Official FutureBit Apollo BTC Software/Image and Support thread - page 98.

philipma1957

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'The right to privacy matters'

Quote from: macpilot on September 26, 2021, 03:13:36 PM

- Regarding the bitnodes data:

I use bitnodes to validate that my node is reachable and I get the following response (all good)"

X.X.36:8333 /Satoshi:0.21.1(FutureBit-Apollo-Node)/

The response shows that everything is good. However is there a way to change the FutureBit-Apollo-Node string? I don't think I want to advertise what software the node is running as to reduce the attack vector.

I am using the firewall to prevent all communication from other ports to the miner, but still there's potential risk that someone could try to exploit bitcoind through the open port in an attempt to break out to ubuntu root.

Are my fears unfounded? Thanks

(also on the same line is there a way to update ubuntu to the latest security patches? I don't want to run an update and risk breaking everything. The miner runs like clockwork so the less I have to mess with it the better.

Also, should I holdoff on installing TOR and LND on my own? how far is the next update :-)?

Finally I think I want to replace the 500GB for a TB, any recommendations on which one to get that will provide the performance and years of worry free operation? :-)

Thanks, I really like the miner, it's awesome!

J

. get a crucial i swapped to one it is good.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089DNM8LR?

94 bucks and you are done for years to come.

Biffa

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Quote from: macpilot on September 26, 2021, 03:13:36 PM

- Regarding the bitnodes data:

I use bitnodes to validate that my node is reachable and I get the following response (all good)"

X.X.36:8333 /Satoshi:0.21.1(FutureBit-Apollo-Node)/

The response shows that everything is good. However is there a way to change the FutureBit-Apollo-Node string? I don't think I want to advertise what software the node is running as to reduce the attack vector.

You can change the string that says "FutureBit-Apollo-Node" in your conf file

Its called the Custom Agent name.

This is from my .bitcoin/bitcoin.conf file

Code:

#Custom Agent Name goes here
uacomment=To-The-Moon

So mine looks like this:
/Satoshi:22.0.0(To-the-moon)/

BTW this isn't my Apollo, this is my Linux node that I've run for years. My apollo nodes is turned off (I've already got a node so don't need another at my house)

n0nce

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not your keys, not your coins!

Quote from: macpilot on September 26, 2021, 03:13:36 PM

Is there a way to change the FutureBit-Apollo-Node string? I don't think I want to advertise what software the node is running as to reduce the attack vector.

I am using the firewall to prevent all communication from other ports to the miner, but still there's potential risk that someone could try to exploit bitcoind through the open port in an attempt to break out to ubuntu root.

I someone finds an exploit in Bitcoin Core, it should make no difference if your node is an Apollo node or not; they're not running anything custom or so when it comes to bitcoind; just drivers and stuff for connection to the miner / hashboard are custom. So your attack vector isn't any different if it's an Apollo unit or another machine; everyone would be equally affected by a Core bug. However, for privacy it would be indeed nice to not tell everyone what machine you have; after all, this leaks that you're mining. Mining is banned in some countries for example or requires a permit since it's seen as a business and stuff like this. So I agree it would be good to be able to turn it off.

Quote from: macpilot on September 26, 2021, 03:13:36 PM

Finally I think I want to replace the 500GB for a TB, any recommendations on which one to get that will provide the performance and years of worry free operation? :-)

Usually any NVMe SSD with 1TB should work fine. Samsung m.2's are very popular, and just a bit more expensive than the cheap stuff. Or Western Digital.

Gags

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@ Tempestblack:

Quote from: Tempestblack on September 26, 2021, 05:10:48 AM

I know there be a warning and advisement about how to update the system correctly so that one does not wind up bricking the system...I need advice and direction as to how to proceed to update the system without stepping on a land mine and bricking her... look forward to your response or someone from your team...

