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Monitoring and stability checks after firmware changes

Monitoring is the easiest way to protect uptime and hardware. This guide covers what to watch after firmware updates and tuning changes.

Metrics to watch

After any firmware change, watch: pool hashrate, device hashrate, watts, temperature, fan RPM, HW error rate, and reject rate.
Compare miner UI readings to pool statistics for real output.
  • A stable miner has consistent hashrate and low reject/error rates.
  • Temperature spikes usually indicate airflow or fan issues.

Alerts and routines

Set alerts for temperature, hashrate drop, fan failure and offline status.
Keep a daily/weekly routine to spot trends early (dust buildup, failing fans).
  • If you manage many units, use a farm OS or monitoring tool.
  • Capture baseline metrics for each model/room.
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Troubleshooting quick wins

If you see instability after tuning, lower power first — it fixes many issues.
If a firmware update introduced problems, roll back and verify hardware health on stock.
  • Check logs for thermal throttling and hashboard errors.
  • Inspect cables and PSU output if boards disappear.
Rollback guide

FAQ

Why does pool hashrate differ from miner UI?
Pool hashrate is averaged and depends on share timing; miner UI can be instantaneous. Use longer time windows for decisions.
What’s a “good” HW error rate?
It depends on model and firmware, but lower is better. A rising error rate usually means too much frequency, not enough voltage, or overheating.
Should I chase maximum hashrate?
Often uptime and efficiency win. Optimize for profit, not peak numbers.