lolMiner Solo Mining: AMD GPU Autolykos Setup Guide 2026

So you want to point your AMD GPU straight at an Ergo block with lolMiner? Pretty cool choice actually. I’ve been running lolMiner on my RX 6600 XT for about eight months now, and honestly, the software is ridiculously stable for solo mining once you get it configured right. The Autolykos algorithm is designed specifically for GPUs — no ASIC shortcuts — which means your gaming card can compete on equal terms with everyone else.

Here’s the thing though: I initially started with T-Rex Miner because that’s what YouTube recommended. Switched to lolMiner after realizing it pulls better hashrates on AMD cards for Autolykos. No joke: a 12% jump on my RX 6600 XT just by changing software.

This guide walks through the complete setup for pointing lolMiner directly at your own Ergo node. Not a pool. Not some third-party proxy. Your GPU, your node, your potential block reward. That’s the solo mining way.

Understanding lolMiner for Solo Mining Configuration

lolMiner is a GPU mining software that works particularly well with AMD cards, though it supports Nvidia too. For Autolykos — the proof-of-work algorithm Ergo uses — it’s basically the go-to choice if you’re running AMD hardware.

The software connects directly to your blockchain node through a Stratum interface. When solo mining, you’re not sharing work with thousands of other miners. Every hash your GPU calculates is your own lottery ticket. If you find a valid block, the entire block reward goes straight to your wallet. Currently, that’s 66 ERG per block plus transaction fees.

What I wish I knew earlier: lolMiner configuration for solo mining is actually simpler than pool mining. Fewer parameters to mess with. You basically need three things: your node’s IP address, your wallet address, and basic overclock settings.

Why AMD GPUs Work Great With Autolykos

Autolykos is a memory-hard algorithm. It requires 2.5 GB of VRAM minimum, but the more memory bandwidth your GPU has, the better your hashrate. AMD’s RDNA and RDNA 2 architecture handle memory operations really efficiently compared to older Polaris cards.

My RX 6600 XT gets about 125 MH/s at 65 watts. An RX 6800 XT pushes 250+ MH/s. Even older RX 580s still pull 80-90 MH/s if you configure them properly. That’s why AMD dominates Ergo mining — the hardware just matches the algorithm naturally.

Step 1: Install and Sync Your Ergo Node

You can’t solo mine without a node. This is where lolMiner gets its work and where it submits potential blocks. Pool mining skips this step because the pool runs the node for you. But we’re not doing that.

Download the latest Ergo node from the official GitHub repository. Version 5.0.20 or newer works best. You’ll need at least 40 GB of free disk space for the blockchain — it grows over time, so plan for 60+ GB.

Extract the node software to a dedicated folder like C:ErgoNode on Windows or ~/ergo-node on Linux. Edit the application.conf file to enable Stratum server mode:

• Set stratum.enable = true
• Set stratum.port = 3008 (or any unused port)
• Set stratum.difficulty = 0 (lets your node calculate optimal difficulty)

Start the node and let it sync. This takes 6-12 hours depending on your internet connection. The node downloads every Ergo block from 2019 to present and verifies all transactions. You’ll know it’s synced when the console shows “Applying block” messages slowing down to one every 2 minutes (Ergo’s block time).

The cool part is: once synced, your node becomes part of the Ergo network. You’re not relying on anyone else’s infrastructure.

Testing Your Node Connection

Before configuring lolMiner, make sure your node’s Stratum server actually responds. Open a terminal and run:

telnet localhost 3008

If you see a connection established, your node’s ready. If it times out, check your firewall settings or the stratum port in your config file.

Step 2: Download and Configure lolMiner for Solo Work

Grab the latest lolMiner release from the official website or GitHub. As of early 2026, version 1.88 runs solid on both Windows and Linux. Extract it to a folder like C:lolMiner.

The software comes with a bunch of pre-configured batch files for pools, but we’re making our own for solo mining. Create a new text file called solo-ergo.bat (Windows) or solo-ergo.sh (Linux).

