Deciphering the CGMiner interface in terminal: Beginner Guide
As a newcomer in cryptocurrency extraction, you may have encountered the CGMiner interface in your terminal after installing the software to extract your MAC. This is a starting point for most mining pools and platforms, but what does it mean? In this article, we will break down the CGMiner interface, its components and how to navigate it.
What is CGMiner?
CGMiner is a popular mining software used to extract cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and others. This is an interface of the command line (CLI) that allows users to configure their mining platforms with ease.
CGMiner interface in terminal
When you start CGMiner for the first time, you will see the following window:
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$ cgminer
`
This is the main window of CGMiner. Here is a breakdown of its components:
* LOGO CGMINER : The top angle shows the CGMiner logo.
* Information about the mining pool :
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Name of the pool : shows the name of your mine pool (for example “Bitcoinpool.com”).
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server list : List of the servers you are connected to the pool. Each server is represented by a small icon and the respective IP address.
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Status : The current status of your mine operation, including whether it is online or offline.
* Settings :
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Interface : Selects the interface you want to use (eg “English” for English -language users).
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Edit Settings : Allows you to change settings such as the GPU temperature threshold and other advanced options.
* yield information :
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Hashrate : shows your current hash output in a second (h/s) or gigashhes per second (GH/s), depending on the cryptocurrency you use.
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Block prize : shows the reward of the block for your current extraction operation, which is usually a constant value for a particular cryptocurrency.
Navigating through CGMiner
To get started with CGMiner, follow these steps:
- Start CGMiner and select “Settings Edit” to customize your interface preferences.
- In the “Interface” section, select your preferred language (eg English).
- Click “yield information” to see your current extraction output and block the prize.
General Commands CGMiner
Here are some general commands you will meet while using CGMiner:
Miner -h: Shows the MINER command message.
Miner -help: shows the message of help for a specific option or argument.
Miner -pool: Connects to your mine pool and begins to extract.
Tips and Tricks
- Make sure you have the most version of CGMiner installed in your system.
- Use the
-q-Miner command to increase the output multiple.
- Experiment with different options and settings to optimize your mining indicators.
With this guide, you are now ready to move through the CGMiner interface and start using it to extract cryptocurrencies. Happy yield!
