Just a quick note that I finally sat down and updated the hardware, Linux, and Windows sections of my Ethereum mining guide today, bringing everything up-to-date with current best practices. The Linux setup guide especially deserves your attention if you set up your own rig in the recent past and have noticed a slow degradation […]
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Recent Ubuntu release causing issues with AMD 17.x drivers
August 14th, 2017 
CryptoBadger Update 8/27: Reports are coming in that this issue has been resolved with the latest AMD drivers (17.30-465504). Reader Zelda brought this advisory from AMD to my attention: it describes some serious issues with Ubuntu 16.04.3 and the latest (17.x) versions of AMD’s GPU drivers. Some of you have written in recently describing black screens […]
Build your own Ethereum Mining Rig, part 5: FAQ
May 16th, 2017 CryptoBadger In this fifth and final installment of our Ethereum mining rig guide, I answer some common questions about setting up your own rig, profit expectations, and mining in general. If you’ve read the rest of the guide and still have some unanswered questions, you might find what you’re looking for here. Hit the “read more” button for the […]
Build your own Ethereum Mining Rig, part 4: Optimization
April 20th, 2017 CryptoBadger This fourth installment of our Ethereum mining guide will focus on optimizing your rig’s performance via GPU clock speed and voltage setting tweaks to achieve maximum efficiency. The tweaks that I outline in this article are applicable whether you’re using Linux or Windows. If you’re using the hardware that was recommended in the first part of this […]
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209 Comments »Build your own Ethereum Mining Rig, part 3: Windows Setup
April 11th, 2017 CryptoBadger No doubt some of you saw the Ethereum mining guide for Linux that I published last week and balked at all of that “command-line nonsense”. Linux isn’t everyone’s thing, and that’s ok—if Windows is your OS of choice, then this guide is for you! While Linux offers some significant advantages when it comes to GPU mining, Windows […]
Build your own Ethereum Mining Rig, part 2: Linux Setup
April 6th, 2017 CryptoBadger In this second installment of our DIY Ethereum mining guide, we’ll look at how to install and configure Linux to setup your rig as an automated, remotely-manageable appliance. Don’t be dissuaded if you’ve never used Linux before—our step-by-step guide makes it simple! Why Linux over Windows? First, it’s free—and saving ~$100 on the operating system is […]
Build your own Ethereum Mining Rig, part 1: Hardware
April 6th, 2017 CryptoBadger It’s finally time for an update to my popular 2013 Litecoin mining guide! It’s four years later, and Ethereum mining is where it’s at for GPU miners, so that’s what I’ve focused on. I’ve kept the same format and detail level as my old guide, so if you were around back then, you’ll know what to expect. If […]
Undervolting in Linux via modified video BIOS
October 10th, 2013 CryptoBadger For a long time, I’ve held off on writing a guide about modifying your video BIOS for the purpose of lowering voltage. Undervolting has the potential to reduce power draw by about 50 watts per GPU, so it’s easy to understand the appeal—you’ll see a significant savings on your electricity bill if you’re running a […]
Guide: Cryptocurrency Wallet Security
May 16th, 2013 CryptoBadger So you’ve built your own mining rig, you’ve mastered the art of trading for profit on the cryptocurrency exchanges, but you haven’t given much thought to securing your digital fortune against theft and accidental loss? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Wallet security isn’t exactly a glamorous topic. In fact, many of you might even assume […]
Build your own Litecoin Mining Rig, part 4: Optimization
April 22nd, 2013 CryptoBadger This fourth installment of our litecoin mining guide will focus on getting the most out of your hardware—finding the sweet spot between maximum performance and acceptable power usage (and noise/heat generation!). The tweaks that I outline in this article are applicable whether you’re using Linux or Windows. If you’re using the hardware that was recommended […]
