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.
Setting up a Sia host on Windows involves transforming your local machine into a storage node for the decentralized Sia network. This process, primarily managed through the official hostd software , allows you to earn Siacoins by renting out excess hard drive space. How To Setup a SIA Host – Windows Tutorial
Before starting, ensure your Windows machine meets the minimum technical requirements to avoid financial penalties or contract failures. To allow renters to reach your host, you
Select and give it a name (e.g., hostdata.dat ). 9983 & 9984: RHP v3 and WebSocket protocol
A 64-bit version of Windows that is fully up to date.
Consider using gpedit.msc to disable automatic Windows reboots so your host doesn't go offline unexpectedly for updates.
A 256GB SSD for the hostd application and its database storage.