Rewards Decentralization Node

Rewards Decentralization Node installation steps

Step 1: Download and Run the Installer

1. Download the Rewards Decentralization Node software from here : https://www.frynetworks.com/fry-infastructure-node-downloads

2. Locate the FRYRewardsDecentralizationNodeInstaller.zip in your downloads folder (or wherever you saved it) and extract it.

3. Open the new extracted folder and double-click on FRYRewardsDecentralizationNodeInstaller.exe to start the installation process.

4. If prompted by Microsoft Defender or User Account Control (UAC), click Yes to proceed.

Step 2: Confirm Installation Settings

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.

Step 3: Install Node.js

1. During the setup, the Node.js Installer will appear.

2. Follow the prompts to install Node.js. This is required for the Fry Rewards Decentralization 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.

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 Rewards Decentralization Node software to run smoothly.

3. Click Next to continue.

Step 5: Skip Optional Tools Installation

• During the Node.js installation, you will see a prompt asking if you want to install additional tools (e.g., automatically installing necessary tools).

• Leave this option unchecked as it is not required for the Fry Rewards Decentralization Node software and would take additional space and time.

• Click Next to proceed.

Step 6: Complete Node.js Installation

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 Rewards Decentralization Node software.

Step 7: Restart Required

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.

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 Rewards Decentralization Node Installer to continue the installation process.

Step 8: Continue Fry RDN Installation

1. After signing back in, relaunch the Fry Rewards Decentralization 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.

Fry Rewards Decentralization Node Installation Completed

• At the bottom, you will see a confirmation: "Fry Rewards Decentralization Node Installation Completed!"

• Click Next to proceed.

Step 9: Enter Secret Phrase

1. A prompt will appear asking you to enter your Secret Phrase.

2. Carefully type your 25-word Passphrase. Locating wallet Passphrase

Important: Ensure that each word is separated by exactly one space (no commas, extra spaces, or other characters).

Security Note: Your secret phrase is stored locally only on your device, and no one, including Fry Networks, has access to it!

1. Double-check the entered phrase for accuracy to avoid errors.

2. Click OK to proceed.

Step 10: Enter Miner Key

1. A prompt will appear asking you to enter your Miner key.

2. Enter your Rewards Decentralization Node Miner Key in the format RDN-XXXXXX....

Important: Ensure that the key starts with "RDN" and matches your actual miner key.

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

Security Note: Your miner key is stored locally only on your device, and no one has access to it except for Fry Networks for registration purposes.

Click OK to proceed after entering the correct miner key.

If you enter an invalid miner key, an error like below will appear. Double-check the key and try again.

Complete Fry RDN Installation

• Once the installation is complete, you will see the Setup Wizard Completion Screen.

• The message will confirm that the Fry Rewards Decentralization Node Installer has been successfully installed on your computer.

• Click Finish to exit the installer and complete the setup process.

Next Steps: Ensure your Node is operational

Congratulations on completing the installation of your Fry Rewards Decentralization Node!

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

Ensuring Node is Operational

This page will guide you on:

• Checking for Proof of Connectivity (PoC) transactions.

• Manually testing your node’s activity.

• Troubleshooting common issues.