> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mantrachain.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started

> Get started as an operator on MANTRA Chain

**1. System Requirements**

Ensure your system meets these minimum requirements:

* **CPU**: 4+ cores (≥3.5 GHz recommended for validators)
* **RAM**: 16GB minimum (32GB recommended for validators)
* **Storage**: 500GB+ SSD, 5000+ IOPS (2TB+ NVMe recommended for validators)
* **Network**: 25+ Mbps (100+ Mbps recommended for validators)

> [!NOTE]
>
> Bare metal servers are recommended over cloud VMs for optimal performance. See [Chain Parameters](https://mantrachain.mintlify.site/resources/chain-parameters.md#system-requirements) for detailed requirements.

**2. Set Up Your Node**

Follow our [Running a Node](https://mantrachain.mintlify.site/operators/node-setup-and-deployment/validator-nodes/running-a-node.md) guide to set up your MANTRA Chain full node.

**3. Choose Your Role**

Operators can run various infrastructure components:

* **Validators**: [Become a Validator](https://mantrachain.mintlify.site/operators/node-setup-and-deployment/validator-nodes/becoming-a-validator.md) to join the active set
* **Oracles**: [Set up Oracle](https://mantrachain.mintlify.site/operators/node-setup-and-deployment/validator-nodes/oracle-setup.md) to provide price feeds
* **For Relayers**: IBC and ICQ relayer documentation coming soon


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