pretendo (OP)
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October 05, 2012, 05:44:28 AM |
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I ask because computer hardware isn't my area of expertise. I built my desktop from parts, that's about as far as my knowledge goes. is it easy to use with pools?
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crazyates
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October 05, 2012, 05:52:39 AM |
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I think the ASICs will be very similar to the FPGAs that have been in use. Plug in power. Plug in USB. Fire up mining software. You're mining.
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yrtrnc
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October 05, 2012, 06:57:49 AM |
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Yeah, pretty much plug and play according to BFL.
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ssateneth
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October 05, 2012, 07:54:14 AM |
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"out there"? You're implying ASICs are already in the hands of end users and driving up difficulty? Proof please.
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pretendo (OP)
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October 05, 2012, 08:12:24 AM |
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Does it come loaded with an operating system?
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RyanRed
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October 05, 2012, 09:37:51 AM |
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Does it come loaded with an operating system?
ASIC is just the term for the technology within the hardware itself. They will require a host computer, and software to run. The device itself does not function without being sent command to do so. Your buying hardware is all. What the future brings who knows. |
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FLHippy
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October 05, 2012, 10:09:06 AM |
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Does it come loaded with an operating system?
Dude it totally comes with windows 9 installed and you get a free steam game of your choice too. I heard from this one guy that knows a guy who's little brother already has one and he says that it is way better than a sharp stick to the eye. |
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AndrewBUD
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October 05, 2012, 11:18:03 AM |
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^ for serious? Damn, I am soo in.
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Kontakt
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October 05, 2012, 12:28:45 PM |
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Me too.
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Stephen Gornick
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October 05, 2012, 11:07:19 PM |
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I ask because computer hardware isn't my area of expertise. I built my desktop from parts, that's about as far as my knowledge goes. is it easy to use with pools?
The Avalon ASIC will probably be about as close to plug-and-play as you can get. note: host PC NOT required. LAN/WIFI connection required.
-both wired and wireless connection supported.
Perhaps there still will be tech skills necessary (e.g., updating firmware maybe, or  ) but it could be as simple as: 1.) open box 2.) plug power cord into 120V AC outlet 3.) plug ethernet cable into router, 4.) register online your Bitcoin address for payout (login using claim code sticker on side of unit) 5.) profit |
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crazyates
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October 06, 2012, 12:00:48 AM |
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I ask because computer hardware isn't my area of expertise. I built my desktop from parts, that's about as far as my knowledge goes. is it easy to use with pools?
The Avalon ASIC will probably be about as close to plug-and-play as you can get. note: host PC NOT required. LAN/WIFI connection required.
-both wired and wireless connection supported.
Perhaps there still will be tech skills necessary (e.g., updating firmware maybe, or ) but it could be as simple as: 1.) open box 2.) plug power cord into 120V AC outlet 3.) plug ethernet cable into router, 4.) register online your Bitcoin address for payout (login using claim code sticker on side of unit) 5.) profit I believe the Reclaimer ASICs will also be like this: Plug-and-play, not host PC required. |
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October 06, 2012, 01:00:08 AM |
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There's a number of people asking how user friendly the asics will be. Some even thinking they'll just sit and hash on their own.
Make's me think there's be a market for a 'mining buddy', a device with a USB port on one side, ethernet port on the other, running mining software and a web interface to configure it.
But I can't be arsed to develop one.
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October 07, 2012, 06:47:19 PM |
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Re: are the ASICs out user friendly?
No they are not
I cannot even get mine to power on
tried the various air gap power cables available in my country
ALSO the workmanship is terrible seems like there are less parts than there should be :/
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Kontakt
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October 07, 2012, 06:49:26 PM |
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There's a number of people asking how user friendly the asics will be. Some even thinking they'll just sit and hash on their own.
Make's me think there's be a market for a 'mining buddy', a device with a USB port on one side, ethernet port on the other, running mining software and a web interface to configure it.
But I can't be arsed to develop one.
That would be known as a Raspberry Pi. |
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FLHippy
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October 07, 2012, 10:34:32 PM |
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There's a number of people asking how user friendly the asics will be. Some even thinking they'll just sit and hash on their own.
Make's me think there's be a market for a 'mining buddy', a device with a USB port on one side, ethernet port on the other, running mining software and a web interface to configure it.
But I can't be arsed to develop one.
That would be known as a Raspberry Pi. I love my raspberry pi  I've never owned a more useful computer. I have owned plenty of more powerful computers but never a more useful computer. Within just a weeks time I had set it up as a media center, a completely offline bitcoin management device, a wheeled robot, and a battery powered deer trail camera with IR support and night vision. You get 20 years of linux device support in a computer the size of a credit card (no shit, it's the exact size of a CC) And all for $35! I would recommend it to anyone. No matter what you're into, you have something the RPI can do to make your life easier or more fun. |
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October 07, 2012, 10:41:20 PM |
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Re: are the ASICs out user friendly?
No they are not
I cannot even get mine to power on
tried the various air gap power cables available in my country
ALSO the workmanship is terrible seems like there are less parts than there should be :/
Graet, Could you please advise the model of your ASIC? Is it BFL, bASIC, or another? Cranky |
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October 07, 2012, 11:14:28 PM |
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There's a number of people asking how user friendly the asics will be. Some even thinking they'll just sit and hash on their own.
Make's me think there's be a market for a 'mining buddy', a device with a USB port on one side, ethernet port on the other, running mining software and a web interface to configure it.
But I can't be arsed to develop one.
That would be known as a Raspberry Pi. Wow, R-pi's are user friendly? You can just plug an asic in and it'll run!!??? |
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October 08, 2012, 12:06:20 AM |
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There's a number of people asking how user friendly the asics will be. Some even thinking they'll just sit and hash on their own.
Make's me think there's be a market for a 'mining buddy', a device with a USB port on one side, ethernet port on the other, running mining software and a web interface to configure it.
But I can't be arsed to develop one.
That would be known as a Raspberry Pi. Wow, R-pi's are user friendly? You can just plug an asic in and it'll run!!??? I just wish BAMT supported the Pi. As for other OS's and using the Pi I would suggest adding a bit more power to the USB (they are limited to 140mA by default). Here's a guide: http://theiopage.blogspot.com.au/2012/06/increasing-raspberry-pis-usb-host.htmlAlso if you like to tinker you can fudge around with the GPIO pins for further control of external devices Not to mention TURBO MODE! http://www.raspberrypi.org/archives/2008 |
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Kontakt
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October 08, 2012, 12:09:25 AM |
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They are fairly user friendly, and I do believe that there are several guides here on the forum detailing how to use a rPi with FGPAs to mine. Shouldn't be too difficult to extend that to ASIC control.
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October 08, 2012, 05:19:19 AM |
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Re: are the ASICs out user friendly?
No they are not
I cannot even get mine to power on
tried the various air gap power cables available in my country
ALSO the workmanship is terrible seems like there are less parts than there should be :/
Post a picture and i'll see if I can help diagnose any issues.  |
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