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# X1Node Hardware

X1 EcoChain’s architecture is optimized around its low-powered nodes and PoN consensus. In the overview, each node in the network runs an X1 EcoChain client, participates in consensus, and hosts smart contracts and assets. Nodes connect in a peer-to-peer mesh, forming a global overlay network. This distributed topology is illustrated below:

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Each X1Node is a compact, consumer-friendly device with the following features:

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**Compute & Storage:** 4-core CPU, 4 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD.
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**Connectivity:** Gigabit Ethernet port and built-in wireless (eSIM) for independent network access.
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**Design:** No fans, ultra-quiet (<5 dB) operation. Runs silently at ambient temperature (≈25 °C with no active cooling).
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**Power Use:** Only 3 Wh consumption. It can run on a small AC adapter, making it easy to plug into any outlet.
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**Compact Form Factor:** Small footprint suitable for apartments, offices, or even mobile use.
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These specifications allow X1Nodes to be mass-produced cheaply and operate for years without maintenance. The hardware is open for anyone to set up; after syncing the blockchain, a node immediately joins the network.

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