First impressions of the Baikal Mini Miner ASIC device. First impressions of the Baikal Mini Miner ASIC device Connecting and configuring the Baikal Giant X10 ASIC miner
We are going to share more about the exact power numbers and additional technical details in future articles about the Baikal Mini Miner device. This article reveals our initial impressions after several days of mining, during which we were convinced that the device is really compact and reliable and does everything that the manufacturers claim. The build quality and design may not be the best, but the miner works well and it seems to be possible to stack multiple devices one on top of the other, as we saw with the example of the Baikal Quadruple Miner, which consists of four such devices stacked on top of each other. Everything in this device looks pretty impressive - except that it upsets high price, it costs about $500 or 56 DASH coins. It seems to be a little pricey, but if we compare with other X11 ASIC miners, we can see that the power consumption is much lower here, so another device will cost you more in the long run for the same hashing power. And this is not taking into account the fact that other miners only support X11, and here 5 more cryptographic algorithms are supported - thus, the device allows you to mine more cryptocurrencies.
The Baikal Mini Miner comes with its own Raspberry Pi-like mini computer module that essentially controls the device. Thus, it is not even necessary to connect it to a computer to start working.
All you have to do is plug the device into the Ethernet LAN connector, then open the web interface to control and monitor the device through a browser, and the device will start using DHCP to obtain an IP address on your network. The web interface is a modified version. The Scripta mining solutions for Raspberry Pi. The default password for the web interface is set to baikal, and the username and password for the console are set to baikal and baikal. Of course, you should change them for security reasons, but be careful when doing so.
The Scripta mining solution works stably and really well with Baikal Miner, it is easy to set up to get data about the operation of the device. There is a temperature sensor available that transmits data through the software. However, you are unlikely to be interested in this information, since the temperature of the miner is really low. Switching between each of the six supported mining algorithms is very easy. To do this, just click the button (of course, after you specify the desired pool). Software supports failover switching between pools and algorithms. Thanks to this, you can easily switch to mining the most profitable cryptocurrency.
When we talk about profitability, we must not forget that we need to make some adjustments for real conditions. Baikal Mini Miner supports six mining algorithms, but not all of them are really popular and widely used. For example, the X11 algorithm is relatively widespread, and there are quite a few X11 ASIC miners on the market, as mining this cryptocurrency is profitable. Other algorithms, such as X14 and X15, are far from being so popular, so here only new coins should be considered as profitable ones (since the power consumption for such mining is higher). Mining the Quark and Qubit algorithms can also give a good profit if you manage to catch a new coin. So in order to make good profits, you should look for new cryptocurrencies and not be afraid to take risks with them.
If you decide to take the easier route and sell your hashing power to someone like NiceHash, then you can count on a steady bitcoin profit. But the profit will not be as high as you could get by being with the right coin at the right time. Based on our experience with NiceHash along with Baikal Mini Miner, we can say that about 0.0034 BTC was received per day on the most profitable algorithms. That's about $2.08 per day, fortunately the power consumption of the device is quite low and you don't have to pay much for electricity. Overhead costs can be calculated based on the energy consumption of 1 kilowatt-hour per day. So we're left with $2 a day, or $60 a month, and it'll take us about eight months for the device to just pay for itself. This is not to say that this is a lot, especially in the world of cryptocurrencies, where so much can change in eight months. Of course, you can take risks and try to get more profit, although in the long run, your result may turn out to be either better or worse.
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Asic miner Baikal Giant X10: its characteristics, supported algorithms, setup, purchase, profitability level, pros and cons of equipment.
Previously, we reviewed a compact one that is ideal for mining at home. Today we will consider another product from Baikal - the Giant X10.
The equipment is primarily intended for mining virtual currency Dash. Of course, it is not considered the most productive, it is surpassed in terms of power by devices from competing manufacturers - and. But Asik Baikal X10 is interesting not for its power, but for the support of several. In addition to X11, you can mine the following cryptocurrencies using algorithms:
- Quark;
- qubit;
- Myriad Groestl;
- Skin.
