Ensuring Node is Operational

Confirming Your Fry Node is Operating Correctly

(Token Distribution / Storage Validator / Storage Decentralization)

After setting up your Fry Node, follow these instructions to ensure it’s properly configured and functioning.

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User Interface (GUI) Note

Currently, there’s no visual interface to confirm your Fry Node’s status. The primary way to confirm node functionality is through regular Proof of Connectivity (PoC) transactions sent hourly.

A visual interface will be added in the next software update to simplify monitoring node status.

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Step 1: Complete Token Opt-In

(Required for connectivity verification)

• Open your Algorand account (e.g., Pera or Defly).

• Search for and opt into the required tokens by their asset IDs:

  • Fry 2.0 ASA: 2485314946 (optional for enhanced node verification)

  • fNODE ASA: 2485202024

Completing token opt-in ensures your account can recognize PoC transactions.

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Step 2: Verify Proof of Connectivity (PoC)

Your node sends hourly PoC transactions as technical verification. These appear in your Algorand account as transactions labeled 0.0 fNODE.

Check PoC Transactions:

• Open your Algorand account and confirm hourly transactions labeled 0.0 fNODE.

• If visible, your node is functioning correctly.

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Manual PoC Verification

If you wish to verify PoC manually:

• Navigate to the Connectivity Validation directory based on your node type:

  • Storage Decentralization Node: C:/users/*yourusername*/Documents/Fry Storage Decentralization Node/Connectivity Validation/

  • Token Distribution Node: C:/users/*yourusername*/Documents/Fry Token Distribution Node/Connectivity Validation/

  • Storage Validator Node: C:/users/*yourusername*/Documents/Fry Storage Validator Node/Connectivity Validation/

• Locate and double-click POC.BAT.

• Confirm a new 0.0 fNODE transaction appears in your Algorand account.

If visible, manual verification is successful.

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Troubleshooting Missing PoC Transactions

If PoC transactions aren’t visible after an hour, perform the following:

Confirm Token Opt-In:

• Ensure you have opted into the fNODE token in your Algorand account.

Check Algorand Account Balance:

• Ensure at least 5 ALGO is present to cover network transaction costs.

Review Node Status:

• Confirm the node is powered, connected to the internet, and running.

Inspect Configuration Settings:

• Navigate to your Connectivity Validation folder (as above).

• Open config.json with a text editor (e.g., Notepad).

• Verify your Algorand account phrase is correct:

  • Exactly one space between words.

  • No extra characters (commas, periods, symbols).

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Additional Troubleshooting (If Necessary)

If issues persist, follow these steps:

Reinstall Node Software:

• Locate the original installer file.

• Run the installer, which will prompt an uninstall of existing software.

• Proceed with the uninstall, then run the installer again to complete a fresh installation.

Carefully Re-enter Device Keys and Account Phrase:

• During reinstallation, accurately re-enter your device keys and 25-word Algorand account phrase.

• Ensure no typographical errors or extra spaces/symbols are present.

Recheck PoC Transactions:

• After reinstallation, check your account for PoC transactions.

• Alternatively, manually run POC.BAT in the Connectivity Validation folder again.

Still experiencing issues?

• Visit our Discord Community and open a ticket in the help-desk channel for further support.