# Storage Validator Node

#### **Step 1: Download and Run the Installer** <a href="#sswbl5uu62k" id="sswbl5uu62k"></a>

1. Download the Storage Validator Node software from here : <https://www.frynetworks.com/fry-infastructure-node-downloads>
2. Locate the `FRYStorageValidatorNodeInstaller.zip` in your downloads folder (or wherever you saved it) and extract it.&#x20;
3. Open the new extracted folder and double-click on `FRYStorageValidatorNodeInstaller.exe`  to start the installation process.
4. If prompted by **Microsoft Defender or User Account Control (UAC)**, click **Yes** to proceed.

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#### **Step 2: Confirm Installation Settings** <a href="#uaalma8c9aeh" id="uaalma8c9aeh"></a>

1. Once the installer starts, follow the prompts on the screen.
2. Review the default settings for installation. The installation path is predefined and cannot be edited.
3. Click **Next** to proceed.

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#### **Step 3: Install Node.js** <a href="#kfcvmrz6f98e" id="kfcvmrz6f98e"></a>

1. During the setup, the **Node.js Installer** will appear.
2. Follow the prompts to install Node.js. This is required for the Fry Storage Validator Node software to function.
3. Accept the terms and conditions, and click **Next**.
4. Allow the installer to proceed and complete the Node.js installation.

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**Step 4: Configure Node.js Installation**

1. On the **Node.js Setup Wizard**, choose the default settings (recommended) or customize them if needed.
2. Ensure the necessary components are selected for the Fry Storage Validator Node software to run smoothly.
3. Click **Next** to continue.

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#### **Step 5: Skip Optional Tools Installation** <a href="#y67g375selas" id="y67g375selas"></a>

* During the Node.js installation, you will see a prompt asking if you want to install additional tools (e.g., automatically installing necessary tools).&#x20;
* Leave this option **unchecked** as it is not required for the Fry Storage Validator Node software and would take additional space and time.
* Click **Next** to proceed.

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#### **Step 6: Complete Node.js Installation** <a href="#m7f3qdomavkh" id="m7f3qdomavkh"></a>

1. Once Node.js is installed successfully, you will see a confirmation screen.
2. Click **Finish** to close the Node.js installer.
3. Node.js is now ready for use with the Fry Storage Validator Node software.

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#### **Step 7: Restart Required** <a href="#iz2o2q6837wj" id="iz2o2q6837wj"></a>

1. After completing the Node.js installation, a prompt will appear asking you to **sign out** to complete the configuration. Make sure to save anything you have open.&#x20;
2. Click **OK** to sign out of your user account.
3. **Important**: After signing out, sign back in to your Windows account.
4. Once signed back in, relaunch the **Fry Storage Validator Node Installer** to continue the installation process.

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#### **Step 8: Continue Fry SVN Installation** <a href="#of4nbyf5u8iw" id="of4nbyf5u8iw"></a>

1. After signing back in, relaunch the **Fry Storage Validator Node Installer**.
2. Click **Next** and follow the on-screen prompts to proceed with the installation.
3. The installer may verify configurations and dependencies before continuing.

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#### **Fry Storage Validator Node Installation Completed** <a href="#w25ptgesf9xa" id="w25ptgesf9xa"></a>

* At the bottom, you will see a confirmation: **"Fry Storage Validator Node Installation Completed!"**
* Click **Next** to proceed.&#x20;

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#### **Step 9: Enter Secret Phrase** <a href="#jqn3rpk1c9h9" id="jqn3rpk1c9h9"></a>

1. A prompt will appear asking you to enter your **Secret Phrase**.
2. Carefully type your 25-word Passphrase. [Locating Account Passphrase](https://docs.frynetworks.com/docs/devices/bandwidth-satellite-decibel-mini-pc-device/troubleshooting/how-to-locate-your-algorand-account-phrase-in-pera)\
   **Important**: Ensure that each word is separated by **exactly one space** (no commas, extra spaces, or other characters).

{% hint style="info" %} <mark style="color:red;">**Security Note: Your secret phrase is stored locally only on your device, and no one, including Fry Networks, has access to it!**</mark>
{% endhint %}

1. Double-check the entered phrase for accuracy to avoid errors.
2. Click **OK** to proceed.&#x20;

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**Step 10: Enter Device Key**

1. A prompt will appear asking you to **enter your Device key**.
2. Enter your **Storage Validator Node Device Key** in the format SVN-XXXXXX....\
   **Important**: Ensure that the key starts with **"SVN"** and matches your actual miner key.

***Recommended***: *Copy and paste your device key directly to avoid mistakes or typos*.

{% hint style="info" %} <mark style="color:red;">**Security Note: Your device key is stored locally only on your device, and no one has access to it except for Fry Networks for registration purposes.**</mark>
{% endhint %}

Click **OK** to proceed after entering the correct miner key

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{% hint style="warning" %}
*<mark style="color:red;">**If you enter an invalid device key, an error like below will appear. Double-check the key and try again.**</mark>*
{% endhint %}

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**Complete Fry SVN Installation**

* Once the installation is complete, you will see the **Setup Wizard Completion Screen**.
* The message will confirm that the Fry Storage Validator Node Installer has been successfully installed on your computer.
* Click **Finish** to exit the installer and complete the setup process.

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## **Next Steps: Ensure your Node is operational**

Congratulations on completing the installation of your Fry Storage Validator Node!&#x20;

To ensure your node is operating correctly, head over to :

{% content-ref url="../ensuring-node-is-operational" %}
[ensuring-node-is-operational](https://docs.frynetworks.com/docs/nodes/ensuring-node-is-operational)
{% endcontent-ref %}

This page will guide you on:

* Checking for Proof of Connectivity (PoC).
* Manually testing your node’s activity.
* Troubleshooting common issues.