I set all my interfaces to wwan so I can connect wirelessly to the avalons.
Also while I am here I wanted to give an update on my two self upgraded units
I had one unit get damaged in shipping so I took two units and added an extra module to each one and also added an external seasonic platinum 1000 watt platinum PSU to each Avalon which is arguably the most efficient PSU in the world.
and yes I have an unused avalon module sitting on a shelf which sucks but I need to get the rest of my shipment to utilize that.
At Any rate here's some Avalon porn:
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Four Avalon Modules installed, along with an upgraded PSU - the seasonic mentioned above
one of the great things about it, is it is FULLY modular so I only need to use the cables that I need.
Installing it on the outside of the unit not only provides more Air flow but also it cuts down on interference with the susceptible USB controller.
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The same setup was done with two units, currently running 03/21/2013 firmware
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This is with the units all buttoned up nice and neat.
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The Avalon to the left has stripped holes in one of the modules because Aluminum is a soft metal and it strips easily (shipping damage) so I must lay it on its side. My next project while im waiting for the rest of my units is to build legs for it to get it off the table.
Two major factors when considering doing your own 4 module upgrade
(1) first make sure you have a sufficient PSU
(2) Proper cooling is a must or you will get frequent shut downs.
(3) Make sure to upgrade to 03/21/2013 firmware, set amount of modules to 4
(4) Either telnet or SSH to the Avalon and run this command without the quotation marks " sed -i 's/ $B / "$B" /' /usr/bin/cgminer-monitor "
(5) Go to CGMINER Configuration and add this to the bottom where it says API Allow to "W:127.0.0.1"
I am still waiting on the majority of my early batch 1 order and hopefully they get them to me soon!
Hope you enjoyed this post!
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take care
-JJ