To allow renters to reach your host, you must log into your router and forward TCP ports 9981 through 9984 . 9981: Consensus p2p network. 9982: Renter-host protocol v2. 9983 & 9984: RHP v3 and WebSocket protocol.
A stable internet connection with nearly 100% uptime. Installation and Initial Setup How To Setup a SIA Host – Windows Tutorial
A quad-core CPU and at least 8GB of RAM (16GB recommended for heavy loads). Storage: To allow renters to reach your host, you
Open hostd from your Start Menu. On the first launch, you must: Name your storage provider. 9983 & 9984: RHP v3 and WebSocket protocol
To maintain a high reputation and attract more renters, follow these community guidelines:
The management dashboard is typically found at http://localhost:9980 while hostd runs in the background. Add Storage Volumes: Click the Volume icon in the sidebar.
Consider using gpedit.msc to disable automatic Windows reboots so your host doesn't go offline unexpectedly for updates.