Node Operations
Power the Sei Network Infrastructure
This section provides comprehensive guides for running, maintaining, and optimizing Sei network nodes. Whether you’re setting up a validator, an RPC node, or a relayer, you’ll find detailed instructions and best practices to ensure optimal performance and security.
Node Types:
Validator Nodes
RPC/API Nodes
Archive Nodes
Network Versions
Quick Start
Hardware Requirements
| Component | Recommended |
|---|---|
| CPU | 16 cores (Intel Xeon/Core i7/i9 or AMD Epyc/Ryzen) |
| RAM | 64GB DDR4 or better |
| Storage | 2TB NVMe SSD (high IOPS required) |
| Network | 2Gbps with low latency |
Installation & Setup Steps
System Preparation
1. Update and Upgrade System
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y2. Install Essential Packages
sudo apt install make gcc git jq chrony curl lz4 wget tar build-essential -y3. Synchronize System Time
sudo timedatectl set-timezone UTC
sudo systemctl enable --now chronyd
timedatectlInstall Go
Suggested Version: Go 1.22.x (Do NOT use Go 1.23.x)
Installation Steps
# Check for existing Go installation
go version
# Download and install Go 1.22.x
wget https://go.dev/dl/go1.22.12.linux-amd64.tar.gz
sudo tar -C /usr/local -xzf go1.22.12.linux-amd64.tar.gz
# Add Go to your environment variables
echo 'export PATH=$PATH:/usr/local/go/bin' >> ~/.bashrc
source ~/.bashrc
# Verify installation
go versionLast updated on