Hardware & System Req.

System Requirements for Bahamut Nodes

The system requirements outlined below apply to both the Sentry node and the Validator node within the Bahamut blockchain network.

Minimum System Requirements:

• RAM: 32 GB

• CPU: 8-core

• Storage: 2.5 TB SSD

Note: Minimum requirements enable node operation but may not ensure long-term compatibility with evolving network demands.

For Amazon Web Services (AWS):

• Sentry Equivalent: c5.2xlarge instance

• Validator Equivalent: c5.4xlarge instance (with unlimited credits selected)

Recommended System Requirements:

• RAM: 64 GB

• CPU: 16-core

• Storage: 5 TB SSD

• Bandwidth: 1 Gbit/s

Note: Recommended requirements ensure future-proof node operation, accommodating network advancements without constraints. For Amazon Web Services (AWS):

• Recommended Instance: m5d.4xlarge instance

For OVH:

• Recommended Instance: infra-3

Network Data Transfer:

• Expect 3-5 TB of data transferred per month as part of network operations.

Note: Always run the Sentry and Validator nodes on separate machines for optimal performance and network stability.