Can my computer run a Grow node?

An Grow node requires resources in order to run the software properly.  Knowing the hardware requirements needed to run a Grow node is important to make sure it can provide resources to the Grow community and to ensure the node operator is able to get credit in the distribution.

Note:  Each computer/VPS can only run 1 smart node.

Computer Requirements:

An Grow node is currently extremely light in regards to memory space and does not "mine" in the traditional sense.  The Grow node software is supported by Mac, and Linux (64-bit required).  These are the current resources required for running a Grow node:

4 GB RAM
2 CPU Cores
60 GB Hard Drive

Note: These requirements are subject to change. There may be additional requirements in terms of computational capacity and speed placed on nodes in the future. More information will be released on this when it is available.

How To Run Your Node:

Once the Grow node software has been downloaded or installed, you can log in to your Grow account and the nodes you have purchased will be displayed in your dashboard.  Each time a node you license and operate completes certain actions, you earn digital rewards on the Grow blockchain.  

Grow nodes shouldn’t affect standard computer use.  However, if you are doing graphic intensive processing, you may wish to pause the node during its use.  You may always turn the node on and off as you please.  To maximize rewards, it is recommended to run as often as possible.

Only one smart node can operate per instance of a computer.  If you have purchased more than one smart node, but do not own multiple computers, you can run your smart nodes on a Virtual Private Server (VPS).

*Running Grow Nodes will not be possible until the Grow Blockchain goes live.  All who have purchased nodes before this date will be notified and receive instructions as soon as the Grow Blockchain goes live.