Hardware and System Requirements

Published: February 2025 | Last updated: January 2026

Overview

This document outlines the minimum hardware and system requirements for running the Lynx blockchain daemon. Please ensure your system meets these specifications before proceeding with installation.

Hardware Requirements

Minimum System Specifications

• Processor: 1 CPU core

• Memory: 3GB RAM

• Storage: 32GB SSD or HDD

• Network: Broadband internet connection

VPS deployments can be downsized to 1GB RAM instances after the initial sync is complete. Even with staking enabled, VPS load remains under 1%. This will lower monthly VPS vendor costs significantly.

Storage Considerations

The specified 32GB storage requirement is the minimum needed for initial installation and basic operation. Storage requirements will increase over time as the blockchain grows. We recommend monitoring storage usage and planning for future expansion.

Supported Operating Systems

AMD Architecture

• Debian 11 (Bullseye)

• Debian 12 (Bookworm)

• Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (Jammy Jellyfish)

ARM Architecture

• Debian 12 (Bookworm)

Additional Recommendations

System Health

• Regular system updates

• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for system stability

• Regular backup of the wallet.dat file

Network Requirements

• Static IP address recommended

• Open and configurable firewall

• Unrestricted inbound/outbound traffic

Automated VPS Deployment

For rapid deployment of Lynx nodes on VPS infrastructure, we strongly recommend using the official automated installer script in the official Lynx repository. This single-command deployment tool streamlines the entire setup process, automatically handling dependencies, configuration, and initial blockchain synchronization. The installer is particularly valuable for users building staking operations, whether deploying a single VPS node or scaling to a complete staking farm across multiple servers. By eliminating manual configuration steps and potential setup errors, the automated installer significantly reduces deployment time from hours to minutes, ensuring consistent and reliable node installations across your infrastructure. This approach is ideal for both newcomers seeking a simplified setup experience and experienced operators managing distributed staking operations at scale.