1.Download the image on https://mega.nz/folder/ZlxnwYZb#ZN77cDAcXa6dN_2QKSdT_Q
2.Shut down your miner
3.Put out the SD Card (on the Bottom)
4.Put the SD Card in your PC-Slot
5.Download a Iso writing Sowtware (like Rufus, etcher or other)
6.Open the software an klick on the Downloaded Image (apollo-btc_310721.img (Step 1))
7.Klick start and wait for a couple Minutes
8.After complete put the SD Card in the Miner slot an start your Mner.
9.Start the browser and put the IP Adresse in...follow the steps and its done.

The same you can read on the first Side of the Post.

____________________________________________

Quote from: jstefanop on May 25, 2021, 07:28:06 PM

Apollo BTC SD Card Image/OS Download and Install

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

Initial Release 5/14/21

c5dfeb7812e43df64fac2fd4dbc929ec7c78f6df513bed0d8aba81a6573bec7e apollo-btc-14-05-21.img.xz

SD Card Flash Instructions:

Download image linked above, verify SHASUM is correct
Decompress the image (should have just a .img extension when its done full size ~7GB when decompressed)
Use an easy cloner tool like etcher (etcher.io) or dd etc if your know what your doing
Insert SD card in your computer, select the the decompressed apollo.img file, and select the SD card you inserted
Flash away...this will return your SD card back to stock state

macpilot

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- Regarding the bitnodes data:

I use bitnodes to validate that my node is reachable and I get the following response (all good)"

X.X.36:8333 /Satoshi:0.21.1(FutureBit-Apollo-Node)/

The response shows that everything is good. However is there a way to change the FutureBit-Apollo-Node string? I don't think I want to advertise what software the node is running as to reduce the attack vector.

I am using the firewall to prevent all communication from other ports to the miner, but still there's potential risk that someone could try to exploit bitcoind through the open port in an attempt to break out to ubuntu root.

Are my fears unfounded? Thanks

(also on the same line is there a way to update ubuntu to the latest security patches? I don't want to run an update and risk breaking everything. The miner runs like clockwork so the less I have to mess with it the better.

Also, should I holdoff on installing TOR and LND on my own? how far is the next update :-)?

Finally I think I want to replace the 500GB for a TB, any recommendations on which one to get that will provide the performance and years of worry free operation? :-)

Thanks, I really like the miner, it's awesome!

J

Tempestblack

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OMG...OMG...OMG...@jstefanop ...I just got her up and running and she is like is Gorgeous...Gorgeous...Gorgeous... Thank you bro for sharing this astounding and wonderful invention and creation with us all... in my book you be a Crypto God... period!!!! I have not touched a Linux-based desktop or operating-related system in years so I am like wandering in a dark forest...lol...hoping not to blow myself up...lol... ok so I have a question... I know there be a warning and advisement about how to update the system correctly so that one does not wind up bricking the system...I need advice and direction as to how to proceed to update the system without stepping on a land mine and bricking her... look forward to your response or someone from your team...

For everyone else...this man and his team are gods...this baby...this device is sheer sweetness and perfection as is...Nuff said!!!...

Gags

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Hey..
Now the same funny Thing happend to me...
The Start screen password change 'over night' ...
Is this a Firmware problem or could this be a attack from the internet.

I got 2 full node miners an it happend to both of them.

Update
Problem solved...
Now I tred it from another Device and there is no Login Problem.
Maybe ist the Problem (Login) with the Cookies and/or the Browser.
Huh

And i Got another Question to jstefanop
What's about Stratum V2?
Is it possible on a apollo or is it a project for the future?
I tried but the miner dont connect with V2 Adress to the Slushpool...

Thanks.... Cheesy

mario312

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Quote from: oldman123 on June 15, 2021, 04:34:55 PM

Update: I just went and checked out the hashboard #1 unit and there are none of the yellow lights that are normally flashing on the bottom of the hashboard. The LED is solid red and the unit is cool to the touch. I will be away for an hour or so, and I will it sit as is incase any logs need to be pulled.

Did you figure out what was causing this?

