The Good Tech Companies - NiceHash Unveils ASIC Manager for Mining Operations Oversight and Management

Episode Date: January 22, 2025

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/nicehash-unveils-asic-manager-for-mining-operations-oversight-and-management. NiceHash has released ASIC Manager, a free Windows-based software tool that integrates with the NiceHash platform to monitor key ASIC performance metrics. Check more stories related to web3 at: https://hackernoon.com/c/web3. You can also check exclusive content about #blockchain, #dlt, #web3, #nicehash, #nicehash-news, #nicehash-announcement, #cryptocurrency, #good-company, and more. This story was written by: @ishanpandey. Learn more about this writer by checking @ishanpandey's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com. ASIC Manager is a locally run application developed for mining farms. It provides operators with access to parameters including board temperature, fan speeds, local hashrate, power consumption, and uptime. The tool displays up to eight selectable metrics on the worker tile.

This audio is presented by Hacker Noon, where anyone can learn anything about any technology. NiceHash unveils ASIC Manager for Mining Operations Oversight and Management by Ashan Pandey. How can mining operations achieve detailed oversight of ASIC performance? NiceHash has released ASIC Manager, a locally run application developed for mining farms that require continuous monitoring of ASIC data. The tool provides operators with access to parameters including board temperature, chip temperature, fan speeds, local hash rate, power consumption, and uptime. The software supports remote actions such as machine location identification AndreBoot and is compatible with Windows systems. ASIC Manager runs on local hardware within a network, relaying ASIC performance data to the

NiceHash Rig Manager. The tool displays up to eight selectable metrics on the worker tile via the Tile Information Settings feature. Note that not all ASIC devices supply the same data. In cases where information is unavailable, the corresponding fields will remain empty. The current version of ASIC Manager is in an initial development stage. Future updates are planned to introduce additional functions based on user feedback. Users are encouraged to contribute their observations through the designated feedback channel. Getting started with ASIC Manager to deploy ASIC Manager, users should complete the following steps. 1. Download the application from the NiceHash download center. 2. Install the software on a local computer within the network.

3. Scan the network and register ASIC machines with the software. A detailed guide is available in the ASIC Manager installation guide. Changing tile information settings ASIC Manager reports local ASIC data to the rig manager, and users can configure the display to show up to eight metrics at one time. The available metrics include chip temperature, board temperature, local speed, rejected speed, accepted speed, power consumption, fan speed, IP address, uptime. This setup permits operators to select the most pertinent data for operational oversight and decision-making. By presenting a standardized set of performance

indicators, the tool facilitates comparative analysis across multiple ASIC units, which may assist in identifying patterns, addressing issues, and optimizing mining performance. The ability to choose specific metrics allows for a focused assessment of system health and throughput, which supports ongoing performance evaluations and maintenance planning. The configuration of tile information settings represents a structured approach to performance monitoring. By allowing users to modify displayed metrics, ASIC Manager provides a degree of operational flexibility that supports both routine oversight and targeted troubleshooting. The uniform format in which data is presented facilitates easier comparison among different

ASIC units, contributing to improved decision-making based on performance trends. Moreover, the streamlined installation process and centralized data reporting for multiple addresses ensure that mining operations can maintain efficiency while minimizing the need for additional resources. This methodical arrangement of metrics could have a positive impact on maintenance protocols and long-term equipment performance assessments. Final thoughts ASIC Manager's introduction is positioned to support mining operations with precise

data monitoring capabilities within the NiceHash platform. The tool provides operators with a systematic method for tracking key performance indicators, which may result in enhanced operational decision-making. Planned updates suggest a continued focus on functionality that addresses the evolving needs of mining operations. This development represents a structured approach to integrating technical oversight tools into mining management practices. Don't forget to like and share the story. Tip Vested Interest Disclosure. This author is an independent contributor publishing via our business blogging program. Hacker Noon has reviewed the report for quality, but the claims herein belong to the author.

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