Install and set up Bitcoin Cash Node on a Raspberry Pi 4

This tutorial describes how to install and set up Bitcoin Cash Node on a Raspberry Pi 4 running Ubuntu Desktop (64-bit). You'll focus on using the Bitcoin Cash Node graphical user interface (GUI) so that you can visualize processes on the blockchain and your Bitcoin Cash wallet transactions.

These instructions are intended for those who have basic knowledge of the Ubuntu environment and Linux commands.

Prerequisites

• Raspberry Pi 4 (4 GB of RAM or more)
• Ubuntu Desktop (64-bit) OS
• microSD card (32 GB or more)
• Micro USB-C power cable
• Micro HDMI cable
• Monitor with an HDMI interface
• Keyboard (USB or Bluetooth)
• USB mouse (USB or Bluetooth)
• External SSD (500 GB or more)

注記

For the data associated with the Bitcoin Cash blockchain, you should reserve at least 200 GB. Be sure your SSD is large enough to accommodate the growing blockchain if you want to keep verifying transactions for the foreseeable future on your Raspberry Pi.

• Raspberry Pi case with a GPIO fan and heat sinks (recommended)
• Reliable Internet connection