Gags

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How do you do a hard reboot?
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There's a button on the bottom, I think that's the reboot Button.
But I'm not Sure....😁

mario312

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Quote from: achtung082 on May 28, 2021, 07:31:28 PM

Solid RED led after startup and one flashing green led on the board, on the last unit that will not run, seems to be bricked.

Did you figure out what caused the solid red, I think I'm having the same problem, initial rapid red then stays solid red, green led on board. Tried flashing the card, tried a brand new card in case it was the card, no changes.

mario312

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Quote from: jchotz on May 27, 2021, 03:12:13 PM

I just recd mine and plugged it in. It worked fine for a few minutes. When I changed the setting to allow me to edit the performance mode, I was prompted to Save & Restart. The machine won't restart even with a hard boot. Suggestions?

How do you do a hard reboot?

gt_addict

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Just noticed this on my Apollo.

The "DISK /MEDIA/NVME USAGE" says "391.61 GB/915.89 GB" but the node dashboard says its using 415.65 GB.

Are the two meant to be the same or am I missing something. How can the blockchain be using more than the OS says it is??

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not your keys, not your coins!

Quote from: Gags on September 24, 2021, 06:24:38 AM

Hello everyone,
is the port the same everywhere in the world?
I tried to give the device permission to find the port itself.
I got a port 6100? Which port is the right one in Europe?

Have read that the port 8333 should be correct.

It's always port 8333. Bitcoin doesn't care about your location.

Quote from: Gags on September 24, 2021, 06:24:38 AM

I also only have a maximum of 10/32 connections.
What are more connections good for?

More connections means you're seeding the blockchain to more users / nodes, so it's always good to have many connections. I have typically over 100 on my node (not an Apollo though).

Quote from: Gags on September 24, 2021, 06:24:38 AM

The miner can only mine 3Th. It doesn't matter, doesn't it?

Mining has nothing to do with the node software running on the device. It's just 2 programs in one box in the Apollo. You run a full node and a miner. Many full nodes don't mine, so the hashrate has no impact on the number of connections, no.

Quote from: Gags on September 24, 2021, 06:24:38 AM

Connections are important but whether there are 10 or 30 connections should not burden such a "small" miner?! Small and sweet... Grin

What is the reason?

No, that's not a large amount of connections, I don't think the software will allow to have more connections than what it can handle.

Gags

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Hello everyone,
is the port the same everywhere in the world?
I tried to give the device permission to find the port itself.
I got a port 6100? Which port is the right one in Europe?

Have read that the port 8333 should be correct.
I also only have a maximum of 10/32 connections.
What are more connections good for? The miner can only mine 3Th. It doesn't matter, doesn't it?
Connections are important but whether there are 10 or 30 connections should not burden such a "small" miner?! Small and sweet... Grin

What is the reason?

And another...
Can I connect 2 Full Node Miners together via USB.
If yes, what I have to do?
I dont have another network connection available my WiFi doesnt want to Connect to my Router.

Thanks guys!

p.S: China has just banned the trading of crypto. WOW!!!.

Huh

gigahashes

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FutureBit ApolloBTC @ jstefanop

Thank you, I love it. Just arrived, it’s a thing of beauty, she likes it here, let her mine for you for an hour or two with default worker ;-) , just to let you see another worker come online.

Not mined for about 3 yrs as electrickery is not good price in UK, I can warm my room and be happy now.

Your order #4352 is in the mail! Here are the items coming your way:
• 0x PRE-ORDER: Apollo BTC - A Bitcoin ASIC Miner and Desktop Class Computer running a Full Node and Much More! - Batch 2 - Ships in July
The package is being shipped via FedEx to the following address:

Best Wishes, Happiness and Many Thanks
Terry

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Quote from: jstefanop on September 22, 2021, 05:17:08 PM

Port forwarding is tied to specific internal IP address, if you switch to wifi youll get another IP address which will break that port forward. There are router settings that will tie your device to a specific IP address though.