Here’s your basic lolMiner solo mining configuration:

lolMiner.exe –algo AUTOLYKOS2 –pool 127.0.0.1:3008 –user YOUR_ERGO_WALLET_ADDRESS.RIG_NAME –apiport 8080

Replace YOUR_ERGO_WALLET_ADDRESS with your actual Ergo wallet. Use a wallet you control — hardware wallet, Yoroi, or Ergo official wallet. Not an exchange address. If you somehow hit a block, exchanges sometimes flag large incoming transactions as suspicious and freeze your account temporarily. Super annoying.

The RIG_NAME part is optional but useful if you’re running multiple GPUs or rigs. I use “office-rig” and “bedroom-rig” to track which machine is doing what.

Advanced Configuration Options

lolMiner lets you tweak a bunch of parameters for better performance. Here’s what actually makes a difference for solo mining:

• –cclk and –mclk: Manually set core and memory clocks (overclock settings)
• –coff and –moff: Offset clocks from default instead of absolute values
• –pl: Power limit in watts (undervolting to save electricity)
• –mode: “a” for automatic tuning, “b” for benchmark mode
• –watchdog: Restarts miner if GPU hangs (super useful for multi-day runs)

My RX 6600 XT runs stable with: –cclk 1100 –mclk 1075 –pl 65. That pulls 125 MH/s at 65 watts from the wall. Your mileage varies depending on silicon lottery and cooling.

Step 3: Optimize Your AMD GPU Settings

Here’s where you squeeze extra hashrate out of your card without melting it. AMD GPUs respond really well to undervolting on Autolykos — you can often drop power consumption by 30% while only losing 5% hashrate.

If you’re on Windows, download AMD Adrenalin software (the driver package). Linux users should install amdgpu-pro or rocm depending on your distro. These give you control over GPU clocks and voltages.

Tuning for RX 6000 Series (RDNA 2)

These cards are memory-hungry for Autolykos. You want maximum memory clock, but core clock doesn’t matter as much. A typical profile:

• Core Clock: 1100-1200 MHz (lower than gaming clocks)
• Memory Clock: Fast timings, 1050-1100 MHz (as high as stable)
• Core Voltage: 700-750 mV (undervolt significantly)
• Power Limit: 60-75W depending on card model
• Fan Speed: 60-70% (balance noise and cooling)

Test stability by running lolMiner for at least 2 hours. If the miner crashes or reports invalid shares, back off the memory overclock by 25 MHz increments.

Tuning for RX 5000 Series (RDNA)

Similar approach, but these cards run hotter naturally. Increase fan speed to 70-80% or they’ll thermal throttle.

• Core Clock: 1200-1300 MHz
• Memory Clock: 900-950 MHz
• Core Voltage: 750-800 mV
• Power Limit: 80-100W

Tuning for RX 500/400 Series (Polaris)

Older cards but still profitable if electricity is cheap. These need BIOS modding for best hashrate — you copy memory timings from higher straps to lower ones. Check online resources for card-specific modded BIOSes, but be careful. A bad BIOS flash can brick your GPU if you don’t know what you’re doing.

• Core Clock: 1150-1200 MHz
• Memory Clock: 2000-2100 MHz (after BIOS mod)
• Core Voltage: 850-900 mV
• Power Limit: 70-90W

I totally fried my first RX 580 because I forgot about cooling. Card ran at 90°C for three days straight until artifacts appeared on screen. Now I never let GPUs go above 70°C. Fans are cheaper than new cards.

Step 4: Launch lolMiner and Verify Solo Mining Connection

Double-click your batch file (Windows) or run ./solo-ergo.sh (Linux). lolMiner should connect to your node within 2-3 seconds. You’ll see output like:

Connected to 127.0.0.1:3008
Using AUTOLYKOS2 algorithm
Starting GPU 0: AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT
GPU 0: 125.3 MH/s, 65W, 51°C

That’s your confirmation. The GPU is hashing, the miner is connected to your node, and you’re officially solo mining Ergo.

Reading the lolMiner Console Output

Every few seconds, lolMiner reports current hashrate, power draw, and temperature. Pay attention to these lines:

• Accepted shares: Your GPU found a share that met the difficulty. In solo mining, only shares that meet network difficulty actually count as blocks.
• Rejected shares: Your solution was too late or invalid. This shouldn’t happen often — if it does, check your overclock stability or internet connection.
• Difficulty: Network difficulty, not pool difficulty. This number determines how hard it is to find a block.

