Gotcha. Plus, most do not include transaction fees in the block reward.


I think I'm picking up what you're putting down.  I don't exactly understand the role of luck beyond a "measurement" or "evaluation" tool.


As a way to try comparing PPLNS with PPS, but not necessarily payments because of the complexities of factors - such as my little S3 went down last night for seven hours.

Thanks for your accessibility and responses. I really like the 5n system - once I figured it out. I think I'll point my S9s here once they arrive from BITMAIN and give PPLNS a go.

Stupid automobile and social engineering.  That starter would buy part of an S9.

I had a typo.  I meant to say 99.1%, but your reference to 95% would lead me to think 95% in the CKPool is equal to 100% PPS in other pools because of including fees in the block?


YEAH!!!!

Can miners or pools be subject to attack?

Good to note.  I must say this 70 hours between blocks gets a little ... unpredictable on the short.


It looks like a lot of people have done that since October when you look at PH/s.  It also looks like PPS% was well below 91.9 the last few months.  As a small novice who believes in the idea of CKPool, and decrentralizations, I'd like to include others to join.  

It's good to know it takes a longer time span. It does seem to take a little while longer than I would expect to hit a block.


I think difficulty has to do with the number of miners and luck has to do with something on the blockchain.  I'm with you.  Good question.

Wow!  It seems like mining has more sunk costs than anticipated.   I do know an electrician who may take a look.  It almost seems like running 220v is the way to go, even if I do an ATX supply at first.  It would give me room to add an additional S9 before reassessing.  I only have two unused breaker openings.  Oh boy ... this is kind of like it would be like to buy an old VW bus.  


Yes.


Bummer.


Yes.  I am new. I purchased my first BTC in October, bought an S3 in December and two S9s the end of January.  I am totally new to mining.  I did take electronics in high school - which was a while ago - and remember enough to know I will hire.


Even if I do 210/220v?


This is possible in my situation with a partially finished basement.  I think it's possible.  The only problem is the breaker is in the finished part of the basement.


On the outside?


It's much appreciated.

Thanks for all of the input.  I think I will probably go with an ATX and not server PSU with your help.  

It looks like people may run a single circuit, even 110v, for their miner(s).  I'm trying to save money as I only have two S9s that I want to turn into a multi-billion dollar business (don't we all  ).  I have a limited budget.

Is there anything wrong with plugging two S9s into an existing outlet using a 1600W ATX?  If spending additional money, would you either put the money into the efficiencies or dedicated circuit?  Any chance of blowing the hashboards if not done correctly?

Thanks a BTC!

NOTE: I've added a poll and appreciate any submittals.  I admit, I currently have my S3 plugged into a power strip  

Thanks! I've had my eye on the EVGA and LEPAs. Any noticeable difference with price paid per month per unit in electricity with higher efficiency PSUs?


Hmmm... I have two S9s with the Feb 20th shipment.

Thanks for all the details in your response. I'll have to read carefully on your experiences.


I agree with safety. Where I live, it's not only my house but also my neighbor's that we concern ourselves with when it comes to fire.  In the countryside you can basically do as you please in Montana. In the City, we are allowed to do certain aspects of wiring on our own, e.g., running cable that will be reviewed, but must it be certified in order to be compliant.

I bought one of the BITMAIN psu units and realized it's for 220v and I do not want to hire an electrician.

I've looked at the ATX power supplies like EVGA 1600 series, but have also seen / heard server power supplies work.  Is this true?   

What do you think is the best way to power the Antminer S9 using 110v? 


¡Mucho gracias!

That's how economists think.  It's theoretical.  Those ingredients are there and the author referenced tulipomania, as a similar psychological bubble that would push up BTC, but the limited number of BTC makes it different longer term.


That's good news for us acquiring BTC assets because digital currencies have pragmatic advantages!  Internet shopping took a while. Now, you can buy toilet paper in Amazon pantry.  

That looks like about .1 higher than Antpool.  Are the "significant" variations outside .1 range?  Ever had a point when you couldn't pay the electric due to these unexpected variants?  

Thanks!

26.5 TH/s

I recently learned about the CKPool from a YouTube video, BitCoin Master I believe.

I like the shared fees, not-China and as a hobby miner with an S3 who is waiting for two S9s I think this is a better model than Antpool.  However, I do not understand the payout percentage.  I am sure this has been covered, but can somebody please provide the argument for a small miner using the pool and the level of predictability for payments?

Thanks!  I am happy to be joining the BTC world. 

Nevermind. I see it.

Great Answer! ----^

I don't see "t" in the equation.  This is interesting to consider a larger farm. What is bitmain's power rate? 

I'm totally new and this is not a "newbie question" but certainly helps a newbie see potential.