Anyone here ever run an ASIC miner at someone else's place? My buddy wants to help me out because his electricity is super stable. He’s asking for a share of the weekly earnings. Does this even make sense? I heard about rig rental services that do something similar but not sure if it’s cool or risky.
Running ASIC Miners at Someone Else's Place
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Do you even trust him? Like, is he a friend or just some random dude? If you know him well, then sure, but it's fair to offer him a piece of the pie since he's doing you a favor.
Listen, ASIC miners are loud as hell. You can’t just set one up in a regular house or apartment. Who's responsible if something goes wrong? If you're not there regularly, be cautious. Just a heads up, mining profits are pretty low right now, so you might feel the pinch.
Yeah, I get the noise factor. But this guy's not a newbie; he’s been helping others with their miners. He’ll manage everything and I’m cool with a percentage split based on mining results, not fixed amounts.
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#5May 14, 2021, 05:11 PM
Trust is key here. If you really know and trust him, then you're good. But expecting free help? Nah, you gotta share the profits. Just make sure you’re okay with the split. If not, you can negotiate a better deal.
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#6May 14, 2021, 10:35 PM
Interesting setup! So he’s like a mini-hosting service for ASIC miners? But how does he handle the electricity costs? Does he charge something upfront or get a super cheap rate?
Even if you trust him, there’s always a risk. What if he decides to pull a fast one and steals your miners? Just seems sketchy. Better to run your own gear and pay your own bills than risk it with someone else.
Okay, but let’s get practical. What kind of equipment are we talking about? You could hire an electrician to set up a dedicated line for the miners. Buy some noise enclosures, and then you can keep all the profits solo.