Operating Aztec Infrastructure

This section covers everything you need to run and maintain Aztec network infrastructure. Whether you're running a full node for personal use or operating a professional sequencer, you'll find the guides you need here.

Getting Started

1. Review the Prerequisites to ensure you have the necessary hardware and software
2. Run a Full Node - the foundation for all other roles
3. Choose your path: Sequencer or Prover

Roles

Full Node Operator

Run a node to interact with the network, submit transactions, and maintain a copy of the state.

• Running a Node
• Syncing Best Practices

Sequencer Operator

Produce blocks, participate in consensus, and earn rewards.

• Sequencer Setup
• Registration
• High Availability
• Governance Participation

Prover Operator

Generate cryptographic proofs for the network.

• Running a Prover

Staking Provider

Accept delegated stake and operate sequencers on behalf of token holders.

• Becoming a Staking Provider

Operations

• Monitoring - Set up observability for your infrastructure
• Keystore Management - Secure key handling
• Sequencer Management - Day-to-day operations

Reference

• CLI Reference
• Node API Reference
• Changelog

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Conceptual Background

For background on how the network works, see Network Concepts.