Many Ways to Connect to Terp Network

There are multiple ways to synchronize a Terp Network node depending on your needs for speed, storage, and security. This guide covers all available methods to get your node up and running.

Connection Methods Overview

Choosing the Right Method

Use State Sync when:

• You need a working node quickly
• You don't need historical data before a recent block
• You want minimal disk space usage
• You're setting up a RPC node or sentry node

Use Snapshots when:

• You want a balance of speed and data availability
• You need recent state but not the entire history
• You're setting up a validator or full node

Use Bootstrap when:

• You need the complete blockchain history
• You're running an archive node
• You need to verify the entire chain history
• You're a validator requiring maximum trust

Use Genesis when:

• You want to start from scratch and sync block by block
• You prefer manual verification of the chain
• You have specific security requirements

Quick Start

For most use cases, we recommend starting with either State Sync or Snapshots:

1. Fastest: Use State Sync to get a working node in minutes
2. Standard: Use Snapshots for a balance of speed and functionality
3. Production Validators: Use Bootstrap with Systemd Service for production setups

Next Steps

• Set up State Sync - Quickest way to get a running node
• Download Genesis File - For manual sync
• Configure Systemd Service - For production deployments