ANTMINER S4+ Discussion and Support Thread

[dimke_yu]

Do you have .img with older firmware to burn on to microsd? If not I will provide with the link...

I've tried the April 2nd images here: https://bitmain.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205145945-S4-Firmware

But they've been updated to July 15th firmware. The link descriptions are wrong, unfortunately. If you (or anyone) have a copy of the actual April 2nd image, I'd greatly appreciate it!!

I see...

Here is complete .img file that you will need to burn directly to microSD

https://mega.co.nz/#!o19WABbB!UkyQEKz9_h2kopxtS74CO_hiaA6t_x6eji497BnIfG4

It is based on 04022015 firmware...

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[Prelude]

Do you have .img with older firmware to burn on to microsd? If not I will provide with the link...

I've tried the April 2nd images here: https://bitmain.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205145945-S4-Firmware

But they've been updated to July 15th firmware. The link descriptions are wrong, unfortunately. If you (or anyone) have a copy of the actual April 2nd image, I'd greatly appreciate it!!

I see...

Here is complete .img file that you will need to burn directly to microSD

https://mega.co.nz/#!o19WABbB!UkyQEKz9_h2kopxtS74CO_hiaA6t_x6eji497BnIfG4

It is based on 04022015 firmware...

You got that link from zendesk that I linked, no? I've tried that image file, it's been updated to July 15th. I know the description says April 2nd and so does the file name, but booting off of the SD card reveals the image to be the latest July 15th firmware unfortunately.

[dimke_yu]

No that is not from bitmain zendesk... that is image that I made personally, also if you look you will see that my image has .img extension where as on zendesk is .imgc

[Prelude]

This is your download link: https://mega.co.nz/#!o19WABbB!UkyQEKz9_h2kopxtS74CO_hiaA6t_x6eji497BnIfG4

And the link on zendesk   : https://mega.co.nz/#!o19WABbB!UkyQEKz9_h2kopxtS74CO_hiaA6t_x6eji497BnIfG4

Same link.. I guess they took your link and posted it there. I don't understand why I'm getting "File System Version   Wed Jul 15 16:17:04 CST 2015" when I boot off of it. Maybe the controller card's firmware is overriding it? It is definitely booting off of it though because my pool settings are gone and back to bitmain's default when the SD card is installed. Weird...

Thanks for trying to help, I appreciate it.

[dimke_yu]

Yup you are right I totally dismissed first link on zendesk, they are the same. Well I tried to help you out you are a fellow miner
As for my image I know for sure that it was made with first version of firmware which you would have from first batches of the device.
Definitely weird behavior on your device...

[yochdog]

Hoping someone can help me out here.....

I plug in the machine, the PSU fan spins, but the main fans and ethernet port never come on.

Has anyone else experienced this?  Is there a solution? 

[dogie]

Hoping someone can help me out here.....

I plug in the machine, the PSU fan spins, but the main fans and ethernet port never come on.

Has anyone else experienced this?  Is there a solution? 

Either your mains voltage isnt ~190V+, PSU is in overheat protection mode or there's an internal short. 1. and 2. are easy to check, 3. requires opening up the case and doing a visual inspection.

[yochdog]

Hoping someone can help me out here.....

I plug in the machine, the PSU fan spins, but the main fans and ethernet port never come on.

Has anyone else experienced this?  Is there a solution? 

Either your mains voltage isnt ~190V+, PSU is in overheat protection mode or there's an internal short. 1. and 2. are easy to check, 3. requires opening up the case and doing a visual inspection.

my voltage is 205v+, so I know it is not that.

Why would the PSU be in protection mode on a brand new machine, just out of box?

What should I look for inside?.....I did open one, and nothing looked amiss. 

[dogie]

Hoping someone can help me out here.....

I plug in the machine, the PSU fan spins, but the main fans and ethernet port never come on.

Has anyone else experienced this?  Is there a solution? 

Either your mains voltage isnt ~190V+, PSU is in overheat protection mode or there's an internal short. 1. and 2. are easy to check, 3. requires opening up the case and doing a visual inspection.

my voltage is 205v+, so I know it is not that.

Why would the PSU be in protection mode on a brand new machine, just out of box?

What should I look for inside?.....I did open one, and nothing looked amiss. 

Pieces of metal floating about on the hashing boards would cause it, can be diagnosed by giving the thing a good shake / turning over and listening. Check if any of the PSU cables appea to be cut / damaged, or anything on the terminals of the PSU appearing to be short.

[cargir]

Good afternoon friends Bitmain, acquired with you within 3 months one Antminer S4 +, two days ago, the antminer starr but not stable, and after 1 hour, or turned on or off with low hashing. which could be the problem? the PSU?

AntMiner S4+ available for global sales on April 20th

Introducing the newest miner from Bitmain, the AntMiner S4+. More powerful and efficient than its predecessor, the S4+ packs quite a punch!

Sales Information

The S4+ will be available for purchase at 4:00PM (GMT +8) on April 20th, shipping within one week after full payment, and can be ordered from www.bitmaintech.com (payment by Bitcoin or USD wires). For questions on larger orders, please email info@bitmaintech.com.
Payment by credit card can be done on DHGate which will be open soon.

