Running a Node
The essential guide in this section is Setup SSV Node. Other setup options are also available:
- Recreate the same setup manually with the Manual Node Setup guide.
- Use Anchor, an alternative SSV client developed by Sigma Prime. See the official Anchor documentation.
- Use eth-docker, Stereum Launcher, or Dappnode.
The rest of this section covers optional yet useful guides:
Setup SSV Node
Everything you need for a successful setup and reliable performance.
- Hardware Requirements - check that your hardware is sufficient.
- Best Practices - improve performance and reliability.
- Node Configuration Reference - advanced configuration reference.
- Manual Node Setup - manual installation guide.
Setup Sidecars
Optional sidecars that can expand functionality or improve your Operator profile.
- Enable DKG - participate in DKG ceremonies and attract more validators.
- Configure MEV - increase rewards for block proposals.
- Configure Primev - an alternative MEV-related flow that includes preconfirmations.
- Configure commit-boost - an alternative MEV-related flow that can support additional services.
- Configure SSV Remote Signer - separate key management from the SSV Node.
Monitoring
Monitoring helps you detect problems early and understand node performance.
- Dashboard Runbook - install and use the Grafana dashboard.
- Metrics Index - reference for SSV metrics.
Maintenance
Guides for diagnosing issues and maintaining your node.
- Troubleshooting - identify and fix common issues.
- Common Errors - look up common log messages and likely causes.
- Node Migration - move an SSV Node to a new machine.
- DKG Node Migration - move a DKG Node to a new machine.