Characteristics of the asic miner Baikal X10
First of all, it is worth noting that each of the algorithms corresponds to a different level of hashrate and volume:
| X11 | 10GH/s | 630 Wh |
| Quark | 10GH/s | 360 Wh |
| Qubit | 10GH/s | 390 Wh |
| Myriad Groestl | 10GH/s | 150 Wh |
| Skin | 5GH/s | 120 Wh |
As for the characteristics of the asic miner Baikal Giant X10, they are as follows:
| hashrate | 5–10 GH/s |
| algorithm | X11, Quark, Qubit, Myriad-Groestl, Skein |
| Energy consumption | 120-630 Wh |
| dimensions | 312x125x130 mm |
| the weight | 3.8 kg |
| working temperature | 0-40 degrees |
The case is made of aluminum, and 1 fan is used as a cooling system, located on the back of the case. The front part is represented by a perforated mesh that allows air to pass through. There are also 6 pieces of 6-pin connectors for connection, as well as a connector for an Ethernet cable.
Connecting and configuring ASIC miner Baikal Giant X10
Connecting the miner Baikal Giant X10 and setting it up to work with the pool is done as follows:
- Connect the power supply.
- Connect Ethernet cable.
- ASIC miner Baikal.
- Register for the pool.
- Create a cryptocurrency mining worker.
- Open the web interface of the miner.
- Specify options.
Purchase and price of Asik Baikal, profitability
You can buy the Giant X10 model on the official website or from retailers. To clarify the price and create an application on the official website, the user needs to contact the support service [email protected] Payment is made in US dollars. Baikal provides a 45-day warranty for the model.
The price of Baikal Giant X10 in Russia is up to 560 thousand rubles (on the Boommarket).
You can determine the profitability of Asik Baikal using a special NiceHash calculator. Without taking into account the cost of electricity, the amount of profit brought by the miner per day, as of February 25, 2018, is 1201 rubles, per month - 36005 rubles.
To determine the amount of net profit, we subtract the cost of electricity from this amount in accordance with the tariffs of the region. The amount of electricity consumed per month by the Giant X10 model ranges from 87 to 454 kW, depending on the algorithm used.
Baikal Giant X10 - pros and cons of equipment
We have combined all the advantages and disadvantages of the model from the reviews about Asika Baikal in a comparative table:
In general, asik, of course, is already losing relevance. Specifically, for the production of Dash, Baikal Giant X10 is already unprofitable. There are other models - with a hashrate of 22 and even 38 Gigahash, which means that 10 Gh / s is no longer enough. However, for mining on other algorithms, the equipment may still be interesting.
More about the Baikal Giant X10 ASIC, see the video below:
Asik from Baikal is the first miner of its kind that is able to mine currency using several well-known algorithms at once. If the complexity of the X11 protocol suddenly jumps, it will be easy to switch to other architectures that are less subject to rapid change. The declared power is 150 MHs/s, but in reality the figures are higher - 160 MHs/s. The level of energy consumption is quite low, which distinguishes the model from more expensive devices. The device has small dimensions and weighs only 500 grams, which means that you will not have problems with delivery. It is well packaged and assembled, attached detailed instructions for operation.
When machines using the X11 algorithm did not yet exist on the mining equipment market, the main ASIC models were most often produced for mining Bitcoin or a currency whose architecture was based on the SHA-256 and Scrypt protocols. Only a few types of test coins served as an exception.
The creation of such devices is a very time-consuming process, which subsequently affects their price quite significantly. One of the first devices capable of mining on the X11 algorithm was an ASIC from Baikal. With it, you can extract all types of digital money, which are based on this protocol.
The device easily accelerates to 150 MHs / s, while consuming no more than 42 watts of electricity, and has a small size. Now let's take a closer look at its characteristics.
Baikal X11 demonstrates quite standard parameters for its series:
- device dimensions -140x100x95 millimeters;
- issued hashrate - 4 chips with a capacity of 150 MHs / s each;
- interface type - you can use both OrangePi software and Ethernet;
- the weight of the device does not exceed 500 grams;
- power supply characteristics - no more than 12 volts, constant current, 5A.
The first thing that immediately catches your eye is the small dimensions of the device. The OrganePi controller is located at the bottom, the cooling cooler is at the top. Such a step ensures the stable operation of Baikal X11. To connect to the network, you need to use a power supply with the required type of plug. In this situation, a PCIe 2.5 DC adapter is best suited. It should also be noted that the ASIC interface is very convenient. It is quite simple, but at the same time functional - the device has all the necessary software for work.
