DigiByte (DGB) SHA256 Mining Pool Setup — Algorithm‑Aware Operations
DigiByte is a multi‑algorithm network and includes a SHA256 mining track. A DGB SHA256 pool needs the same core ingredients as BTC: stable node infrastructure, reliable Stratum endpoints, and payout/accounting logic you can audit. This page focuses on building and operating DGB pools for the SHA256 algorithm. If you’re setting up a DGB SHA256 pool, we build, install, and configure Stratum, the node/RPC layer, and payout logic—then keep it maintained with monitoring and incident response.
Running a DGB SHA256 pool without confusing miners
DigiByte is known for supporting more than one mining algorithm. For a SHA256 pool, the operator task is clarity: miners must land on the right endpoint, and your accounting must never mix traffic from different algorithms.
- Endpoint separation: label ports and docs so miners can’t accidentally connect the wrong firmware or algorithm.
- Share-rate control: VarDiff (variable difficulty) should target stable share volume for both small and large miners.
- Node correctness: keep the DGB daemon healthy and monitored; pool stats are only meaningful if the node is consistent.
- Accounting boundaries: isolate wallets and payout calculations so one configuration cannot pollute another algorithm’s ledger.
DGB stack selection: UI-driven vs API-driven pools
Both Yiimp and Miningcore can run DGB SHA256 reliably. We decide based on how you want to expose stats, automate ops, and integrate with external tooling.
- Yiimp-based: Useful when you want an out-of-the-box miner website; the Yiimp setup guide approach gets the UI and common workflows quickly.
- Miningcore: Prefer this when you want clean services and API access; begin from the Miningcore setup guide baseline and tune for DGB traffic.
- Custom stack: Choose a custom build when you need multi‑region gateways, custom authorization, or specialized reporting per algorithm.
When your brand supports multiple DGB algorithms, keep the documentation strict. Ambiguous port names create support churn and misdirected hashrate.
DGB pool build map: nodes, stratum, and accounting
- DGB full node(s): deploy nodes, supervise services, and keep RPC reachable only from the pool hosts.
- Pool core + database: share tracking, block maturity logic, and retention sized for SHA256 share volume.
- Stratum endpoints: distinct ports for SHA256, VarDiff (variable difficulty) curves, and miner docs that make the algorithm explicit.
- Payout pipeline: wallet signing, batching, and scheme selection; see payout schemes and the how to choose SOLO vs PPLNS vs PROP breakdown.
- Website UI: dashboard labels that clearly say “DGB SHA256”, plus worker pages and payment history.
- Security hardening: backups, secrets handling, firewalling, and monitoring controls (see {{A0}}).
For DGB, we pay extra attention to labels: database tables, Stratum ports, UI badges, and status pages should all agree on the algorithm context.
DGB SHA256 miner endpoints (examples you can publish)
Publish connection strings alongside a short explanation of what each port is for (standard miners, high‑hashrate farms, and any marketplace‑optimized endpoint).
stratum+tcp://POOL-DOMAIN:3333
stratum+ssl://POOL-DOMAIN:3443Support gets easier when you show one canonical example for popular ASIC firmware and explicitly list common mistakes like “connected to the wrong algorithm port.”
DGB-specific considerations when multiple algorithms exist
- Algorithm segregation: keep SHA256 shares and balances isolated from other DGB algorithms to avoid mixed accounting.
- UI labeling: tag ports, charts, and worker views so miners can see at a glance they are on SHA256.
- Wallet separation: use dedicated payout wallets per algorithm environment; don’t reuse keys across products.
- Stats reconciliation: periodically compare website hashrate charts to raw share counts to catch drift early.
DGB SHA256 launch checklist (minimize operator surprises)
- DGB daemon synced and monitored; templates refresh normally and peer health is stable.
- RPC restricted and secrets secured; only pool components have wallet access.
- Stratum ports validated: SHA256 ports accept the right traffic and reject mismatches clearly.
- VarDiff tuned to a stable share rate; bans and connection caps tested under reconnect load.
- Ledger and UI agree: balances, hashrate, and payout history reconcile against raw shares.
- Payout rehearsal completed with small-value test payouts and confirmation checks.
- Documentation published with prominent “DGB SHA256” labeling and troubleshooting for wrong-port connections.
DGB SHA256 pool FAQ for operators
How do you prevent miners from landing on the wrong DGB algorithm?
We enforce separation in three places: port design, UI labeling, and accounting. Miners see the algorithm in docs, in the dashboard, and in their worker stats.
Can you run DGB SHA256 and other DGB algorithms on one brand?
Yes, but we keep them operationally isolated: separate endpoints, separate ledgers, and usually separate wallets. That keeps support and payouts clean.
Does VarDiff matter more on DGB because of multi‑algo traffic?
It matters because share volume can swing. We tune VarDiff targets so the database load is predictable even when miner mix changes.
What’s your approach to DGB payout verification?
We run a staged test: collect shares, simulate a payout cycle, and reconcile wallet transactions with the pool ledger. Only then do we advertise the pool publicly.
What inputs do you need to start a DGB SHA256 build?
Provide your hosting plan, expected hashrate, whether you need multiple ports for farms/marketplaces, and your preferred engine (Yiimp or Miningcore).
Planning DGB SHA256 under a multi‑algo brand? Contact us and tell us how you want ports and labeling handled.