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πŸš€ How to Set Up a BrinxAI Relay Node on WSL + Podman (Step-by-Step Guide)

πŸ”— Earn from Decentralized AI with BrinxAI 🌍 No need for expensive GPUs! Just set up a relay node. A detailed guide πŸ‘‡

πŸ€– What is BrinxAI?

BrinxAI is revolutionizing the AI landscape by combining decentralized networks with cryptocurrency incentives. The project deploys nodes that power a suite of AI tools, VPN, and CDN services, including image/video generation, text transformation, audio tools, and more. By integrating DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) with AI, BrinxAI creates a robust ecosystem rewarding node operators and supporting various user needs.

1️⃣ Install WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux)

Open PowerShell (Admin) and run:

wsl --install -d Ubuntu

This installs Ubuntu inside WSL. Restart your PC if needed.

After installation, launch Ubuntu and set up your username & password.

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2️⃣ Install Podman (Docker Alternative)

Inside your WSL terminal, update packages:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Install Podman:

sudo apt install -y podman

Verify the installation:

podman --version

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3️⃣ Configure Firewall (UFW) & Open Ports

Install UFW:

sudo apt install -y ufw

Allow SSH & BrinxAI's required port (1194/UDP):

sudo ufw allow ssh
sudo ufw allow 1194/udp
sudo ufw enable

Check status:

sudo ufw status

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4️⃣ Pull & Run the BrinxAI Relay Node Container

Check your system architecture:

uname -m

For x86_64 (AMD64) users:

podman pull admier/brinxai_nodes-relay:latest

For ARM64 users:

podman pull admier/brinxai_nodes-relay:arm64

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5️⃣ Start the Relay Node

Run the container:

podman run -d --name brinxai_relay --cap-add=NET_ADMIN -p 1194:1194/udp admier/brinxai_nodes-relay:latest

For ARM64, replace latest with arm64.

Confirm it’s running:

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6️⃣ Register Your Node & Start Earning!

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://workers.brinxai.com/register.php?ref=8984ec4a

Find your Public IP:

curl ifconfig.me

Go to the Worker Dashboard and add your node!

Full setup guide: https://brinxai.gitbook.io/brinxai-depin-ai/relay-node-setup/relay-nodes-setup-docker

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7️⃣ Monitor Your Node

Check logs:

Restart if needed:

Done! Your relay node is now running! πŸš€

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