Running a Plasma node requires thoughtful hardware selection to ensure performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency. This guide outlines hardware recommendations for non-validator nodes.Documentation Index
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Hardware Requirements
| Hardware | Minimum | Recommended (Prod) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | 4 Cores | 8 Cores |
| Memory | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage | 250 GB SSD | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
| Network | 100+ Mbps | 100+ Mbps, redundant |
Mainnet consensus and execution currently use approximately 350 GB of storage. A 1 TB drive provides comfortable headroom for chain growth.
Cloud Provider Recommendations
- AWS
- GCP
- Azure
| Instance | vCPUs | RAM | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
c6a.2xlarge | 8 | 16 GB | High CPU performance |
m6i.2xlarge | 8 | 32 GB | Balanced compute and memory |
r6i.2xlarge | 8 | 64 GB | Memory-optimised for heavy workloads |
gp3, GCP SSD persistent disks, Azure Premium SSD) with provisioned IOPS for high-traffic RPC endpoints. Enable regular snapshots or automated backup for data protection.
Getting Started
Select cloud provider
Choose based on your geographic needs, existing relationships, and pricing preferences.
Configure monitoring
Set up essential monitoring before deployment to track performance from the start. See the monitoring guide.
Deploy
Follow the Non-Validator Node Setup guide.