The cool part is: unlike pool mining where you submit shares constantly, solo mining might show zero accepted shares for hours or days. That’s normal. You’re waiting for that one magic hash that solves a block.

Step 5: Calculate Your Solo Mining Odds and Set Expectations

Time for math. And honestly, this is where solo mining gets real. Your chances of finding an Ergo block depend entirely on your hashrate versus total network hashrate.

As of early 2026, Ergo’s network hashrate sits around 35-40 TH/s (terahashes per second). Let’s say you’re running a single RX 6800 XT at 250 MH/s. That’s 0.00025 TH/s. Your share of the network: roughly 0.0000063%.

Ergo produces a block every 2 minutes on average. That’s 720 blocks per day. Your odds per day: 720 × 0.0000063% = 0.0045% chance. Or about 1 in 22,000 per day. Yearly odds: about 1.6%.

With a single GPU, you could run for years without hitting a block. Or you could hit one tomorrow. That’s the lottery nature of solo mining. It’s basically pure randomness weighted by hashrate.

Current ERG price: $0.3471. A block reward is 66 ERG, so roughly $150-200 depending on market conditions. Not life-changing, but a pretty sweet score if you’re already running the hardware anyway.

Multi-GPU Setups Improve Your Odds

If you’re serious about solo mining Ergo, stack GPUs. Four RX 6800 XTs give you 1 GH/s total, which quadruples your odds to about 1 in 5,500 daily. Still a long shot, but way better than single-card odds.

The math is linear: double your hashrate, double your chance. This is why ASIC solo miners for Bitcoin need massive farms — network hashrate is astronomical. Ergo at least keeps things GPU-only, so the playing field stays somewhat level.

Step 6: Monitor Your Setup and Troubleshoot Common Issues

lolMiner includes a built-in API that lets you monitor stats remotely. We enabled it earlier with –apiport 8080. Open a browser and navigate to:

http://localhost:8080

You’ll see a JSON output with all GPU stats: hashrate, power, temperature, accepted shares, rejected shares. This is useful for setting up monitoring dashboards with tools like Grafana if you’re into that.

Common Problems and Fixes

Problem: lolMiner can’t connect to node
Solution: Check if your Ergo node is actually running. Verify the Stratum port matches between node config and lolMiner command. Make sure no firewall blocks local connections.

Problem: GPU hashrate way lower than expected
Solution: Update GPU drivers. Check VRAM usage — if you’re running other programs, they might eat into available memory. Close Chrome with 47 tabs open. (Guilty.)

Problem: Lots of rejected shares
Solution: Your GPU is unstable from aggressive overclocking. Back off memory clock by 50 MHz. Also check if your node is fully synced — if it’s behind, you’re mining stale work.

Problem: Miner crashes after a few hours
Solution: Enable the watchdog feature with –watchdog exit. This restarts lolMiner if it hangs. Also check temperatures — GPUs thermal throttling can cause instability.

Problem: No shares submitted for days
Solution: This is actually normal for solo mining! You only submit shares when you find a block-valid solution. Check the console output to make sure the miner is still hashing and connected.

Monitoring Temperature and Power Draw

GPU mining generates heat. A lot of it. I learned this the hard way when my bedroom hit 85°F during summer with two rigs running. Now I mine in the basement where it’s cooler naturally.

Keep GPUs under 70°C for 24/7 operation. At 80°C+, you’re shortening hardware lifespan significantly. Memory chips especially hate high temps. If you can’t keep things cool, reduce power limits even if it costs a bit of hashrate. A GPU that lasts three years is worth more than an extra 10 MH/s for six months before it dies.

Real Talk: Electricity Costs and ROI Honesty

Here’s the part most guides skip: solo mining profitability isn’t just about block rewards. It’s about electricity cost versus expected value of blocks you might find.

My RX 6600 XT pulls 65W from the wall at full tilt. That’s about 1.56 kWh per day, or 46.8 kWh monthly. At $0.12/kWh (US average), that’s $5.62 per month in electricity. Annually: $67.44.