Important! If you have any questions, you can refer to the guide with pictures carefully attached by the manufacturers.
Among other interesting features, it is worth highlighting the application for setting up mining. It contains the most popular and largest pools for Dash and other digital currencies based on 11 protocols. You need to fill in the columns located on the left side of the program, indicating information about the pools. Then it remains only to enter the address of your Bitcoin or other wallet, so that honestly earned funds are transferred to it.
The most famous coin that uses the X11 algorithm is undoubtedly Dash. Therefore, the first thing you should pay attention to is the pools that mine it (for example, P2PoolMining).
The device easily accelerates to 150-155 MHs / s. In certain situations, the power of Baikal x11, without any artificial overclocking or additional cooling, can reach 160 MHs/s. Impressive results, if not too much high cost devices.
The manual does not cover the point regarding the password for entering the application menu in sufficient detail. As it turned out, this word is "baikal", not everyone will guess right away. OrangePi settings are activated via DHCP, which makes it necessary for the user to use port and IP address scanners like AngryIP.
As mentioned above, the pool setup screen is intuitive and understandable, in addition, it is quite multifunctional. On it you can always see data on frequency, total operating time, power, fan speed and many other important indicators. There is also a save function installed settings with a view to their subsequent recovery.
The results of mining coins on LTCRabbit also demonstrate a truly impressive level. There was not a single failure or difference in the operation of the device. Another pleasant moment is the abundance of various pools for currency mining on the X11 algorithm. This is especially advantageous against the backdrop of an ever-decreasing number of pools mining Bitcoin. If we talk about altcoins, then the scale of their mining is only growing every day. New digital currencies instantly get into multipools, and begin to bring tangible profits to their owners.
For the ASIC control panel, the function of copying settings to OrangePi is available with the subsequent possibility of restoring them. All Baikal software is based on open source code Ubuntu, and is primarily focused on Arm processors. This news will please those who like to use the miner directly through the terminal. Some other useful options in the supplied software should be highlighted: you can add your own commands to sgminer using the convenient GUI, and also, if necessary, restart cgminer.
The team behind Baikal once again showed its focus on close cooperation with the community. During the entire production time, anyone could contact them via skype or email. In addition, they actively corresponded with users on various specialized forums dedicated to .
Speaking of the latter, it is necessary to mention the statement of Evan Duffield, made by him at one of the popular cryptocurrency events held in the spring of 2016 in Miami. According to him, the developers of the digital platform only welcome the creation of more powerful and technologically advanced ASIC devices, as this increases the degree of network security. Once upon a time, such equipment could only cause skepticism and distrust, but today the benefits of miners have become obvious. The increase in popularity is also confirmed by the increase in the performance of many crypto platforms that use the X11 algorithm after the updated mining devices enter the market.
The community reacts to the release of new devices in different ways. Some users are happy about the imminent start of sales of miners, while others, on the contrary, are dissatisfied with the increase in capacity, as this is fraught with an increase in the complexity of mining. Dash is currently trading at $320. Whether the price will go further up or, on the contrary, will start moving down, only time will tell.
One of the main features that determine the usefulness of a particular digital currency is the possibility of using it in real life. The creators of Dash are making every effort to further expand their platform. So at the previously mentioned conference in Miami, they demonstrated a vending machine that sells sparkling water and all kinds of sweets for the coins of their platform.
Summary
The Baikal X11 miner is a real proof of how the ASIC industry has grown significantly in recent years. It is easy to operate, multifunctional, energy efficient and productive. The design of the device is devoid of everything unnecessary.
Device chip manufactured according to 40-nm technological process, which means that we can safely expect a further increase in capacity with the release of more modern solutions. Even a user with little knowledge of mining can cope with setting up the equipment. In addition, the miner package includes detailed guide with illustrations.
In general, asik from Baikal is an acquisition worth the money. Of the 3 most popular professional devices to date for working on the X11 algorithm, it is Baikal that is characterized by the highest energy efficiency. Its dimensions and design make it easy to make a long mining chain. And such a wide range of functions and extraordinary flexibility of settings make this ASIC an excellent solution for both people who are just starting to study the world of cryptocurrency, and for very experienced users in this area.