S4+ Specifications:

• Hashrate: 2570GH ±5%
• Power consumption: 1480W at the wall
• Power efficiency: 0.58J/GH
• # of Chips: 204x BM1382
• # of hash boards: 4
• Hash board structure: String design
• PSU built-in: 1600W (205V - 264V AC)
• LCD: No
• Buzzer: No
• Certificates: CE/FCC
• The S4+ retains the same dimensions as the original S4, in a rack-mountable 3U sized case.

Please note:
1. The included PSU cannot be used in countries with a mains power voltage lower than 205V. The PSU will not start below this voltage.
2. The PSU is designed by Bitmain. The headache around the S4 PSU will not happen again.
3. Please prepare the power cord by yourself.
4. Please be aware this mining rig is very noisy (70dB).
5. The product is new from the factory, but due to testing periods and the unstable air quality around the factory, there may be dust on the machine when you receive it.

Comparison

	AntMiner S4	AntMiner S5	AntMiner S4+
Chip	160x BM1382	60x BM1384	204x BM1382
Hashrate	2000GH/s	1155GH/s	2570GH/s
Power Consumption	1380W	590W	1500W
Power Efficiency	0.69J/GH	0.51J/GH	0.58J/GH
Dimensions	432mm*442mm*133mm	298mm*137mm*155mm	432mm*442mm*133mm
Weight (boxed)	16.2kg	3.5kg	14.4kg

Photos
http://www.dogiecoin.com/bitmain-antminer-s4---360-degree-view.html
https://i.imgur.com/QVwXmXs.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/LWkysye.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/RBza79Q.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/9SVNinK.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/lZWRy64.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/noq0vvz.jpg

[yochdog]

Anyone know what a solid green light on the machine indicates?

[FUTURAMA]

I have a problem with my S4 + , as I can fix it?  

http://imageshack.com/a/img661/1783/5I4Qsr.jpg

[notlist3d]

I have a problem with my S4 + , as I can fix it?  

Can you tell us more.  Did you get it like that?  Did it just start like that?

We need a lot more info.   Just one picture is hard to help on.

[hawkfish007]

Unplug and restart the system, mine acted like that once and it solved the problem.

I have a problem with my S4 + , as I can fix it?  

[FUTURAMA]

I have a problem with my S4 + , as I can fix it?  

http://imageshack.com/a/img661/1783/5I4Qsr.jpg

Can you tell us more.  Did you get it like that?  Did it just start like that?

We need a lot more info.   Just one picture is hard to help on.

The s4 + Bitmain buy direct , but I get hit all the bases and holding up cards because loose bolts were broken .
I could weld screws and assemble the s4 + and put it to work full functioned 4 cards, but the restart because the electricity went only worked three cards and turned it off and turn and only 2 cards this time work.

[notlist3d]

I have a problem with my S4 + , as I can fix it?  

Can you tell us more.  Did you get it like that?  Did it just start like that?

We need a lot more info.   Just one picture is hard to help on.

The s4 + Bitmain buy direct , but I get hit all the bases and holding up cards because loose bolts were broken .
I could weld screws and assemble the s4 + and put it to work full functioned 4 cards, but the restart because the electricity went only worked three cards and turned it off and turn and only 2 cards this time work.

They have not sold for a bit on direct I don't think on S4+.   Are you just getting it and saying direct?

Also you might show pictures of the "weld screws".

[FUTURAMA]

Also you might show pictures of the "weld screws"

http://imageshack.com/a/img909/7851/dEW4uI.jpg

http://imageshack.com/a/img538/2946/kuPE0Y.jpg

[notlist3d]

Also you might show pictures of the "weld screws"

Are you saying you recently bought it you said "The s4 + Bitmain buy direct , but I get hit all the bases and holding up cards because loose bolts were broken".  If those needed welded it would take one heck of a hit.

I'm confused if it's something you have had or a new miner to you?

[FUTURAMA]

Also you might show pictures of the "weld screws"

http://imageshack.com/a/img909/7851/dEW4uI.jpg

http://imageshack.com/a/img538/2946/kuPE0Y.jpg

Are you saying you recently bought it you said "The s4 + Bitmain buy direct , but I get hit all the bases and holding up cards because loose bolts were broken".  If those needed welded it would take one heck of a hit.

I'm confused if it's something you have had or a new miner to you?

These s4 + I buy  direct from Bitmain is more , I give eight coupons of S7 in this forum here .

The fault was the safest shipping company .

[notlist3d]

Also you might show pictures of the "weld screws"

Are you saying you recently bought it you said "The s4 + Bitmain buy direct , but I get hit all the bases and holding up cards because loose bolts were broken".  If those needed welded it would take one heck of a hit.

I'm confused if it's something you have had or a new miner to you?

These s4 + I buy  direct from Bitmain is more , I give eight coupons of S7 in this forum here .

The fault was the safest shipping company .

I did not think they sold these in a while on main site.  If you truly just got from bitmain I would contact them for warranty.  But I'm guessing you have had them and there is a miss communication.

I think there might be a language barrier.  Are you saying you just received this miner from bitmain?  Or saying you have been running it a while?