My yearly odds of finding a block with 125 MH/s: about 1.6% based on current network hashrate. Expected yearly value: 0.016 × 66 ERG × $0.3471 = roughly $2.50 to $4 depending on ERG price.

That’s a massive loss compared to electricity cost. The math gets better with more GPUs, but you need substantial hashrate before expected block value exceeds power costs.

Why I Still Solo Mine Despite Negative Expected Value

Because the lottery element is genuinely fun. It’s not about ROI for me — it’s about the chance of hitting a block. That rush of checking the console and seeing “Block found!” makes up for months of nothing.

Also, I’m learning way more about blockchain tech by running a full node and mining directly against it. Pool mining is just “point and click” — you never really understand how proof-of-work consensus works. Solo mining forces you to learn node operations, difficulty adjustment, block propagation, all that stuff.

If you want pure profit, mine to a pool or just buy ERG and hold it. Solo mining is for people who enjoy the process more than the payout. That’s honestly who I write for on this site.

Alternative Configurations: Multi-GPU Rigs and Remote Node Setups

lolMiner handles multi-GPU setups automatically. Just install all GPUs, configure each with proper cooling and power, and run the same batch file. The software detects all available cards and assigns work to each.

For specifying particular GPUs (if you want to mine different coins on different cards), use the –devices parameter:

–devices 0,2,3 (mines on GPU 0, 2, and 3, skips GPU 1)

Mining to a Remote Node

Maybe you’re running the node on a separate machine — a Raspberry Pi or a dedicated Linux server. Just change the pool address in your lolMiner configuration from 127.0.0.1:3008 to your node’s IP address.

Example: –pool 192.168.1.50:3008

Make sure your node’s firewall allows incoming Stratum connections from your mining rig. On Linux, that’s usually an iptables or ufw rule allowing port 3008.

There’s actually a benefit to separating node and miner: the node can run on lower-power hardware that stays on 24/7, while you turn mining rigs on and off based on electricity costs or noise tolerance. I do this during summer — the Pi runs the node, the GPU rigs only mine at night when power is cheaper and the house is cooler.

Comparing lolMiner to Other Mining Software for Autolykos

lolMiner isn’t the only option for Ergo. Other popular miners include:

• TeamRedMiner: Also excellent for AMD GPUs, similar hashrates. Slightly more aggressive overclocking profiles.
• T-Rex Miner: Better for Nvidia cards, but works on AMD too. Lower hashrate on Autolykos compared to lolMiner.
• NBMiner: Supports dual-mining Ergo with other coins like Zilliqa. Useful if you want to maximize GPU utilization.

For solo mining specifically, lolMiner and TeamRedMiner tie for first place on AMD hardware. Both connect easily to Stratum nodes, both have solid watchdog features, both deliver essentially identical hashrates.

I stick with lolMiner because the console output is cleaner. Sounds dumb, but when you’re checking miner stats ten times a day, readable logs matter.

If you’re curious about other mining software for different algorithms, check out my guides on CGMiner for SHA-256 solo mining or XMRig for Monero. Each algorithm has its own optimal miner, and learning multiple setups makes you way more flexible as a solo miner.

Security Considerations for Solo Mining With lolMiner

Running a full node and mining software opens up some attack surfaces. Nothing crazy, but worth considering:

Wallet Security: Never hardcode your wallet seed or private keys in mining scripts. Only use the public address. If someone gains access to your mining rig, they can’t steal funds — they’d need the actual wallet file or seed phrase.

Firewall Configuration: If your node’s Stratum port is exposed to the internet, anyone could point miners at it. Either bind Stratum to localhost only (127.0.0.1) or set up firewall rules limiting connections to your local network.

Malware and Fake Miners: Only download lolMiner from the official GitHub or website. Mining software has elevated system permissions to access GPUs, which makes it a prime target for malware. A compromised miner could install crypto-jacking software or keyloggers.

Windows Defender Flags: Legit mining software often gets flagged as a virus because miners exhibit behavior similar to trojans (high CPU/GPU usage, network connections, disabling sleep mode). Add an exception in Windows Defender for your lolMiner folder, but verify the download hash first.

