Running BOINC on Your Raspberry Pi: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you interested in harnessing the power of your Raspberry Pi to contribute to scientific research and earn rewards through Gridcoin? Look no further! This guide will walk you through the process of setting up BOINC (Berkeley Open Infrastructure for Network Computing) on your Raspberry Pi, ensuring a smooth and rewarding experience.

A Note About MicroSD Card Size

Before we begin, it's essential to note that this installation requires a minimum of 1.2GB of free space on your MicroSD card. However, this does not include BOINC storage or the Gridcoin blockchain (currently around 4GB). To prolong the life of your SD card, consider storing data on a network share or external drive.

Hardware Requirements

To run BOINC successfully on your Raspberry Pi, you'll need:

* A Windows network share (SAMBA/CIFS) or an external hard drive/flash drive to store Gridcoin and BOINC data

* About $50 worth of GRC (Gridcoin) for solo mining/staking, or no mining at all if you prefer pool mining

* An Ethernet cable to connect your Pi to your home network/router

* Heatsinks are recommended due to the CPU usage caused by BOINC

Software Requirements

Make sure you have a Raspberry Pi 4 or 4b+ with greater than 2GB of RAM and a suggested 16GB MicroSD card or larger. BOINC will not work on Raspberry Pi 3x and earlier models, as they lack 64-bit processors.

Who Is This Guide For?

This comprehensive guide is designed for:

* Individuals who want to run BOINC on their Raspberry Pi and receive Gridcoin from pool mining

* Those interested in running BOINC on a Raspberry Pi and earning rewards through solo mining/staking

* People who simply want to run BOINC on their Raspberry Pi without worrying about Gridcoin

* Anyone looking to set up a Gridcoin node or engage in solo staking

Getting Started

If you just want to install BOINC but not Gridcoin, feel free to skip the Gridcoin sections. However, why not earn rewards for your work? This guide was written in July 2021 and should remain relevant for some time.

By following this guide, you'll be able to overcome common obstacles and successfully set up BOINC on your Raspberry Pi. With its clear instructions and detailed information, you'll be well on your way to contributing to scientific research and earning rewards through Gridcoin.

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