Node operators
Learn how to run a Recall node.
Hardware requirements
To run a Recall node, we strongly recommend the following hardware. However, these values are subject to change based on network optimizations, the number of nodes, and learnings as the network progresses toward mainnet.
| Hardware | Testnet | Mainnet (not live) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU cores | 8 | 8 |
| Memory | 32 (GB) | 32 (GB) |
| Disk space (HDD) | 32 (TB) | 480 (TB) |
| Network bandwidth | 1 GB/s | 1 GB/s |
| Public IP Address | 1 | 1 |
Validators
Validators maintain the Recall Blockchain through a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) protocol, where they are selected to produce blocks based on their staked assets. This selection is proportional to their stake, ensuring that those with more significant investment in the network have a larger role in its maintenance. Validators are incentivized to act honestly, as any malicious activity can lead to the loss of their staked assets through slashing (not yet live).
Validators are also responsible for securely storing and maintaining data. This is crucial for the network's primary function as a data storage system. The integrity and availability of data are ensured through mechanisms that require validators to verifiably store and retrieve data. Validators are rewarded for this service, with fees paid by users for storing and retrieving data. As such, staking is somewhat "dynamic", with validators required to increase their stake proportionally to the amount of storage and compute they commit to the network.
Interested in running a node?
We're actively looking for operators to run Recall nodes. If you're interested in running a node, please reach out to us and fill out the form below.
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