Cryptocurrency Q&A
How much Solana do you need to run a node?
How much Solana do you need to run a node?
Riccardo
Mon Feb 10 2025
|
5
answers
1055
I'm interested in running a Solana node, but I'm not sure how many Solana tokens I need to have to operate one. Could someone please advise on the amount of Solana required to run a node?
5 answers
Tommaso
Wed Feb 12 2025
It is a common misconception that operating a Solana node necessitates the use of SOL, the native currency of the Solana blockchain.
Was this helpful?
394
84
CryptoVisionary
Wed Feb 12 2025
In reality, you can run a Solana node without holding any SOL tokens.
Was this helpful?
49
84
Chloe_emma_researcher
Wed Feb 12 2025
SOL is only required if you wish to engage in the consensus process, where validators cast votes to validate transactions.
Was this helpful?
163
86
DongdaemunTrendsetting
Wed Feb 12 2025
Sending a vote during the consensus process incurs a small transaction fee, which must be paid in SOL.
Was this helpful?
199
56
GeishaCharm
Tue Feb 11 2025
For those who are simply interested in running a node for purposes such as data validation or network monitoring, SOL is not a necessity.
Was this helpful?
250
84
