Testing Methodology

Testing focuses on repeatable setup steps, observable console output, configuration parsing, Windows behavior, and hardware constraints.

Test areas

Checks cover startup behavior, config.json syntax, CPU thread settings, huge pages and MSR availability, network and TLS errors, logging, temperatures, and common Windows security prompts.

Windows coverage

Guidance distinguishes Windows 10 and Windows 11 behavior where it matters.

Performance claims

Hashrate and efficiency vary by processor, memory, firmware, cooling, background load, pool conditions, and configuration.