Bitaxe Turbo Touch Setup Guide

This Bitaxe Turbo Touch setup guide covers the official Bitaxe Turbo Touch model running AxeOS. Please reach out to your retailer if your Bitaxe device is running a different version of firmware or AxeOS.

Updated on March 2, 2026 – firmware version v2.13.0

This guide applies specifically to the official Bitaxe Turbo Touch running AxeOS v2.13.0. Interface elements may differ slightly in future firmware releases.

1. Safety Guidelines (Please Read Carefully)

1.1 Power Supply Safety

• Use the Provided Power Supply: Third-party power supplies may damage the device or create safety hazards. The power supply supplied by Solo Satoshi has been specifically tested and validated for this device.
• Note: If you choose to use a third-party power supply, check the output voltage and polarity before connecting it. Using the wrong voltage power supply can permanently damage your Bitaxe and may lead to injury or a fire risk.
• Avoid Overloading Outlets: Do not connect multiple high-power devices to a single outlet. This can trip breakers and increases the risk of electrical fire.

1.2 Electrical Safety

• Operate in a dry, well-ventilated area to prevent moisture damage.
• Unplug the device before performing maintenance, adjustments, or moving it.

1.3 Physical Handling

• Handle the Bitaxe Turbo Touch with care. Avoid dropping or subjecting it to physical shock.
• The Bitaxe Turbo Touch features an integrated touchscreen display. Avoid pressing the screen with excessive force or using sharp objects.

1.4 Heat Management

• Ensure the device is placed in a well-ventilated area. Avoid enclosed spaces.

Note: ASIC chips perform trillions of computations per second and operate at high temperatures (commonly 60 to 70 degrees C, or 140 to 158 degrees F). Surface temperatures near the heatsink may feel hot during operation. This is normal. Your device includes thermal protection settings that will place the miner into “Overheat Mode” if temperatures exceed safe limits.

1.5 Networking Safety

• Use secure Wi-Fi connections and avoid sharing your network credentials publicly.
• Set a strong, unique password for your home network.

1.6 General Precautions

• Keep the Bitaxe out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not open the casing, remove heatsinks, or modify internal components unless explicitly directed by Solo Satoshi support. Unauthorized modifications will void your warranty.

1.7 Emergency Procedures

• Fire or Smoke: If smoke or a burning smell occurs, unplug the device immediately. Do not use water to extinguish electrical fires.

1.8 Disposal and Recycling

Dispose of the Bitaxe according to local e-waste regulations. Recycle components where possible.

2. Step-by-Step Bitaxe Turbo Touch Setup

Quick Start Summary (60 seconds)

1. Plug in the 12V power supply.
2. Connect to your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network.
3. Open AxeOS using the device IP address in a browser.
4. Replace the default wallet address and pool settings.
5. Save and restart.

2.1 Powering on Your Device

• Use the provided 12V power supply to plug in your Bitaxe. Ensure the power source is stable.

2.2 Connecting the Bitaxe Turbo Touch to Wi-Fi

Once the Bitaxe Turbo Touch is powered on, the Wi-Fi settings screen will appear.

1. Tap Scan Networks to locate nearby Wi-Fi networks.
2. Tap the Network Name (SSID) drop-down to select your local network (2.4GHz Wi-Fi only).
3. Tap the Password field and enter your Wi-Fi password using the touchscreen keypad (Password is case sensitive).
4. Tap Connect to connect your device to selected Wi-Fi network (wait 15-20 seconds for device status to change to “connected”).
5. Once connected, navigate to the home screen to verify your miner is hashing.
6. All screens that display price, block height, or latest blocks will require a few seconds to sync, once the applicable navigation tabs are selected.

Note: If you enter your Wi-Fi credentials incorrectly, your device will not connect. Ensure capitalization, numbers, special characters, and spaces are entered exactly as shown on your router settings.

Note: The Wi-Fi chip on Bitaxe devices supports 2.4GHz networks only. Most modern routers broadcast both 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

Tip: If your IP address does not load in a browser later, try rebooting the Bitaxe and reconnecting your phone or computer to the same Wi-Fi network.

2.3 Accessing AxeOS via IP Address

AxeOS is the open-source operating system that powers Bitaxe devices. It provides a web-based interface for configuring Wi-Fi, mining pool settings, wallet addresses, and hardware parameters such as ASIC frequency, fan speed, and core voltage. AxeOS can be accessed through any browser on your local network using the device IP address.

Once connected to your home Wi-Fi, the Bitaxe Turbo Touch will display an IP address on the Wi-Fi settings screen. Enter this IP address into your browser to access AxeOS. Ensure your computer or phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Bitaxe Turbo Touch.

