The safest way to update ElphaPex DG Home 1 firmware is to download a model-specific package from the official ElphaPex support page, back up every mining setting, connect through wired Ethernet and keep the miner powered until it completes its automatic reboot. Never rename, extract or modify the firmware package unless the accompanying ElphaPex instructions specifically require it.
A normal web-dashboard update usually follows this sequence:
- Record the current firmware version and configuration.
- Confirm that the release is intended for DG Home 1.
- Download the firmware from an official source.
- Verify its file name, size and published checksum.
- Open Update in the local web dashboard.
- Upload the supported .zip or .img package.
- Start the update without closing, restarting or powering off the miner.
- Wait for the DG Home 1 to reboot.
- Verify the version, pool connection, temperatures and accepted shares.
The DG Home 1 manual specifically warns that the miner must remain powered on and no other operations should be performed during installation. Interrupting the write process can corrupt the control-board software and require recovery media or technical support.
| Safe-update checkpoint | Required action |
| Firmware source | Official ElphaPex support page or a file supplied directly by verified support |
| Correct model | DG Home 1, not DG1, DG1+, DG2 or DG Hydro 1 |
| Supported file type | .zip or .img, depending on the release |
| Network | Wired Ethernet recommended |
| Power | Stable and uninterrupted |
| Configuration backup | Pool, wallet, network and operating-mode details recorded |
| Post-update check | Version, hashboards, cooling system, pool shares and errors |
| Failed update | Stop repeated flashing and request the correct recovery package |
The current hardware specification, manual availability and purchasing information can be checked on theJSBIT ElphaPex DG Home 1 product page.
Check the Current Firmware Version and Confirm an Update Is Needed
Do not update a working miner simply because a downloadable file has a newer-looking date. Firmware updates can fix faults and add useful features, but every flash operation introduces a small risk.
First determine which firmware is already installed. Then compare it with the current release notes and decide whether the differences matter to your machine.
Find the Installed Firmware Version
Connect a computer to the same local network as the DG Home 1 and enter the miner’s IP address in a browser. Sign in to the web dashboard using the current administrator credentials.
The DG Home 1 server manual states that the firmware version appears near the bottom of the dashboard. Depending on the firmware, the label may appear as firmwareVersion, Firmware Version or a similar field.
A version can resemble:
DG-Home1_V1.0.5_20250226.1216_RELEASE
Record the entire string, not only V1.0.5. The build date and release identifier can distinguish two packages that otherwise appear similar.
If you do not know the IP address, inspect the DHCP client list in your router, use the miner’s IP-report function or run the official ElphaPex discovery tool on the local network.
Review the Release Notes and Fixed Issues
Open theofficial ElphaPex support page and follow the Firmware/Tools Download option. Compare the available DG Home 1 release with the version shown by your miner.
Useful release notes should identify:
- Compatible miner model
- Firmware version and build date
- Resolved faults
- Security or SSL changes
- Pool-connection improvements
- Power-management changes
- Wi-Fi or network changes
- Known limitations
- Whether configuration is retained
- Any required intermediate version
For example, the publicly documented DG Home 1 V1.0.5 release notes describe a WLAN disable function, SSL pool-connection support, a fix for configurations being unexpectedly cleared and power-consumption optimizations.
Release notes matter because a higher version number does not guarantee a meaningful benefit for every owner. A network fix may be valuable to one pool configuration while making no visible difference to another miner.
Decide Whether the Update Benefits Your Miner
An update is generally worth considering when it:
- Fixes a fault currently affecting the machine
- Improves pool stability or rejected-share calculation
- Addresses configurations being erased
- Adds a required secure pool connection
- Improves fan, pump or power-control behavior
- Resolves a documented security issue
- Is specifically recommended by ElphaPex support
Postpone the update when the package does not clearly identify DG Home 1 compatibility, the release notes are missing, the miner is remotely located without recovery access or the electrical supply is unstable.
If the miner is operating reliably and the release provides no relevant fix, waiting for additional field reports can be safer than updating immediately.
Download the Correct DG Home 1 Firmware From an Official Source
Using the wrong image is one of the most avoidable causes of failed ASIC firmware installations. Similar ElphaPex model names do not mean their firmware is interchangeable.
Use the Official ElphaPex Download Page
Begin at theElphaPex support center. Use its technical-support or Firmware/Tools Download section rather than downloading a package from a forum, shared cloud drive or messaging-group attachment.
If the required release is not visible, contact ElphaPex support and request:
- The latest stable DG Home 1 firmware
- The release notes
- The package checksum
- The recommended installation method
- Confirmation that the update preserves settings
- Recovery instructions for the relevant control-board revision
A reseller can help confirm product and warranty information, but the firmware itself should originate from ElphaPex or its verified support channel. JSBIT customers can use theJSBIT contact page to request assistance identifying the correct support route.
