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# Advanced Node Options
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Beyond traditional farming nodes, ThreeFold offers specialized **Edge Compute** and **Edge AI** nodes designed for specific use cases and enhanced earning opportunities.
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## Edge Compute Node
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**Based on GMKtec NUCBox M6 Ultra (Ryzen 5 7640HS)**
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### Specifications
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| Component | Specification |
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|-----------|---------------|
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| **CPU** | AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS (6 cores / 12 threads, up to ~5.0 GHz) |
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| **RAM** | 32 GB |
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| **Storage** | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
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| **Power Usage** | ~30-40 W typical under load |
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| **Network** | 2.5GbE LAN |
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| **Form Factor** | Mini PC, silent/dedicated use ready |
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### Three Usage Options
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#### Option 1: Use It Yourself (Free Forever)
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When you dedicate the machine to your own AI, cloud or development workloads:
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- ✅ Full control of the hardware and software stack
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- ✅ Access to the Mycelium OS / stack, for experiments and private workloads
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- ✅ No hosting fees. Use it as your private edge compute device
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#### Option 2: Host for the Mycelium Network
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When you make part or all of it available to the network and earn SPORE tokens:
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- ✅ Divide the machine into "slices" (allocate CPU cores, RAM, storage)
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- ✅ Submit to the marketplace and match bids or customer demand
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- ✅ Guaranteed baseline income via bid tiers
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- ✅ Example: Standard compute tier = minimum price × 80% in SPORE
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#### Option 3: Hybrid Approach
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- ✅ Use 50% for yourself, rent out 50% to the network
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- ✅ Mycelium coop willing to rent 50% of your node
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- ✅ Best of both worlds: personal use + earning
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## Edge AI Node
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**Based on Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 platform**
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### Specifications
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| Component | Specification |
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| **CPU** | AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395 (8C/16T, up to 5.1 GHz) |
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| **AI Accelerator** | Integrated NPU (~50 TOPS) |
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| **RAM** | 128 GB DDR5 |
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| **Storage** | 2 TB NVMe SSD |
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| **Power Usage** | ~45–55 W typical load |
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| **Network** | Dual 2.5 G LAN |
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| **Form Factor** | Compact, silent, ready for 24/7 operation |
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### AI-Focused Features
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- ✅ **Built-in AI Acceleration** - 50 TOPS NPU for local AI workloads
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- ✅ **High Memory** - 128GB DDR5 for memory-intensive AI tasks
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- ✅ **AI Development Ready** - Perfect for running local AI models
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- ✅ **Edge AI Processing** - Handle AI workloads closer to data sources
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## How It Works
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1. **Buy your node** - Choose Edge Compute or Edge AI based on your needs
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2. **Install Mycelium OS (ZOS)** - Quick setup with our step-by-step guide
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3. **Decide usage mode** - Private use, hosting, or hybrid approach
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4. **Earn SPORE automatically** - 80% of revenue goes to you, 10% burned, 10% to development
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### SPORE Earning Example
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```mermaid
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graph TD
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A[Node Provides Capacity] --> B[User Rents Resources]
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B --> C[80% to You<br/>SPORE Tokens]
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B --> D[10% Burned<br/>Makes SPORE Scarcer]
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B --> E[10% Mycelium<br/>Development]
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C --> F[You Choose:<br/>Hold • Convert • Use]
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D --> G[SPORE Supply Decreases<br/>Your Holdings More Valuable]
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E --> H[The ecosystem grows<br/>Everyone benefits]
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```
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## Comparison: Edge vs Traditional Nodes
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| **Feature** | **Edge Compute** | **Edge AI** | **Traditional Mini 1** |
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|-------------|------------------|-------------|------------------------|
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| **CPU Performance** | High (6-core Zen 4) | Very High (8-core AI) | Moderate |
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| **RAM** | 32GB | 128GB DDR5 | 32GB |
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| **AI Capabilities** | Basic | Advanced NPU | None |
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| **Power Usage** | 30-40W | 45-55W | ~60W |
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| **Best For** | General compute | AI workloads | Traditional farming |
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## Getting Started with Edge Nodes
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### Ready to Buy?
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1. **Research vendors** - Compare prices for GMKtec NUCBox M6 Ultra or Ryzen AI MAX+ 395
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2. **Choose your approach** - Private use, hosting, or hybrid
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3. **[Set up your node](/getstarted/farming/setup)** - Follow our setup guide
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4. **[Learn about SPORE](/getstarted/farming/economics)** - Understand the token system
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### Need Help Deciding?
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- **Edge Compute**: Choose if you want efficient general-purpose computing with earning potential
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- **Edge AI**: Choose if you're interested in AI development and want maximum earning potential
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- **Traditional**: Choose if you want to start with the most affordable farming option
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### 💡 Pro Tip
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Edge nodes offer higher earning potential than traditional nodes, but require a larger initial investment. Consider starting with a traditional Mini 1 node to learn the system, then upgrading to Edge nodes as you become more comfortable with farming.
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## Links
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- **[GMKtec NUCBox M6 Ultra](https://www.gmktec.com/products/amd-ryzen-5-7640hs-mini-pc-nucbox-m6-ultra)**
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- **[Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 EVO X2](https://www.gmktec.com/products/amd-ryzen%E2%84%A2-ai-max-395-evo-x2-ai-mini-pc)**
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- **[Learn SPORE Economics](/getstarted/farming/economics)** - Understand the token system
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- **[Community Discussion](https://t.me/threefoldfarmers)** - Get advice from experienced farmers
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---
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:::tip Next Step
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Ready to set up your node? Check out the **[Setup Guide](/getstarted/farming/setup)** to get started.
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