Ethereum: How to Identify Bitcoin Version
If you are running Ethereum (not Bitcoin) on your server, the version number printed by ./bitcoind -version or similar commands is likely incorrect. In this article, we will walk you through a step-by-step process to identify the correct version of Ethereum.
Why is Bitcoin Version Important?
Before we dive into the solution, let’s quickly review why it is important to know your Bitcoin version:
- Compatibility: Some programs and services may require specific versions of Bitcoin.
- Security: Using an outdated version of Bitcoin can make you vulnerable to security attacks.
- Optimization
: Knowing the correct version of Bitcoin can help optimize your server for better performance.
Step-by-step solution
- Run
./bitcoind -versionand identify the version
- Open a terminal on your server and navigate to where
./bitcoindis.
- Run
./bitcoind -versionand note the version printed (e.g., “Bitcoin: No version specified”).
- Check for additional output
- You may see additional output indicating a specific version of Bitcoin, such as:
- “Bitcoin: [Version number] (includes changes since 2018-01-21)”
- “Bitcoin: 0.15.2 (unstable) – unstable”
- Identify the correct version
- Look for any mention of the correct version number in the additional output.
- Check with
./bitcoind --version
- You can also use
./bitcoind --versionto check the version without printing it.
Sample Output and Explanation
Here is an example of what you might see when running ./bitcoind -version:
Bitcoin: 0.15.2 (unstable) - unstable
From this output, we can identify that the correct version number is, in fact, “0.15.2”.
Tips and Precautions
- Make sure to use a terminal or command prompt instead of running
./bitcoinddirectly from your server.
*Some programs may require specific versions of Bitcoin, so it’s always a good idea to check.
If you follow these steps, you should be able to identify the correct version of Ethereum on your server. If you are still unsure or have any problems, please don’t hesitate to ask!
