Here is a detailed guide showing how to recover the Bitmain Antminer S9K/S9 SE control board and possible solutions to solve the flashing failure.
The Antminer S9k and the Antminer S9 SE are two models in Bitmain Antminer S9 series: Try this method to restore the Bitmain Antminer S9K/S9 SE control board if the miner experiences any of the problems listed below.
This method applies to the following situations:
- The miner is unplugged while being upgraded.
- Miner cannot launch because it cannot locate an IP.
- The miner is limited to using the factory workers by default.
Tools required:
- Less than 16GB of storage space is recommended for MicroSD cards. It is not advisable to use MicroSD cards with higher capacities because they are prone to errors.
- A computer running Windows XP or later
- Card reader
Software:
Flashing Instructions :
- Then, format the MicroSD card to FAT32 in the computer.
- Copy the contents of the image file to the MicroSD card after unzipping it.
- The MicroSD card should be taken out of the computer and put into the control board’s card slot.
- The control board is powered on. The files will automatically load in about 30 seconds. The green indicator light will always be on when the vehicle is loaded.
- Restart the miner after removing the MicroSD. Please restart the miner after more than 30 seconds. (NOTE: Do not turn off the power during the restart process as this will damage the control board and prevent the OTP from turning on.)
- Go to the miner interface and turn on the miner. Online firmware upgrades should always be performed. >>Bitmain Antminer Firmware Page
Possible solutions to solve the flashing failure
- Make sure the firmware you copied was the right one and reformat the MicroSD.
- To make sure it is securely fastened, lightly press the MicroSD.
- Wipe the MicroSD with some dust.
- Try using another reputable MicroSD.
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