Bitcoin Mining
Bitcoin mining is a passive money-making activity where players set up mining rigs connected to a power supply to accumulate bitcoins over time. Once you have a supply of bitcoins, sell them at the terminal for cash. Like money printers, bit miners require a solid base setup and are a target for raids.
Setting Up
To get started you need a bitminer and a power source — either a generator or a solar converter. Connect the power supply to your miner using power leads and extension leads. Once connected and powered on, your miner will begin accumulating bitcoins passively.
Miner Tiers
There are multiple tiers of bitminer available — Bitminer 1, Bitminer 2, and Bitminer Rack. Higher tier miners accumulate bitcoins faster. The Bitminer Rack supports up to 8 server module slots which can be installed or swapped out to further increase mining rate.
The Terminal
Each miner has a terminal that authorised players can interact with. Through the terminal you can toggle mining on or off, sell accumulated bitcoins for cash, install or remove server modules, and upgrade your mining rate. Some miners also support remote terminal access, letting you manage your setup from elsewhere on the map without physically visiting it.
By default only the owner of the miner can access the terminal. You can authorise additional players to allow your gang members or housemates to manage the setup and sell bitcoins on your behalf.
CP are blocked from using bit miners. Make sure you are on an eligible job before setting up your mining operation.
Bit miners are visible and physical — they are a clear sign to raiders that there is something worth taking in your base. Keep them hidden and well defended, and make sure your power supply is protected too. Destroying the power connection will shut your miners down.