Requirements

To operate a ChainVast validator node:

Hardware Requirements (for production network):

• CPU: 8+ cores

• RAM: 16+ GB

• Storage: 1 TB SSD

• Network: 1 Gbps bandwidth, static IP preferred

Software Requirements:

• AvaCloud Validator Image or AvalancheGo client (if self-hosted)

• Access to ChainVast RPC and explorer endpoints

• Staked INVAST tokens (minimum amount defined by governance)