AlgorithmBLAKE2b-SiaPurpose-built ASIC mining hardware.
Original networkSiacoin (SC)The original supported cryptocurrency for this product family.
Additional networkXBT (BTCB2)Bitcoin BLAKE2b; separate from standard SHA-256 Bitcoin.
Why XBT Uses BLAKE2b
XBT, also referred to as BTCB2 by some services, is a separate Bitcoin network using BLAKE2b proof of work. Following the BIP-110 episode, a later hardfork changed the network's mining algorithm from SHA-256d to BLAKE2b at block 961,640 on August 30, 2026. BIP-110 itself was a softfork proposal and was not the same as the later BLAKE2b hardfork. Standard SHA-256 Bitcoin miners cannot mine this network. Read the network explanation.
DxPool XBT (Blake2B)
DxPool accepts compatible BLAKE2b and BLAKE2b-Sia ASIC miners. Its documentation lists the Goldshell SC5 Pro as a supported example.
- Pool URL: xbt.ss.dxpool.com:3388
- Worker: XBT address, address.workerID or DxPool sub-account
- Password: any value
View DxPool XBT tutorial ↗
CONVOY DATUM Advanced recommendation
Recommended for operators who can run a synced Bitcoin Knots node and a local DATUM Gateway. The operator's node builds block templates while CONVOY coordinates pooled mining work.
- Supports BLAKE2b and BLAKE2b-Sia miners through a local Stratum gateway
- Use Bitcoin Knots 29.4.2 and a CONVOY build containing fix 56c31f4 or later
- Start with limited hashrate, monitor accepted shares and rejects, and configure a backup pool
- Coinbase rewards require about 6,480 confirmations—roughly 45 days—to mature under current chain rules
View CONVOY DATUM setup guide ↗
Compatibility note: Firmware, pool protocol and operating mode may vary between production batches. Before deploying multiple units, confirm a stable connection, accepted shares, reward credit and payout on the selected miner. Pool availability, fees, wallet support and market liquidity can change.