Zetacoin (ZET) SHA256 Mining Pool Setup — Operator Checklist and Special-Case Checks
ZET pools should be launched with two parallel tracks: standard pool engineering (node, Stratum, payouts) and special-case verification (for example AuxPoW/merged-mining support, explorer/indexing expectations, and deposit confirmation guidance).
ZET pool setup: accounting discipline and chain-rule validation
A ZET pool is operated like any other SHA256-family pool: miners submit shares over Stratum, valid blocks are submitted by the node layer, and payouts are computed from recorded rounds. The difference is in the “verify first” items—chain rule quirks, explorer/indexing needs, and any merged-mining mechanics that change submission flow.
- Chain rules: confirm consensus behavior directly from the ZET daemon (RPC help output and testnet/staging runs) before you automate payouts.
- Merged mining check: if AuxPoW (auxiliary proof-of-work) is supported, verify template/submission behavior and document how merged mining affects your workflow.
- Stratum controls: use varDiff (variable difficulty) and port tiers so miners of different sizes produce stable share rates.
- Miner-facing trust: publish confirmation/maturity policy and make orphan handling transparent so miners understand why payouts can pause.
Building a ZET pool: platform fit and integration effort
ZET can be deployed on common pool stacks, but the best platform depends on how you want to integrate explorer data and how much custom behavior you need around block submission. We select the stack that keeps those integrations maintainable.
- Yiimp-based: a common starting point with integrated portal tooling; reference the Yiimp setup guide and then layer in ZET-specific checks.
- Miningcore: good for service separation and custom integrations; see the Miningcore setup guide if you want a cleaner API-driven setup.
- Custom stack: useful when you need a ZET-specific AuxPoW adapter, bespoke explorer API calls, or unique payout accounting.
“Merged mining” means one hash can secure more than one chain, and AuxPoW is the mechanism some coins use to validate that. If ZET supports it, verify it explicitly before launch—do not assume Bitcoin-like submission behavior.
ZET pool configuration scope from node to payouts
- ZET node layer: install/build, RPC protection, peer health monitoring, and visibility into template and submit behavior.
- Stratum + routing: port layout, vardiff tuning, ban rules, and miner compatibility testing across common ASIC stacks.
- Accounting storage: share retention, payout ledger integrity, and restore drills so you can recover without losing historical rounds.
- Payout workflow: confirmation policy, maturity holds, batching, and safeguards. Use the payout schemes comparison to choose SOLO/PPLNS/PROP behavior.
- Portal/explorer hooks: ZET landing page, miner dashboards, and explorer/indexing integration that matches the daemon’s view of blocks.
- Hardening + monitoring: segmentation, secrets handling, and procedures from the security hardening guide.
We keep a ZET staging environment for upgrade testing: daemon updates, explorer changes, and any merged-mining behavior can be validated before touching the production pool.
ZET connection strings and worker naming format
For ZET, publish endpoints and a strict username format (ZET payout address plus optional worker suffix). If you support multiple port tiers or TLS, explain which miners should use each endpoint and why.
stratum+tcp://POOL-DOMAIN:3333
stratum+ssl://POOL-DOMAIN:3443We can include a ZET-specific note that explains confirmations, maturity holds, and how the pool handles orphaned blocks in the UI.
ZET special-case checks: AuxPoW, explorers, and deposits
- AuxPoW/merged mining: check the ZET documentation and daemon RPC behavior to confirm whether AuxPoW is supported. If it is, validate how templates are built and how submissions are verified.
- Explorer/indexing expectations: decide whether you rely on a third-party explorer or your own indexing, and ensure the UI uses consistent data sources to avoid mismatched block status.
- Deposit and payout guidance: document confirmation requirements for deposits and payouts, and warn miners about sending to destinations with special rules (exchanges, custodial wallets).
ZET production cutover checklist
- ZET daemon is synced and generates templates reliably; submission logging is enabled for auditability.
- RPC is private-only and separated from public web services; credentials are rotated and stored safely.
- If AuxPoW/merged mining is in scope, it is verified in staging with documented test results.
- Stratum ports (including optional TLS) are tested across miners; vardiff behaves steadily under load.
- Payout maturity/confirmation holds are enforced and validated with small test batches.
- Database backups are proven by restore tests and a replay of at least one dashboard view.
- Public docs include connect strings, worker format, confirmations policy, and status/maintenance messaging.
ZET pool FAQ for setup, security, and operations
Does ZET support merged mining/AuxPoW, and how do I confirm?
Do not infer it from marketing or old forum posts. Check current ZET daemon documentation and test the RPC flow in staging—specifically template generation and block submission—so you know whether AuxPoW data is required.
Which RPC calls does the pool rely on for ZET block submission?
At minimum, pools depend on template generation and submission calls. We document the exact RPC methods your chosen software uses and validate them against your ZET daemon build.
How do I prevent payouts from spending immature ZET coinbase?
Enforce maturity/confirmation holds in the payout scheduler and do not sweep coinbase outputs into a hot wallet until they are spendable. Test this behavior with controlled mining rounds.
Can the ZET portal show per-worker hashrate without heavy database load?
Yes, but you must plan retention and indexing. We balance dashboard granularity against storage and query cost so worker stats remain responsive.
What is your approach to securing the ZET hot wallet?
We isolate wallet operations, restrict RPC access, store secrets outside the web tier, and document a recovery process so a compromise does not become a payout disaster.
If you want ZET deployed with AuxPoW verification and documented recovery steps, contact us for a quote.