Match the Firmware to the Exact Miner Model
The package name should explicitly contain DG Home 1 or DG-Home1. Do not install firmware intended for:
- ElphaPex DG1
- ElphaPex DG1+
- ElphaPex DG1S
- ElphaPex DG2
- ElphaPex DG2 Mini
- ElphaPex DG2+
- ElphaPex DG Hydro 1
Before continuing, compare the model on the miner’s physical label with the model specified on the download page. Also verify whether ElphaPex distinguishes between control-board revisions or production batches.
A package such as DG-Home1_V1.0.5…RELEASE.zip has the expected model identifier. A file that only says “DG firmware” is not sufficiently specific.
Check the File Name, Size and Download Integrity
Record the published file name and size before downloading. Afterward, confirm that the local file matches both.
If ElphaPex supplies an MD5, SHA-256 or other checksum, calculate the checksum of the downloaded file and compare the complete value. A mismatch can indicate a damaged, incomplete or different package.
For example, a publicly documented V1.0.5 DG Home 1 package is approximately 71.57 MB and has published checksums for both the release archive and its update image. Treat these as release-specific examples, not values for every future firmware package.
Do not proceed if:
- The download is substantially smaller than stated
- The browser renamed the file unexpectedly
- The checksum does not match
- The archive cannot be read
- The model identifier is missing
- The file came from an unverified mirror
- Antivirus or operating-system security reports unexpected content
Do not unpack a .zip firmware package merely because it can be opened. The web dashboard supports .zip and .img files, but the correct choice depends on how that release was packaged.
Back Up Mining Settings and Prepare a Stable Update Environment
A firmware update may preserve the existing configuration, but miners should prepare for the possibility of a factory reset or changed network behavior.
Record Pool, Wallet and Network Settings
Take screenshots or create a written record of:
- Primary pool URL and port
- Secondary and tertiary pool URLs
- Worker or wallet name
- Worker password
- Payout wallet address
- Static IP address, if used
- Subnet mask
- Default gateway
- DNS servers
- Wi-Fi settings, if applicable
- Dashboard administrator password
The DG Home 1 can store three pool entries in priority order. Record all three, including their exact capitalization and punctuation.
Avoid placing private wallet seed phrases or exchange passwords in the backup. A miner normally needs only a public payout address or pool worker name.
Save the Current Power and Performance Mode
Record whether the DG Home 1 is using:
- Normal or Work mode
- Overclock mode
- Power Save mode
- Sleep mode
Firmware updates may restore the default Work profile. After installation, verify the selected mode instead of assuming it was retained.
Also record the pre-update hashrate, wall power, fan speed, pump speed and operating temperature. These values provide a baseline for detecting changes after the flash.
Use Wired Ethernet and Prevent Power Interruptions
Although the manual says the DG Home 1 can update through wired or wireless networks, wired Ethernet is the safer choice. It reduces the risk of an interrupted browser session caused by weak Wi-Fi, roaming or router-channel changes.
Connect the miner and update computer to a stable local network. Avoid performing the update through:
- Public Wi-Fi
- Mobile tethering
- A weak wireless bridge
- An unreliable remote desktop session
- A VPN that blocks local access
- A remotely controlled smart plug
Power stability is even more important. Do not start during an electrical storm, planned outage or known period of grid instability. A correctly sized UPS may protect the controller and miner, but it must be rated for the DG Home 1’s complete load rather than only ordinary computer equipment.
Let the Miner Return to a Normal Temperature
If the miner has recently overheated, shut down unexpectedly or reported a pump fault, do not immediately flash new firmware in an attempt to repair it.
Return the unit to a normal operating temperature and confirm that:
- The water pump is running
- Radiator fans rotate normally
- Coolant and chip temperatures are stable
- Airflow channels are unobstructed
- The power supply is not overheating
- The dashboard remains accessible
A firmware update cannot safely compensate for failed cooling hardware. Resolve physical faults first.
Update DG Home 1 Firmware Through the Web Dashboard
The web-dashboard method is the simplest approach when the miner boots normally and remains accessible on the local network.
Open the Firmware Upgrade Page
Enter the DG Home 1 IP address in a browser and sign in. In the dashboard navigation, select Update. Some versions may place it under System or Server Management.
Before uploading anything, verify one final time:
- Dashboard model is DG Home 1
- Current firmware version has been recorded
- The downloaded package names DG Home 1
- Configuration has been backed up
- Power and Ethernet are stable
Close unnecessary dashboard tabs so the update is not accidentally submitted twice.
Upload the Firmware Package Without Modifying It
Click the Firmware File field and select the official .zip or .img package specified by ElphaPex.
The DG Home 1 manual confirms that the web updater supports both extensions. This does not mean users should arbitrarily switch between them. Upload the package in the exact form supplied or explicitly specified in its instructions.
