L1 Node Setup with Docker

Configure your node settings, select your L1, and run Docker to start your node.

Before you start, make sure your host machine is ready.

Docker 20.10+

Disk

~200 GB Mainnet

RAM / CPU

8 GB RAM · 4 vCPU

Open ports

9651 (P2P), 9650 (RPC opt.)

For a production L1 we recommend 5+ validator nodes spread across regions. A single node is fine for local dev and quick demos.

Choose your node type and configure settings. The configuration preview updates in real-time.

Network

Node Type

Log Level

Min Block Delay2000ms

0ms (fastest)1000ms2000ms (default)

Minimum time between blocks. Lower values = faster blocks but more network load.

Storage Settings

Enable Pruning

Removes old state data to reduce disk usage. Storage savings depend on your L1's transaction volume. Recommended for validators and pruned RPC nodes.

Enable State Sync

Bootstrap from a recent state snapshot instead of replaying all blocks from genesis. Recommended for faster initial sync.

Enable Admin API

Enables administrative APIs. Only enable if needed and secured.

Configure your node to see the Subnet-EVM chain config

Enter the Avalanche Subnet ID of the L1 you want to run a node for.

Subnet ID

Command Palette