BTW now that both Batch 1 and 2 are shipped open those ports up! Very few public Apollo nodes, we should be the #1 or #2 node on the network by now!

Hi John -

Static IPs were assigned in both cases and the rules were modified to ensure the port allocation was tied to the appropriate IP for the machine. Apparently, for some odd reason, I no longer see the error. Perhaps it took time for the inbound/outbound assignment to stick (which is weird).

Either way, the node is currently at 31/32 connections with no errors, so I'll take it. No real difference noted on the pool's (slushpool) hashrate since switching to WiFi... Perhaps a smidge lower.

Thanks again!

--c

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Quote from: chrisism on September 22, 2021, 03:15:17 PM

Here’s a weird one… I moved my node into another room and turned on Wi-Fi. Now, whenever my connections exceed 15-16, I receive the following error on the dashboard: Only inbound connections detected, please enable port 8333 on your router port forwarding rules for your Apollo IP address.

I’m using the same rules as what I had set when I was connected via LAN which, when connected, gave me the maximum connections.

The port is open bi-directional in my router.

Any ideas?

Thanks!

-c

Port forwarding is tied to specific internal IP address, if you switch to wifi youll get another IP address which will break that port forward. There are router settings that will tie your device to a specific IP address though.

BTW now that both Batch 1 and 2 are shipped open those ports up! Very few public Apollo nodes, we should be the #1 or #2 node on the network by now!

jstefanop

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Quote from: V3XED on September 22, 2021, 01:29:22 PM

Quote from: gt_addict on September 22, 2021, 11:51:45 AM

Quote from: V3XED on September 22, 2021, 10:19:32 AM

Hello @jstefanop and others,

Still have not found a solution to the following issue, and would appreciate help/insight.

My miner reports "There is a problem fetching system stats (Internal error)" at the top of the UI and is missing most system info.
- No CPU temp is displayed
- No CPU usage % is displayed
- SSD capacity and usage is not displayed
- Memory usage is not displayed.

I have tried rebooting repeatedly, and it has no effect.
(The unit is still hashing normally however)
Is there hardware damage here? Should I reflash the SD card?

Just looking for solutions, thanks!

Have you done the update to the firmware? Should be v0.3.1 on the Web UI.

Did you change the timezone on the device from default setting? If so change it back to London timezone. This is another known issue for next update.
Thanks, should have mentioned that.
Yes running 3.1, and it was running normally on 3.1 for the first month before this issue came up.

heslo

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Quote from: V3XED on September 22, 2021, 01:29:22 PM

Quote from: gt_addict on September 22, 2021, 11:51:45 AM

Quote from: V3XED on September 22, 2021, 10:19:32 AM

Hello @jstefanop and others,

Still have not found a solution to the following issue, and would appreciate help/insight.

My miner reports "There is a problem fetching system stats (Internal error)" at the top of the UI and is missing most system info.
- No CPU temp is displayed
- No CPU usage % is displayed
- SSD capacity and usage is not displayed
- Memory usage is not displayed.

I have tried rebooting repeatedly, and it has no effect.
(The unit is still hashing normally however)
Is there hardware damage here? Should I reflash the SD card?

Just looking for solutions, thanks!

Have you done the update to the firmware? Should be v0.3.1 on the Web UI.

Thanks, should have mentioned that.
Yes running 3.1, and it was running normally on 3.1 for the first month before this issue came up.

Sometimes the OTA update can cause some issues. Have you tried flashing a fresh SD card with the 0.3.1 build for good measure?

chrisism

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Here’s a weird one… I moved my node into another room and turned on Wi-Fi. Now, whenever my connections exceed 15-16, I receive the following error on the dashboard: Only inbound connections detected, please enable port 8333 on your router port forwarding rules for your Apollo IP address.

I’m using the same rules as what I had set when I was connected via LAN which, when connected, gave me the maximum connections.

The port is open bi-directional in my router.

Any ideas?

Thanks!

-c

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