmmmm, maybe I need to open it up and make sure the fan is spinning. I am assuming that there aren’t any screws I should avoid?
I updated my Apollo and 1 of them BTC node is ok and the miner inactive but I see he is online and mining on the pool.
The other same thing, node ok and miner inactive in the dashbord but online and mining on slush pool in my account. on this one I see jstefanop.worker1 on the dashboard page. weird!
Does a reboot fix this? Are you updating via local network or a connected monitor? Shoot an email if your still have this issue, want to see where the update is breaking.The other same thing, node ok and miner inactive in the dashbord but online and mining on slush pool in my account. on this one I see jstefanop.worker1 on the dashboard page. weird!
FYI should have an updated image out later today as well.
Reboot change nothing and I made the update via local network
Quick question, the temperature listed at the very top of the dashboard, is that the CPU temp? Mine is at 75C. Is that a normal range? The miner hashboard stays around 60C. Thanks!
my full package: node fully sync
HASHBOARD #0 2.07 Th/s 53°c 1893 rpm 125 W
CPU 2.03 Th/s 56.11°C
System Utilization
CPU USAGE
1% Used. 6 Cores.
MEMORY USAGE
3.13 GB / 3.77 GB
DISK / USAGE
5.46 GB / 14.21 GB
DISK /MEDIA/NVME USAGE
381.87 GB / 457.45 GB
DISK /VAR/LOG USAGE
30.3 MB / 48.42 MB
Quick question, the temperature listed at the very top of the dashboard, is that the CPU temp? Mine is at 75C. Is that a normal range? The miner hashboard stays around 60C. Thanks!
Anyone got a picture of the GPIO connector? I took mine off to attempt to change the heatsink (didn't push my luck so left it) but I didn't take note of how the black connector was orientated and what pins it was plugged into 
EDIT: Took a gamble and thankfully it paid off. All running again no problems
EDIT: Took a gamble and thankfully it paid off. All running again no problems
FYI you would have completely fried both boards if you plugged that in the wrong way...your a lucky dude
Oh yes I was lucky this time. Definitely going to by a lotto ticket tonight lol. Managed to fit a Sunon maglev fav 25x25x6mm and run it off the existing harness. Dropped 8c compared to the cheap replacement I bought before. Completely silent aswell now. So I can stop fiddling with it
I tried to source one of these but couldn't find one in Australia so had to settle for the Nidec 10mm one. It's good but I feel the extra height is not helpful as it's being half cut off getting cool air by the mounting plate underneath the hash board. Maybe I'll keep looking and see if I can find something local that will fit the bill
THIS IS THE SUPPORT THREAD: Keep this thread on topic!
All other comments/general questions go to the anouncment thread: https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/announcing-the-futurebit-apollo-btc-a-full-nodemining-platform-for-the-home-5314398
__________________________________________________
Getting Started
This post is for the Full Package/Node version, while it is geared for new users its still recommended you read the whole post as there is important information that pertains to how our system works.
If you are looking for software for your USB Standard Version to run on your own system see post below:
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.57091051
If you are looking for the Apollo BTC Image for your SD card (to re-flash to stock state etc) you can find that below:
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.57091052
Below are the quick getting started instructions that you should have also received inside your Apollo, with more details and an FAQ section at the end. This thread is a great resource for additional questions, and is always monitored so if you have additional questions that are not covered below please feel free to post.
Hi All,All other comments/general questions go to the anouncment thread: https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/announcing-the-futurebit-apollo-btc-a-full-nodemining-platform-for-the-home-5314398
__________________________________________________
Getting Started
This post is for the Full Package/Node version, while it is geared for new users its still recommended you read the whole post as there is important information that pertains to how our system works.
If you are looking for software for your USB Standard Version to run on your own system see post below:
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.57091051
If you are looking for the Apollo BTC Image for your SD card (to re-flash to stock state etc) you can find that below:
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.57091052
Below are the quick getting started instructions that you should have also received inside your Apollo, with more details and an FAQ section at the end. This thread is a great resource for additional questions, and is always monitored so if you have additional questions that are not covered below please feel free to post.
I have 1 controller and 2 standard units. 1 of the standard units stops working about once a day. (0 hash rate but red light still blinks normally). I stop and restart, this fixes it for a day and the the same unit stops again. Is there any thing I can do to prevent this from happening?
Anyone got a picture of the GPIO connector? I took mine off to attempt to change the heatsink (didn't push my luck so left it) but I didn't take note of how the black connector was orientated and what pins it was plugged into
EDIT: Took a gamble and thankfully it paid off. All running again no problems
EDIT: Took a gamble and thankfully it paid off. All running again no problems
FYI you would have completely fried both boards if you plugged that in the wrong way...your a lucky dude
Oh yes I was lucky this time. Definitely going to by a lotto ticket tonight lol. Managed to fit a Sunon maglev fav 25x25x6mm and run it off the existing harness. Dropped 8c compared to the cheap replacement I bought before. Completely silent aswell now. So I can stop fiddling with it
Yea those fans are good...they are the ones we wanted to source for these, but lead-times were crazy long.
Anyone got a picture of the GPIO connector? I took mine off to attempt to change the heatsink (didn't push my luck so left it) but I didn't take note of how the black connector was orientated and what pins it was plugged into
EDIT: Took a gamble and thankfully it paid off. All running again no problems
EDIT: Took a gamble and thankfully it paid off. All running again no problems
FYI you would have completely fried both boards if you plugged that in the wrong way...your a lucky dude
Oh yes I was lucky this time. Definitely going to by a lotto ticket tonight lol. Managed to fit a Sunon maglev fav 25x25x6mm and run it off the existing harness. Dropped 8c compared to the cheap replacement I bought before. Completely silent aswell now. So I can stop fiddling with it
I updated my Apollo and 1 of them BTC node is ok and the miner inactive but I see he is online and mining on the pool.
The other same thing, node ok and miner inactive in the dashbord but online and mining on slush pool in my account. on this one I see jstefanop.worker1 on the dashboard page. weird!
The other same thing, node ok and miner inactive in the dashbord but online and mining on slush pool in my account. on this one I see jstefanop.worker1 on the dashboard page. weird!
Does a reboot fix this? Are you updating via local network or a connected monitor? Shoot an email if your still have this issue, want to see where the update is breaking.
FYI should have an updated image out later today as well.
Anyone got a picture of the GPIO connector? I took mine off to attempt to change the heatsink (didn't push my luck so left it) but I didn't take note of how the black connector was orientated and what pins it was plugged into
EDIT: Took a gamble and thankfully it paid off. All running again no problems
EDIT: Took a gamble and thankfully it paid off. All running again no problems
FYI you would have completely fried both boards if you plugged that in the wrong way...your a lucky dude
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