Using Docker

Hardware Requirements

Minimum:

• CPU with 1+ cores

• 2GB RAM

• 4 MBit/sec download Internet service

Recommended:

• Fast CPU with 2+ cores

• 4GB+ RAM

• 8+ MBit/sec download Internet service

• The verifier node does not need a static IP address or open ports.

• The verifier node does not require significant storage capacity. The minimum storage needed is merely for the software and its configuration, which should be less than 100MB.

System Requirements

You need to have Docker installed on your system. Follow these steps to install Docker:https://docs.docker.com/engine/install/

Preparation of Private Key and Gas Fees

You need to create an EVM-compatible private key to operate the Verifier Node. Safeguard this private key carefully, as it is crucial for running the Verifier Node. If others delegate their Node Licenses to your Verifier Node, you will earn Delegation Fees (currently set at 1%). The address corresponding to this private key will also be used to withdraw these Delegation Fees.

Additionally, since the Verifier Node operates on the Base Chain and periodically performs on-chain verification tasks, it requires gas fees to process these transactions. Initially, you recommended to prepare 0.0005 ETH as gas fees for the Verifier Node's address, ensuring the funds are on the Base Chain.

Node License

Running a Verifier Node does not necessarily require owning a Node License, as the Verifier Node can accept Node Licenses delegated by others. However, we strongly encourage Node Runners to own a Node License and delegate it to their own Verifier Node for better control and benefits.

You can purchase a Node License at https://node.glacier.io/ and delegate it to your Verifier Node.

Run A Node

Run the following command with YOUR_PRIVATE_KEY

docker run -d -e PRIVATE_KEY=$YOUR_PRIVATE_KEY --name glacier-verifier-mainnet docker.io/glaciernetwork/glacier-verifier:v0.1.0

Your node should be ready to go!.

Visit Node Explorer

The online status of the verifier nodes on the mainnet can be checked here: https://node.glacier.io/