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How to Set Up a Bitmain Antminer (Beginner-Proof, With Screenshots)

Step-by-step Bitmain Antminer setup guide showing power connection, IP login, and pool configuration for Braiins and Antpool.

How to Set Up a Bitmain Antminer (Beginner-Proof, With Screenshots)

Read first: Use a 240 V outlet (not 110 V). Power cords are not included because 240 V plugs vary; buy cords that match your receptacle and the miner PSU (often IEC C13/C19). Use a wired Ethernet connection (no Wi-Fi).

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Step 1 — Power & Network

  1. Plug your Antminer PSU into a 240 V outlet using the correct power cables (not included).
  2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the miner to your router/switch.
  3. Turn on the PSU. Fans will roar, then settle. Wait 3–5 minutes for full boot.

Step 2 — Find the Miner’s IP Address

  1. On a laptop on the same network, open a browser and go to your router (often 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1).
  2. Log in → open Attached/Connected Devices.
  3. Find “Bitmain/Antminer/Unknown” → copy the IP (e.g., 192.168.1.123).
Antminer router attached devices / miner listed with IP (example)
Example of a miner listed in a device list (your router UI will vary). Source credited in documentation.

Step 3 — Log In to the Antminer

  1. In your browser, go to http://[that IP] (e.g., http://192.168.1.123).
  2. Login with Username: root and Password: root.
Antminer login dialog - username root password root (example)
Antminer login screen: default username/password = root/root. Source credited in documentation.

Step 4 — Configure the Mining Pool (Pool 1 / Pool 2 / Pool 3)

  1. In the left menu, open Miner Configuration.
  2. Fill Pool 1 with your primary pool (Pool 2 and Pool 3 = backups).
  3. Click Save & Apply.
Antminer Miner Configuration page - Pool fields filled (example)
Where to enter Pool URL, Worker, and Password. Source credited in documentation.

Examples you can paste (edit with your account): 
Pool URL: stratum+tcp://pool.braiins.com:3333
Worker: yourusername.worker1
Password: x

Pool URL: stratum+tcp://stratum.antpool.com:3333
Worker: yourSubAccount.worker1
Password: x

Step 5 — Verify It’s Hashing

  1. Open Miner Status.
  2. Confirm Pool = Alive, hashrate rising, and accepted shares increasing.
Antminer Miner Status page - Alive / hashrate (example)
“Alive” status and rising hashrate = working. Source credited in documentation.

Step 6 — Change the Password (Security)

  1. Go to System → Password (or Administration).
  2. Old password: root → set a new strong password → Save.
  3. Keep the miner on a private LAN (do not expose to the public internet).

Create a Pool Account (Required)

You must sign up for a mining pool to receive work and payouts. Pick one, create an account, then use that account’s Stratum URL and Worker details in Step 4.

Braiins Pool

  1. Open Braiins Pool and create an account.
  2. In your pool dashboard, create a Worker, then copy the recommended Stratum server address(es).
Braiins Pool dashboard (example)
Braiins Pool dashboard example. Source credited in documentation.

Antpool (Bitmain)

  1. Open Antpool and register or sign in with your Bitmain account.
  2. Go to Settings → Sub-account. Create a sub-account and (optionally) a worker name.
  3. Use Antpool’s recommended Stratum address for your region.
Antpool Sub-account settings (example)
Antpool sub-account page where you create the name used in your miner’s Worker field. Source credited in documentation.

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Quick Troubleshooting

  • No power: You’re likely on 110 V. Use 240 V.
  • Can’t find IP: Unplug the miner, refresh router devices, plug back in, note the new device.
  • Zero hashrate / pool “Dead”: Re-enter pool URL/Worker/Password exactly; try a closer server; reboot miner.
  • Overheating: Improve airflow, clean dust, keep chips < 80 °C.

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