ASIC Miner Academy 1-Week Training Syllabus
ASIC Miner Academy: 1-Week Training Syllabus Course Duration: 5 Business Days
Course Format: Daily Modules & Hands-On Exercises, with 120-Minutes of Consultation Sessions Target Audience: Entry-Level Technicians Specializing in Antminer S19J Pro & S19 XP
Objective: This 1-week intensive course equips technicians with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to safely handle, disassemble, clean, reassemble, and interpret kernel logs for Antminer S19J Pro & S19 XP units. By completion, participants will be prepared to conduct fundamental repairs and troubleshoot frequent miner issues.
Day 1: Introduction & Essential Preparations Topics Covered: • Overview of the 1-week onboarding process • Fundamentals of an ASIC repair facility (layout, ESD safety) • Essential tools for S19J Pro & S19 XP miner repair Primary Modules:
• Getting Started: 1-Week Training Program • Getting Started: 1-Week Exercise Guide • Basics You Need To Know:
o Day 1: Introduction & Essential Preparations o Day 1: Master ESD Safety for Bitcoin Mining Equipment o Day 1: Importance of Recognizing Hardware Components
Primary Training Guide Reading: • Specialization For The Antminer S19J Pro Pages (10-27)
Tools to Use: • Miner Tools Hub: Starter Equipment List • Weekly Time Tracking Tool
Exercises: • DAY 1 | Exercise 1: Fundamentals of Tool Identification • DAY 1 | Exercise 2: ESD Safety & Application
Live Consultation (1 Hour) • Course Expectations & Q&A: Discuss structure, daily objectives, and exercises.
Day 2: Disassembly of the Miner Unit Topics Covered: • Safe shell disassembly for S19J Pro & S19 XP • Proper labeling and organization of removed components • Techniques to avoid hardware damage and facilitate correct reassembly Primary Modules: • Day 2: Disassembly of the Miner Unit (Antminer S19 XP) OR • Day 2: Disassembly of the Miner Unit (Antminer S19J Pro)
Supplementary Modules: • Day 2: Disassembly of the Miner Unit (Antminer S21)
Primary Training Guide Reading: • Specialization For The Antminer S19J Pro Pages (28-51) OR • Specialization For The Antminer S19 XP Pages (31-66) Supplemented Reading: • Specialization For The Antminer S21 Pages (8-46) Tools to Use: • Miner Tools Hub: Starter Equipment List • Miner Installation Hub: S19 Series Documentation Center Exercises: • DAY 2 | Exercise 1: Disassembling the Antminer Unit • DAY 2 | Exercise 2: PSU Removal and Replacement • DAY 2 | Exercise 3: Cooling Fan Replacement • DAY 2 | Exercise 4: Control Board Replacement • DAY 2 | Exercise 5: Documentation & Storage
Day 3: Cleaning the Hashboards Topics Covered: • Hashboard cleaning to improve diagnostic accuracy • Using IPA baths, compressed air, and ultrasonic cleaning methods • Identifying debris-related issues or signs of corrosion Primary Modules: • Day 3: Comprehensive Cleaning and Maintenance (Antminer S19 XP) OR • Day 3: Comprehensive Cleaning and Maintenance (Antminer S19J Pro) Supplementary Modules: • Day 3: Comprehensive Cleaning and Maintenance (Antminer S21) Primary Training Guide Reading: • Specialization For The Antminer S19J Pro Pages (28-51) OR • Specialization For The Antminer S19 XP Pages (31-66) Supplemental Reading: • Specialization For The Antminer S21 Pages (8-46)
Tools to Use: • Miner Tools Hub: Starter Equipment List • Hashboard Tracking Tag Generator • Miner Installation Hub: S19 Series Documentation Center
Exercises: • DAY 3 | Exercise 1: Hashboard Cleaning
Live Consultation (1 Hour) • Q&A on Cleaning Techniques: Confirm understanding of best cleaning practices before diagnostics.
