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ZelNode FAQ

trial123Zel edited this page Feb 20, 2019 · 12 revisions

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Directory paths for control wallets on testnet:
Windows: C:\Users\YOURUSERNAME\AppData\Roaming\Zelcash\testnet6
MacOS: ~/Library/Application Support/zelcash/testnet6
Linux: ~/.zelcash/testnet6

testnet6 folder holds your testnet wallet.dat and zelnode.conf files. \Zelcash\ folder holds the zelcash.conf file.


ZelNode Status Definitions:

ZELNODE_PRE_ENABLED = Zelnode has been turned on but hasn't been active enough to be considered ENABLED. 
ZELNODE_ENABLED = Zelnode has been through the PRE ENABLED phase and has maintained pings with the network. 
ZELNODE_EXPIRED = Zelnode has not pinged the network within the time frame considered to be active. 
ZELNODE_REMOVE = Zelnode was in the EXPIRED state and after 10 minutes of being in this state. is removed from the list
ZELNODE_MISSING = Zelnode's vin (collateral transaction) is found to be spent

"Not capable zelnode: Hot node, waiting for remote activation"

Minimum # of confirmations is not met yet. Wait for more block finds and ZelNode should go to status "Pre-enabled".

How do you unlock collateral from a ZelNode?

Shut down the ZelNode. On the computer with your Control Wallet, go to the zelnode.conf file and delete the line for the ZelNode you want to disable.

ZelNode private key vs. collateral address private key

These are two completely different keys. The ZelNode priv key is generated during the install process, and is needed for the zelnode.conf file on the control wallet. Your address private key where your ZelCash is collateralized is not needed during the setup process. You should back up your private key on pen/paper and store in a very secure location. Do not enter the address private key anywhere during setup, and never give it to anyone who you do not want to have access to your funds.

ECONNREFUSED 127.0.0.1

The daemon and CLI are having trouble communicating. Make sure you have testnet=1 in your zelcash.conf file.

What is ZelCash?

ZelCash is a cryptocurrency that holds a central role in the Zel Ecosystem. It gives the incentive for ZelNode ownership to enable the creation of ZelEx and the ZelDev Platform, enabling us to create a truly decentralized development platform.

ZelCash is minable making distribution fair. ZelNodes are soon to be added, and will allow holders of ZelCash to operate a ZelNode, receiving a portion of blockreward for operating it. ZelCash is the means of transacting in the Zel Ecosystem. It will always be a key part of the Zel Ecosystem.

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