Ethereum: BFGminer can’t find my NanoFury!
Ethereum: BFGminer cannot find NanoFury on Windows
As an enthusiastic Ethereum miner, I recently purchased a Nanofury ASIC unit with high hopes of increasing my mining profits. After some trial and error, I found myself stuck trying to get the machine to recognize my NanoFury ASIC unit in the Bitcoin Fog (BFGminer) software. In this article, I will share my experience and provide some troubleshooting tips that will help you overcome similar issues.
Setup
I set up my system with a fresh install of Ubuntu 20.04 on my Windows 10 PC. I installed BFGminer from the official GitHub repository, followed by the NanoFury firmware for my ASIC unit. I also made sure that the necessary drivers were properly installed and configured.
Initial Issues
After running BFGminer on my system with the NanoFury ASIC unit attached, I encountered several issues:
- No Output: Despite the software recognizing the hardware, there was no sign of mining activity.
- Mining Speed Not Increasing: The hash rate (H/s) remained the same as when using a different mining rig.
Troubleshooting Steps
To get my NanoFury ASIC unit up and running with BFGminer, I followed these steps:
- Update Drivers
: Make sure to update the GPU drivers for your NVIDIA graphics card paired with the NanoFury ASIC unit.
- Reboot System: A simple reboot can often resolve issues related to driver conflicts or incorrect settings in BFGminer.
- Check BFGminer Configuration Files: Review the bfgminer.conf file and make sure that the hardware detection options are configured correctly.
Additional Tips
If you are experiencing similar issues, here are some additional tips:
- Check Firmware Version: Check if your NanoFury ASIC device firmware is up to date by visiting the manufacturer’s website.
- Check System Compatibility: Check if your system meets the minimum requirements for BFGminer and NanoFury ASIC units.
- Disable Any Antivirus Software: Temporarily disable your antivirus software to rule out conflicts.
Conclusion
While my experience was not without issues, I am confident that with patience and persistence you will be able to get BFGminer to recognize your Nanofury ASIC unit on your Windows system. If you are experiencing persistent issues or have additional questions, feel free to ask in the comments below!
I hope this article was helpful to other miners who may be experiencing similar issues. Don’t forget to stay tuned for the latest developments and firmware updates to ensure optimal performance. Happy mining!
