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Install FluxNode Software

Flux provides a comprehensive multitoolbox script to streamline Docker installation, FluxNode setup, benchmarking, and service management. Follow the steps below to deploy your node.

💡 Note: For the purpose of this guide, we’ll walk through the process using a VPS server rental scenario while configuring a Cumulus FluxNode. If you’re running FluxNode from home, steps may differ slightly. In this example, we’ll be using PuTTY as our SSH client to connect to the server.

Launch Multitoolbox​

1. Connect via SSH​

  • Ensure you’re logged in as root (or an admin user with sudo privileges).

2. Download & Run Multitoolbox​

bash -i <(curl -s https://raw.githubusercontent.com/RunOnFlux/fluxnode-multitool/master/multitoolbox.sh)

3. Welcome Screen​

After the initial run, invoke the toolbox anytime with:

multitoolbox

Next Steps​

With the FluxNode Multitoolbox launched, follow these three steps to complete your setup:

  1. Install Docker (Option 1) – Install Docker, create a non‑root user, and switch to it for improved security.
  2. Create Installation Configuration (Option 6) – Generate your FluxNode configuration file with wallet and collateral details.
  3. Install FluxNode (Option 2) – Install and configure Flux components, bootstrap the blockchain, and prepare your node for activation.