| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA, 10 GB VRAM, RTX 30 series or newer | RTX 3080 / 3090 / 4090 or equivalent, 16–24 GB VRAM |
| System RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB or more |
| Storage | 100 GB free for model cache, SATA SSD | 500 GB or more, NVMe SSD strongly preferred |
| Internet | 100 Mbps for initial setup; 2–3 Mbps ongoing | 200 Mbps or more; under 50 ms latency to orchestrator |
| Power Supply | 150 W headroom above GPU rated power | Stable supply with UPS protection recommended |
| Operating System | Windows 10 (build 19041+) or Windows 11 | Windows 11, latest updates applied |
Node Requirements
System Requirements
FAR AI is designed to run on widely available consumer and prosumer GPU hardware. The following table summarizes the minimum and recommended specifications for a node.
VRAM is the most important factor for earning potential. More VRAM allows a node to serve larger, more valuable models. NVIDIA drivers must be installed before running the FAR AI installer, the installer handles all other software dependencies automatically.
Storage speed has a meaningful impact on job start latency. A large model loads significantly faster from a high-speed NVMe drive than from a standard SATA SSD, and faster load times mean higher effective availability and more earning opportunities. The installer automatically selects the best available drive for model caching.