Bminer: A High-Performance Cryptocurrency Mining Software

Bminer is a highly optimized cryptocurrency miner designed for modern NVIDIA GPUs, specifically those with compute capability 5.0 or above (Maxwell, Pascal, and newer architectures). It employs advanced techniques such as tiling and pipelining to maximize hardware potential, delivering some of the fastest mining speeds available for supported algorithms. Additionally, Bminer includes REST APIs to streamline large-scale deployments like mining farms.

Supported Algorithms and Coins

Bminer supports a variety of popular mining algorithms and cryptocurrencies:

• Equihash: Used for coins like Zcash (2% developer fee).
• Zhash / Equihash 144,5: Used for Bitcoin Gold and BitcoinZ (2% developer fee).
• Ethash: Used for Ethereum and similar coins (0.65% developer fee).
• Dual Mining: Allows simultaneous mining of Ethash-based coins (e.g., Ethereum) and Blake14r-based (e.g., Decred) or Blake2s-based (e.g., Verge) coins. Developer fee is 1.3% for the primary coin, with the secondary coin mined without a fee.
• Bytom: Native support for BTM mining (2% developer fee).

Key Features and Performance

High-Speed Mining

Bminer is engineered for maximum efficiency. Here are some benchmark examples (using stock GPU settings):

• Equihash Performance:

  • GTX 1080 Ti: 735–745 Sol/s
  • GTX 1070: 450–460 Sol/s
  • GTX 1060: 315–325 Sol/s

• Equihash 144,5 (Zhash) Performance:

  • GTX 1080 Ti: 61 Sol/s
  • GTX 1060: 25 Sol/s

• Ethash Performance (GTX 1080 Ti, 250W):

  • With OhGodAnETHlargementPill: 46.7 MH/s
  • Without: 32.2 MH/s

• Dual Mining Performance (GTX 1080 Ti, 250W, Auto-Tuning):

  • With OhGodAnETHlargementPill:

    • Ethereum: 46 MH/s & Decred: 1000 MH/s
    • Ethereum: 46 MH/s & Verge: 1770 MH/s

  • Without:

    • Ethereum: 32 MH/s & Decred: 2200 MH/s
    • Ethereum: 32 MH/s & Verge: 3750 MH/s

• Bytom Performance:

  • GTX 1080 Ti: 2100 H/s
  • GTX 1060 6G: 800 H/s

Security and Reliability

Bminer prioritizes stability and security for uninterrupted mining operations. Key features include SSL support for secure connections, automatic reconnection to handle network issues, and automatic restart functionality to recover from GPU hangs.

Operational Efficiency

The software is built with user experience in mind. It offers a friendly user interface for easy configuration and monitoring, alongside powerful REST APIs that are essential for managing large-scale mining operations efficiently.

Getting Started with Bminer

To begin mining, download and extract the Bminer package to a folder on your system. The following are basic setup guides for various coins.

General Setup Steps:

1. Download the latest version of Bminer.
2. Extract the files to a directory (e.g., C:\bminer).
3. Locate and edit the appropriate batch file (.bat) for your chosen coin.
4. Replace the placeholder wallet address and pool information with your own details.
5. Save the changes and run the batch file from a command prompt to start mining.

Example Configurations:

• Mining Zcash on Nanopool: Edit mine.bat with your Zcash address.
• Mining BitcoinGold on Pool.Gold: Edit mine_zhash.bat with the correct parameters.
• Mining Ethereum on Ethermine: Edit mine_eth.bat with your Ethereum wallet and pool details.
• Dual Mining Ethereum and Decred: Edit mine_eth_dcr.bat to configure both coins.
• Mining Bytom on F2Pool: Edit mine_btm.bat with your Bytom mining details.

Always refer to the official documentation for the most accurate and updated configuration parameters. 👉 Explore more strategies for optimizing your mining setup.

Enhancing Performance with OhGodAnETHlargementPill

For users mining Ethash-based coins (including dual mining) on GTX 1080 or 1080 Ti GPUs, combining Bminer with the OhGodAnETHlargementPill can significantly boost hash rates.

Installation Guide:

• Windows:

  • Ensure Microsoft PowerShell is installed.
  • Run the provided download_OhGodAnETHlargementPill.bat script.
  • Execute the downloaded OhGodAnETHlargementPill-r2.exe file (administrator rights may be required).

• Linux:

  • Run the download_OhGodAnETHlargementPill.sh script to download the tool.
  • Run the executable (root access may be required).

It is crucial to download this tool only from its official repository to avoid security risks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a developer fee?
A developer fee is a small percentage of the mining work that is redirected to the software's creators. This compensates them for their work in developing and maintaining the miner. In Bminer, fees vary by algorithm (e.g., 2% for Equihash, 0.65% for Ethash).

Which GPUs are compatible with Bminer?
Bminer is optimized for NVIDIA GPUs with a compute capability of 5.0 or higher. This includes the Maxwell (e.g., GTX 900 series), Pascal (e.g., GTX 10 series), and all newer architectures.

Is Bminer safe to use?
Bminer is a widely recognized miner in the cryptocurrency community. As with any software, you should only download it from its official website or trusted sources to avoid malicious versions. Its features like SSL support enhance operational security.

Can I use Bminer for dual mining on any pool?
While Bminer supports dual mining, you need to ensure that your chosen mining pool supports the specific coins you intend to mine. You must configure the miner with the correct stratum addresses and ports for both pools.

How do the REST APIs work?
Bminer's REST APIs allow for remote monitoring and management of your miners. You can use them to check hash rates, temperatures, and other statistics, or to control the miner programmatically, which is ideal for managing a large number of devices.

What should I do if my GPU hangs?
Bminer includes an automatic restart feature designed to detect when a GPU has hung and attempt to restart the mining process. For persistent issues, check your GPU's overclocking settings, ensure adequate cooling, and verify you are using the latest stable drivers.