Basically: don’t be careless. Solo mining involves running always-on hardware and network services. A little paranoia saves a lot of headaches.

Comparing Ergo Solo Mining to Other GPU-Mineable Coins

Why solo mine Ergo specifically? Because it’s one of the few GPU-only coins where solo mining is still remotely feasible for hobbyists. Compare to Ethereum Classic (ETC) where network hashrate is 180+ TH/s — your single-GPU odds are astronomically worse.

Other decent options for GPU solo mining in 2026:

• Ravencoin (RVN): KawPow algorithm, network hashrate around 5-8 TH/s. Better odds than Ergo for single-GPU miners. Check out my guide on most profitable GPU solo mining coins for full comparison.
• Kaspa (KAS): Currently dominated by ASICs, but there’s a GPU variant. Network hashrate makes solo mining nearly impossible without a massive farm though. More practical with small ASICs like the KS3.
• Karlsen: New Kaspa fork, super low network hashrate right now. Your solo odds are way better but the coin has almost no liquidity or exchange support. Risky play. I covered the setup in my Karlsen solo guide.
• Nexa: ASIC-resistant by design, GPU-only. Small network, decent solo odds. Price is volatile though. See my Nexa solo mining guide for full details.

Ergo hits a sweet spot: established coin with actual use cases and DeFi ecosystem, GPU-only algorithm keeping network hashrate reasonable, and enough market liquidity to sell blocks without crashing the price.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use lolMiner solo mining configuration with Nvidia GPUs?

Yes, lolMiner supports both AMD and Nvidia cards. But for Autolykos specifically, Nvidia GPUs generally pull 20-30% lower hashrate compared to AMD cards at the same power consumption. A 3070 gets around 120-130 MH/s at 110W, while an RX 6700 XT gets 150+ MH/s at 90W. For solo mining where every MH/s counts toward your odds, AMD is the better choice for Ergo. If you’re running Nvidia hardware, consider mining a different algorithm where those cards excel — like Octopus for Conflux.

How do I know if I actually found a block with lolMiner?

lolMiner will display a massive notification in the console: “Block found!” or similar message. Your Ergo node will also show the new block in its logs. But the real confirmation is checking your wallet — the block reward (66 ERG plus fees) will appear after 120 confirmations, which takes about 4 hours. Your wallet balance just jumps by 66+ ERG out of nowhere. Pretty surreal when it happens. Set up block notifications in your node config so you get an alert even if you’re not watching the console.

Is solo mining more profitable than pool mining for Ergo?

Not in expected value terms. Pool mining gives you consistent small payouts based on your hashrate. Over time, pool mining and solo mining earn the same average amount (minus pool fees of 1-2%). But solo mining has massive variance — you might earn nothing for months, then suddenly hit a block worth $150-200. If you need steady income to cover electricity costs, pool mine. If you’re okay with lottery-style randomness, solo mine. I do it because the thrill of potentially hitting a block outweighs the small steady pool payouts. That’s a personal choice though.

Can I run lolMiner solo mining configuration on Linux?

Absolutely. lolMiner actually runs slightly better on Linux because driver overhead is lower and you can script automatic restarts more easily. Use Ubuntu 22.04 or similar with the latest amdgpu-pro or rocm drivers. The setup process is identical to Windows — download the Linux binary, create a shell script instead of a batch file, and run it with ./lolminer. I run my basement rigs on Ubuntu Server specifically because it uses less RAM than Windows and never bothers me with forced updates during mining sessions. For optimization tips, see my guide on mining OS optimization.

What happens if my internet goes down while solo mining with lolMiner?

Your miner loses connection to your node and stops hashing. No work = no mining. The node itself might keep running if it already synced the blockchain, but it can’t receive new blocks from the network without internet. When internet comes back, the node catches up (usually takes a few seconds to a minute), and lolMiner automatically reconnects and resumes mining. You don’t lose progress because there’s no “progress” in solo mining — every hash is independent. It’s not like rendering a video where you lose work if it crashes halfway. You just lose time while offline, but the moment you reconnect, your odds are the same as before. For more on internet requirements, check my guide on solo mining bandwidth needs.