# Running an Elixir Validator Node on RapidNode 🚀

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**Published on:** 2024-09-03
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Elixir Network is transforming decentralized liquidity management by offering a modular DPoS network designed specifically for orderbook exchanges. By running an Elixir Liquidity Node, you contribute to the network's efficiency and liquidity depth while potentially earning rewards. This guide will walk you through the steps to set up your Elixir Liquidity Node on RapidNode.Step 1: Log In to RapidNode & Add Credits 💰Sign Up on RapidNode: If you haven't already, create an account on the RapidNode Platform. Add Credits: Go to the “Account” section and add credits to your account. These credits will be used for purchasing and maintaining your Elixir Liquidity Node.Add CreditsStep 2: Purchase an Elixir Liquidity Node 💳Go to the Dashboard PageChoose Elixir NodeAssign a Moniker Name (a unique identifier) to your nodeSelect Duration for which you want to run your nodeComplete Purchase and check the "Active Nodes" section to monitor the status of your node’s deploymentPurchase NodeStep 3: Finalize Node SetupImport Your Private Keys: You can go to the active node tab andAccess the Elixir Dashboard: After your node is deployed, click “Visit Node” to open the Elixir Dashboard.To stake your tokens, you need a minimum of 0.01 Sepolia ETH. Claim Sepolia ETH using one of these faucets:Google FaucetInfura FaucetMint MOCK Tokens: In the Elixir Dashboard, locate the “Mint” section and click on “Mint 1000 MOCK” to generate your MOCK tokensStake Your MOCK Tokens: Go to the “Stake” section in the Elixir Dashboard and stake 1000 MOCK tokens.Stake TokensStep 4: Delegate to Your Validator 🤝Once you have staked your tokens, you can delegate the tokens to your custom validator. To it by doing the following:Click on “Custom Validator”Enter your address given by RapidNodeClick on “Delegate”Delegate TokensStep 5: Monitor Your Node 👀To monitor your node’s performance, visit UptimeKuma. Click the “Monitoring” button to view your login credentials and check your node’s status.Monitor NodeThank you for setting up your Elixir Node on RapidNode! You're now part of an innovative solution enhancing liquidity in the decentralized space. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please reach out via our Discord channel or consult our FAQ section on the website Happy Deploying!

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