# How To Run A Validator Node On Sphinx

By [Sabil Alom ](https://paragraph.com/@sabil-alom) · 2023-04-03

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Validating Transactions​

Shardeum validators perform consensus on transactions.

Shardeum validators with honest transaction consensus earn testnet SHM.

Shardeum validators with dishonest transaction consensus will have their testnet SHM slashed.

Step 1: Install prerequisites​

Open a Shell Terminal​

Access the terminal interface for Shell CLI commands:

Linux

(Press at the same time)

Ctrl + Alt + T

Mac

(Press at the same time)

Command + Space bar

(Type)

Terminal

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*Originally published on [Sabil Alom ](https://paragraph.com/@sabil-alom/how-to-run-a-validator-node-on-sphinx)*