Run a Node

Start a CPH Core node and connect it to the live public network.

The current node path is designed for bootstrap-era operators and serious users who want to validate the network for themselves instead of relying only on the public explorer.

Node Flow

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Platform
Windows, Linux
Peer Layer
5 bootstrap nodes
Discovery
5 DNS seeds

Step by Step

How to bring a CPH node online.

The shortest trustworthy path for a new operator.

Download the candidate

Start with the current CPH Core candidate so your node matches the live public cluster and seed inventory.

Start CPH Core

Run the node and wait until it reaches a fully loaded state before checking peers or opening the wallet flow.

Connect to the bootstrap layer

Use the live DNS seeds or bootstrap nodes so your node lands on the same public network that backs cphcore.org.

Verify health and peers

Check peer count, explorer visibility, and health endpoints to make sure the node is attached to the expected network.

Typical Commands

Common commands after you unpack the current live directory.

The exact filenames may differ by package, but these are the current Windows-friendly wrappers.

Start node (Windows live dir)

.\start-node.cmd

Check peers

.\cli.cmd getpeerinfo

Check chain state

.\cli.cmd getblockchaininfo