How-To

Diagnose a node that will not sync or connect to peers

A step-by-step troubleshooting path for a Malairte node that is stuck syncing, shows no peers, or refuses to make progress.

Sync the Malairte chain from scratch without headaches

A step-by-step guide to performing a clean initial blockchain sync on a Malairte node, with the settings and habits that make it go smoothly.

Open your router port so peers can reach your node

A step-by-step guide to forwarding the right port on your home router so your Malairte node accepts inbound peers and contributes more to the network.

Install and start your first Malairte full node

A complete step-by-step walkthrough to download, install, configure, and launch a Malairte (MLRT) full node on a home machine.

Keep your Malairte node online and updated long term

A step-by-step routine for keeping a Malairte full node reliably online, healthy, and on a current software version over months and years.