MIM Bootstrap Installation Guide

Complete step-by-step guide to deploy your Digibyte mining infrastructure

What is MIM Bootstrap?

MIM Bootstrap is an automated deployment tool that sets up a complete Digibyte mining infrastructure in just 10-15 minutes. It handles everything from blockchain node configuration to mining pool setup, eliminating hours of manual work.

What You'll Get:

  • Digibyte Core 8.26.1 - Full blockchain node with pruning options
  • Mining Core - SHA256 mining pool software
  • PostgreSQL 18 - Database for pool statistics
  • AxeOS Dashboard - Monitor your miners in real-time
  • MIM Dashboard - Infrastructure management interface
  • Dozzle - Container log viewer
  • Watchtower - Automatic container updates

Server Requirements:

  • OS: Ubuntu Server 24 or 25 (minimal install recommended)
  • CPU: AMD64 or ARM64 Architecture, N150 or better
  • Memory: 16 GB or more
  • Swap: 20 GB minimum, 50GB maximum recommended
  • Storage: 65 GB minimum (1 TB recommended for full node)
  • Network: Stable internet connection

ARM64 Support: All components run natively on ARM64. Mining Core will run in QEMU emulation with minor performance impact.

1Ubuntu Server 25 Installation

These screenshots walk you through a minimal Ubuntu Server 25 installation. This provides a clean, optimized base for your mining infrastructure.

Important: Use the minimized installation option. This reduces disk usage and eliminates unnecessary packages, leaving more resources for mining operations.

Step 1: Boot from Ubuntu Server ISO

Ubuntu Server boot screen

Boot from the Ubuntu Server installation media

Step 2: Select Language

Language selection

Choose your preferred language for the installation

Step 3: Keyboard Configuration

Keyboard layout selection

Select your keyboard layout

Step 4: Installation Type

Installation type selection

Select "Ubuntu Server (minimized)" for optimal performance

Step 5: Network Configuration

Network settings

Configure network settings (DHCP is fine for most setups)

Step 6: Proxy Configuration

Proxy settings

Leave blank unless you're behind a corporate proxy

Step 7: Mirror Selection

Ubuntu archive mirror

Use default mirror or choose one closest to your location

Step 8-10: Storage Configuration and Summary

Storage configuration screen 1

Storage configuration - Use entire disk (default option works well)

Storage configuration screen 2

Storage layout confirmation

Storage summary

Review partition layout and confirm to continue

Step 11: Profile Setup

User profile creation

Create your admin user account

Step 12: SSH Setup

SSH configuration

Important: Install OpenSSH server (required for remote management)

Step 13: Featured Server Snaps

Server snaps selection

Skip all snaps - we'll use Docker instead

Step 14: Installation Progress

Installation in progress

Wait for installation to complete (typically 5-10 minutes)

Step 15: Installation Complete & Reboot

Installation complete and login

Remove installation media, reboot, and login with your account

Success! Ubuntu Server is now installed. You can now SSH into your server from another computer for easier command entry.

2Docker Installation

Docker is required to run MIM Bootstrap and all the mining infrastructure containers. Follow these official Docker installation steps:

Remove Old Docker Versions (if any)

sudo apt-get remove docker docker-engine docker.io containerd runc

Update Package Index

sudo apt-get update

Install Prerequisites

sudo apt-get install ca-certificates curl

Add Docker's Official GPG Key

sudo install -m 0755 -d /etc/apt/keyrings sudo curl -fsSL https://download.docker.com/linux/ubuntu/gpg -o /etc/apt/keyrings/docker.asc sudo chmod a+r /etc/apt/keyrings/docker.asc

Add Docker Repository

echo \ "deb [arch=$(dpkg --print-architecture) signed-by=/etc/apt/keyrings/docker.asc] https://download.docker.com/linux/ubuntu \ $(. /etc/os-release && echo "$VERSION_CODENAME") stable" | \ sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/docker.list > /dev/null

Update Package Index Again

sudo apt-get update

Install Docker Engine

sudo apt-get install docker-ce docker-ce-cli containerd.io docker-buildx-plugin docker-compose-plugin

Verify Docker Installation

sudo docker run hello-world
Success! If you see "Hello from Docker!" message, Docker is properly installed.
Note: For complete Docker installation documentation and troubleshooting, visit: https://docs.docker.com/engine/install/ubuntu/

3Launch MIM Bootstrap

Now that Ubuntu and Docker are installed, you're ready to launch MIM Bootstrap.

Create the /data Directory

Create the directory where all mining infrastructure data will be stored:

sudo mkdir -p /data

Pull the MIM Bootstrap Image

sudo docker pull ghcr.io/mmfpsolutions/mim-bootstrap:latest

Run MIM Bootstrap Container

sudo docker run -d \ --name bootstrap \ -p 3002:3002 \ --restart unless-stopped \ ghcr.io/mmfpsolutions/mim-bootstrap:latest

Command breakdown:

  • -d - Run in detached mode (background)
  • --name bootstrap - Name the container "bootstrap"
  • -p 3002:3002 - Map port 3002 to host
  • --restart unless-stopped - Auto-restart on reboot

Verify Container is Running

sudo docker ps

You should see the "bootstrap" container in the list with status "Up".

Container Running! MIM Bootstrap is now ready to configure your mining infrastructure.

4Access the Web Interface

Find Your Server IP Address

If you don't know your server's IP address, run:

hostname -I | awk '{print $1}'

Open MIM Bootstrap in Your Browser

From any computer on your network, open a web browser and navigate to:

http://YOUR-SERVER-IP:3002/setup

For example, if your server IP is 192.168.1.100:

http://192.168.1.100:3002/setup

Complete the Setup Wizard

The MIM Bootstrap setup wizard will guide you through 4 simple steps:

  1. Server Access - SSH connection details
  2. Passwords - Set passwords for MIM user, PostgreSQL, and Mining Core
  3. Digibyte Settings - Configure RPC credentials and blockchain pruning
  4. Review & Start - Confirm settings and begin automated deployment
Important: The bootstrap process will:
  • Create a new user called "mim" on your server
  • Install all required mining infrastructure
  • Take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete
  • Display real-time progress updates

What Happens Next?

Once the bootstrap completes, you'll have access to:

  • MIM Dashboard: http://YOUR-SERVER-IP:3001
  • AxeOS Dashboard: http://YOUR-SERVER-IP:3000
  • Dozzle (Log Viewer): http://YOUR-SERVER-IP:8080
Ready to Mine! Your Digibyte infrastructure is deployed and ready. Point your AxeOS miners to port 5001 (or 5101 for low hashrate miners) to start mining.

Troubleshooting

Container Won't Start

Check container logs:

sudo docker logs bootstrap

Can't Access Web Interface

  • Verify container is running: sudo docker ps
  • Check firewall isn't blocking port 3002
  • Ensure you're using http:// not https://

Bootstrap Process Fails

  • Verify SSH credentials are correct
  • Ensure server meets minimum requirements (16GB RAM, 20GB swap, 65GB storage)
  • Check that Docker is properly installed on the target server

Need Help?

Visit our Support page for additional resources or to report an issue on GitHub.

You're All Set!

Your Digibyte mining infrastructure is ready to deploy. Click the button below to launch the MIM Bootstrap setup wizard.

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