From d67d5c93f664703b895e8d957e15e09b120605f4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: JayDDee Date: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 00:54:26 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Created Using cpuminer-opt (markdown) --- Using-cpuminer-opt.md | 15 +++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 15 insertions(+) create mode 100644 Using-cpuminer-opt.md diff --git a/Using-cpuminer-opt.md b/Using-cpuminer-opt.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ead294d --- /dev/null +++ b/Using-cpuminer-opt.md @@ -0,0 +1,15 @@ +cpuminer-opt is a command line program windows users should be familiar with using the +command prompt of Powershell. Simple BAT files can be created or a cpuminer config file +can be used to simplify usage. There are many tutorial and examples available on the web. + +Users should also be familiar with their CPU's architecture and features. + +Windows binary files are named for the specific CPU architecture they were compiled for. +See README.txt for details. + +Linux users must compile from source, see Compiling Wiki page. + +cpuminer-opt uses standard unix command line syntax and CLI options similar to ccminer and other forks of cpuminer. See CLI options Wiki page for a detailed description of important options. + +CPU mining puts a lot of stress on a CPU and generates a lot of heat. Monitor CPU temerature and ensure +adequate cooling. Mining with any device with a battery or tiny PCs with poor airflow is not recommended.