Day 4: Reassembly & Thermal Management Topics Covered:
• Proper alignment of hashboards and cables • Thermal contact and heatsink considerations • Checking for missing or loose screws, cables, and connectors Primary Modules: • Day 4: Reassembling Antminer Hashboards (S19J Pro) • Day 4: Reassembling Antminer Hashboards (S19 XP) Supplementary Modules: • Day 4: Reassembling Antminer Hashboards (S21) Primary Training Guide Reading: • Specialization For The Antminer S19 XP Pages (284-299) • Specialization For The Antminer S19J Pro Pages (197-225) Supplemental Reading: • Specialization for the Antminer S21 Pages (258-280)
Tools to Use: • Miner Performance and Profitability Tracker • ASIC Repair Success Tracker • Miner Installation Hub • Miner Tools Hub
Exercises: • DAY 4 | Exercise: Reassembling the Antminer S19 XP Hashboards
Day 5: Miner Kernel Log Interpretation Topics Covered: • Extracting and interpreting kernel logs • Recognizing typical errors, temperature anomalies, and hashing issues • Diagnostic steps for startup problems and error codes Primary Modules:
• Day 5: Kernel Log Diagnostics (S19J Pro) • Day 5: Kernel Log Diagnostics (S19 XP)
Supplementary Modules: • Day 5: Kernel Log Diagnostics (S21) Primary Training Guide Reading:
• Specialization For The Antminer S19J Pro Pages (182-195) OR • Specialization For The Antminer S19 XP Pages (266-283) Supplemental Reading: • Specialization for the Antminer S21 Pages (241-257)
Tools to Use:
• Antminer Tools Center • ASIC Repair Success Tracker
Live Consultation (1 Hour) • Final Q&A: Individual feedback, discussion of next steps in professional ASIC repair, and advanced topic recommendations. Exercises: • DAY 5 | Exercise: Reading and Diagnosing Kernel Logs on the Antminer S19 XP
Next-Level Diagnostics: Unlock Your Advanced Path Continue your learning journey beyond troubleshooting basics by exploring deeper insights, specialized modules, and expert techniques. Expand your proficiency with thorough diagnostics for both Antminer S19J Pro and S19 XP, master detailed voltmeter testing, and delve into more bonus materials on the Antminer S21. By unlocking these advanced resources, you’ll sharpen your edge in miner repair and elevate your skills to true professional mastery.
Up Next: Common Repair Scenarios & Troubleshooting Topics Covered:
• Frequent miner failures (fan errors, power issues, hashboard defects) • Checking common voltage, connections, and temperature sensors • Testing and confirming functionality after minor fixes Primary Modules: • Diagnostics and Maintenance of the Antminer S19 XP Hashboard • Detailed Voltmeter Testing Strategies for Antminer S19 XP Hashboards OR • Diagnostics for the Antminer S19J Pro Hash Board
• Diagnostics for the Antminer S19J Pro Hash Board Part 2 • Diagnostics for the Antminer S19J Pro Hash Board Part 3
Supplementary Modules: • Detailed Diagnostics Course for the Antminer S21 Hashboard
Primary Training Guide Reading: • Specialization For The Antminer S19 XP Pages (84-127) OR • Specialization For The Antminer S19J Pro Pages (52-94) Supplemental Reading: • Specialization For The Antminer S21 Pages (80-103)
Tools to Use:
• ASIC Repair Success Tracker
Exercises: • Practice Scenarios: Use test boards or sample units to isolate defective components and perform basic repairs.
Training Conclusion: Throughout this 1-week program, participants develop ESD-safe handling, basic miner disassembly/assembly techniques, hashboard cleaning methods, and kernel log interpretation skills specific to Antminer S19J Pro & S19 XP. After completing the exercises and final practical assessment, technicians will have the core competencies required to maintain and troubleshoot these ASIC miners.
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