Download checklist
Verify source, version and release notes before running the tool.
Use this page when the tool cannot find miners, API operations fail, firmware updates stall or Windows security software blocks scanning.
| Symptom | Likely cause | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| No miners found | Wrong subnet or blocked discovery | Check IP range, VPN, Windows Firewall and router segmentation. |
| Auth error | Password mismatch or default credential issue | Update admin password through WhatsMiner Tool and retry. |
| API operation fails | API switch disabled or unsupported firmware | Enable Miner API Switch and verify firmware support. |
| Firmware update fails | Wrong file, model mismatch or rollback restriction | Use correct official .bin file and read release notes. |
| Antivirus warning | Network scanner heuristic or unverified archive | Verify source, scan file and avoid unknown mirrors. |
Confirm network reachability and rescan the exact range.
Update password records and retry authenticated operations.
Save logs before reboot, reset or firmware action.
Use factory reset or firmware recovery only after model-specific documentation review.