Blockstream's Bitcoin Satelite WWW w/ OuterNet USB Reciever.

[AlexGR]

Let's say one wants to sync the blockchain from scratch. What kind of download speeds are we talking about?

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[Searing]

Let's say one wants to sync the blockchain from scratch. What kind of download speeds are we talking about?

If it works anything like Satellite T.V. the speeds to YOU should be pretty damn fast. The speeds up to the satellite are likely modem speeds at best?

unsure. But from what I 'think' I remember from way back when.

Brad

[Searing]

Blockstream has a 'spendy' satellite solution.

I assume OuterNet that I highlighted here would still work just fine, as well as any other 'homebrew' versions.

here are the interesting links on such and speed increases

https://blockstream.com/satellite/

https://store.blockstream.com/product-category/satellite_kits/

https://cryptoslate.com/blockstreams-satellite-just-made-downloading-bitcoin-without-the-internet-easier-and-25x-faster/


What the heck, something to play with during the Pandemic and all. It's only money right?

brad

[Last of the V8s]

https://blog.bitmex.com/bitcoin-satellite/

Abstract: We have installed the Blockstream Bitcoin Satellite system, a way to download and verify Bitcoin’s blockchain via satellite, without the need for an internet connection. We were able to set up the system reasonably quickly and the satellite connection does indeed have enough bandwidth to keep the node at Bitcoin’s tip, most of the time. We conclude by establishing that although many Bitcoin enthusiasts are likely to find installing and running the system enjoyable, it is unlikely to serve any practical purpose for most users. However, because this satellite based system does have the potential to improve the censorship resistance characteristics of the Bitcoin network and defend against some forms of eclipse attacks, its existence is probably a positive development.

[Searing]

https://blog.bitmex.com/bitcoin-satellite/

Abstract: We have installed the Blockstream Bitcoin Satellite system, a way to download and verify Bitcoin’s blockchain via satellite, without the need for an internet connection. We were able to set up the system reasonably quickly and the satellite connection does indeed have enough bandwidth to keep the node at Bitcoin’s tip, most of the time. We conclude by establishing that although many Bitcoin enthusiasts are likely to find installing and running the system enjoyable, it is unlikely to serve any practical purpose for most users. However, because this satellite based system does have the potential to improve the censorship resistance characteristics of the Bitcoin network and defend against some forms of eclipse attacks, its existence is probably a positive development.

Heh, tempted, but I have not even put up the original Blockstream Thread unit! Too many 'toys' too little time!

Here is some more links in the following message for pictures and prices and such. I also updated the main page for the new unit.

From what I understand from this thread the 'old' unit of 2018 when this thread was made will also be upgraded and useable as well. So that is 'dandy'

My thanks for Last of the V8's for pointing this out on this thread. I had no 'frigging' idea!

Brad

[Searing]

Added below to the main page on this thread, for those of you set for new messages. Anyway, this is the 'toy' selling as pre-order now.

My thanks for Last of the V8's for pointing this out on this thread. I had no 'frigging' idea!

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Revised 9/20/2020 New Unit in Pre-Order with New Links below. Also supposedly the older unit below will also work with patches/upgrades
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Info on units and prices for both Pro and Reg versions below.

Blockstream Satellite Basic Kit: A consumer-grade satellite receiver, ready to connect a Bitcoin node at home. Requires a computer running Linux, e.g. a Raspberry Pi, to process the received broadcasts. Pre-sale: $279 / RRP: $299

Blockstream Satellite Pro Kit: Rack-mountable professional hardware that supports all the features of the Basic Kit, with additional dual-satellite capability for more reliable and faster data transfers, and multicasting (more on this below). Provides Bitcoin data to multiple devices on the same network. Pre-sale: $749 / RRP: $799

Blockstream Satellite Flat Panel Antenna: A flat-panel antenna array with integrated LNB offers a stylish alternative to a satellite TV dish. Users in the Asia-Pacific region should contact support to check compatibility before purchasing. Pre-sale: $179 / RRP: $199

https://blockstream.com/2020/05/04/en-announcing-blockstream-satellite-2/

A review here on the setup and how well it all works. https://blog.bitmex.com/bitcoin-satellite/

as of 9.21.2020

enjoy

Brad

[bg002h]

Nice setup OP. Did you see eutelsat-113 (over South America) went kaput. Satellite is dead.