Do not:
- Rename the extension
- Recompress the archive
- Add or remove files
- Use an image extracted from an unrelated package
- Upload a DG1 or DG2 firmware image
- Refresh the page while the file is transferring
Wait for the upload to finish completely before starting installation.
Start the Installation and Monitor Its Progress
Click UPDATE once. The dashboard should begin validating and installing the package.
A progress indicator may stop temporarily at one percentage while data is being written. That does not necessarily mean the process has failed. Do not repeatedly click UPDATE or use the browser’s Back button.
Observe the miner without issuing additional commands. Fan behavior, indicators and network availability may change during the process.
A concise update sequence is:
| Stage | Expected behavior |
| Package upload | Browser transfers firmware to the miner |
| Validation | Miner checks or prepares the package |
| Flashing | Firmware is written to internal storage |
| Reboot | Dashboard temporarily becomes unavailable |
| Initialization | Controller and mining services start |
| Pool reconnection | Hashrate gradually returns |
Keep the Miner Powered Until It Reboots
Never switch off the DG Home 1 while the firmware is being written. Do not unplug Ethernet, press Reset or operate a smart plug.
The official server manual states that the miner will restart when the update is complete and return to the Dashboard page. Allow at least 10–15 minutes before assuming that a temporarily inaccessible miner has failed.
After reboot, the router may take additional time to show the miner in its DHCP list. If the browser still displays an old page, refresh it only after the miner has completed its restart.
Verify the Update and Recover From a Failed Firmware Installation
An automatic reboot does not by itself prove that the entire update succeeded. Confirm both firmware identity and mining operation.
Confirm the New Firmware Version and Saved Settings
Sign back into the dashboard and compare the displayed version with the intended release.
Then check:
- Pool URLs and worker details
- Payout address
- Network configuration
- Administrator password
- Work, OC or Power Save mode
- Time and monitoring settings
If the miner received a new DHCP address, access it through the new address and consider creating a router reservation to make future maintenance easier.
Check Hashboards, Temperatures and Pool Shares
Allow the DG Home 1 to warm up in Normal mode before evaluating performance. Confirm that:
- Every hashboard is detected
- Hashrate approaches the expected range
- Pump RPM is nonzero and stable
- Radiator fans respond to temperature
- Chip and coolant temperatures stabilize
- Pool status becomes Alive or Connected
- Accepted shares increase
- Rejected shares remain reasonable
- No persistent hardware error appears
Compare these readings with the backup recorded before updating. Avoid enabling Overclock immediately; first establish that the miner is stable in its default profile.
Further Scrypt setup information can be found through theJSBIT mining knowledge center.
Use SD Card Recovery if the Web Update Fails
The DG Home 1 has a TF or microSD recovery interface, but SD-card flashing should be treated as a recovery procedure—not an alternative place to copy the ordinary web package.
Recovery normally requires:
- A DG Home 1 recovery image
- The ElphaPex-approved disk-writing tool
- A compatible microSD card
- A Windows computer if required by the tool
- Model- and control-board-specific instructions
Obtain the recovery image and exact procedure from ElphaPex support. Do not reuse a DG1, DG1+ or DG Hydro recovery image. Do not guess the card format, partition structure, boot sequence or required file extraction.
If the web update fails but the dashboard is still accessible, save the logs and current version before attempting anything else.
Contact Support if Errors Continue After Recovery
Stop repeated update attempts when:
- The miner will not boot
- The controller is not detected on the network
- Firmware repeatedly fails validation
- Hashboards disappear after updating
- Pool settings are erased after every reboot
- Pump or fan readings are missing
- The miner enters a restart loop
- SD recovery does not complete
Repeated flashing with different images can make diagnosis harder. Contact theofficial ElphaPex service center or the seller and provide:
- Miner model and serial number
- Control-board revision, if known
- Previous and attempted firmware versions
- Exact package file name
- Update method used
- Error messages
- Indicator-light behavior
- Dashboard screenshots
- Logs and a description of recovery attempts
Do not publicly share passwords, wallet credentials or private network details.
ElphaPex DG Home 1 Firmware Update FAQs
How Long Does a DG Home 1 Firmware Update Take?
Usually about 5–15 minutes, including reboot. Allow additional time before concluding that an unresponsive miner has failed.
Can New Firmware Improve Hashrate or Power Efficiency?
Yes, if the release changes frequency control, power management or fault handling. Improvements are release-specific and are not guaranteed.
Will a Firmware Update Change the Miner’s IP Address?
It can. A factory reset or renewed DHCP lease may assign a different address. Check the router’s client list after reboot.
Can DG Home 1 Firmware Be Updated Remotely?
Technically it may be possible, but local access is safer. Do not update remotely unless someone can physically recover the miner if power, networking or rebooting fails.
What if I Forget the Web Dashboard Password Before Updating?
Use the manufacturer-approved password-reset or factory-restore procedure. A factory restore can erase pool settings and return the original password, so record the configuration first whenever possible.