2.4 Connecting a Bitcoin Wallet & Pool

The Bitaxe Turbo Touch Bitcoin miner comes pre-configured with a default Bitcoin wallet address and solo mining pools (Public-Pool and Solo CK). To receive your own mining rewards, you must replace the default wallet address with your own valid on-chain Bitcoin receiving address.

Important: If you do not replace the default wallet address, any mining rewards will be paid to the default address, not to you.

To replace the default credentials, select the Pool tab inside AxeOS.

For wallet recommendations (including free options), see our guide on choosing the best wallet for your Bitaxe.

1. Navigate to the Pool tab in the AxeOS left sidebar.
2. Enter your mining pool Stratum Host and Stratum Port.
3. Enter your valid on-chain Bitcoin wallet address in the User field. Set Password to x.
4. Configure your Fallback Pool with a different pool credentials. Your wallet address may stay the same.
5. Click Save and Restart to apply your configuration.

Note: If you do not enter a valid on-chain Bitcoin receiving address, your device will not submit valid shares to the pool and you will not receive mining rewards. Lightning addresses cannot be used in these fields.

Note: Your fallback pool credentials should be different from your primary pool to ensure mining continuity if your primary pool goes offline.

After clicking Save and Restart, your Bitaxe Turbo Touch should be mining. You can verify this by checking the home screen for an active hashrate and accepted share activity. If you experience any issues during setup, submit a support ticket and our team will assist you.

Not sure which mining pool is right for you? Read our guide on understanding mining pools to find the best fit for your setup.

3. Understanding the Bitaxe Turbo Touch Dashboard

3.1 Home Screen Overview

Once your Bitaxe Turbo Touch is connected to Wi-Fi and mining, the home screen displays your real-time mining statistics at a glance.

3.2 Navigation Bar

The bottom navigation bar on the Bitaxe Turbo Touch provides quick access to additional screens and settings. From left to right:

• Home Screen: Returns to the main mining dashboard.
• Block Height: Displays the current Bitcoin block height.
• Latest Blocks: Shows recently mined blocks on the network.
• Digital Clock: A simple clock display.
• BTC Price Ticker: Shows the current Bitcoin price.
• Wi-Fi Settings: Access Wi-Fi configuration (the same screen used during initial setup).
• Display Settings: Adjust screen brightness and display preferences.
• Hashrate Graph: Displays a visual graph of your hashrate over time.

4. Settings & Configuration

The Bitaxe Turbo Touch includes a built-in settings screen accessible from the navigation bar, allowing you to customize your device performance and display preferences directly from the touchscreen.

4.1 Performance Modes

Select from three performance modes to optimize your device based on your priorities:

• Low: 2.34 TH/s at approximately 41W. Reduces power consumption and heat output. Ideal for warm environments or noise-sensitive setups.
• Medium: 2.44 TH/s at approximately 45W. The default balanced mode offering a strong balance of hashrate, efficiency, and thermal performance.
• High: 2.67 TH/s at approximately 48W. Maximizes hashrate at the cost of higher power consumption and heat output.

Note: Custom performance tuning can be done through AxeOS to reach more than 3 TH/s.

4.2 Fan Control

• Auto: The device automatically adjusts fan speed based on ASIC temperature.
• Manual: Uncheck Automatic Fan Control to set a fixed fan speed percentage for more control over noise and cooling.

After making fan control changes, tap Save Fan Settings to apply.

4.3 Screen Brightness

Adjust the touchscreen brightness from 5% to 100% to suit your environment. Lower brightness can reduce power draw slightly and is recommended for nighttime setups.

4.4 Clock & Time Zone

Set the built-in digital clock to display your local time. The Bitaxe Turbo Touch supports all major time zones.

5. Updating Firmware

The Bitaxe Turbo Touch has two separate firmware components that can be updated independently: the AxeOS firmware (which controls mining operations and hardware settings) and the screen firmware (which controls the touchscreen interface).

5.1 Updating AxeOS & Firmware Through the WebUI

AxeOS and firmware updates may include improvements to mining performance, stability, and features. To update via AxeOS:

1. Access AxeOS in your browser using your device IP address.
2. Navigate to the Update tab in the left sidebar.
3. If an update is available, download both update files.
4. Ensure your file names are exactly:
   • www.bin
   • esp-miner.bin

   If your browser adds “(1)” or other characters to the file name, remove them before uploading.

5. Upload each file by clicking Browse under Update AxeOS and Update Firmware.
6. The device will restart automatically after the update is applied.

Note: Do not unplug your device during a firmware update. Interrupting the update process may permanently brick your device.

5.2 Updating AxeOS & Firmware With the Bitaxe Webflasher

For firmware flashing with the Bitaxe Webflasher, you will need:

1. USB-C cord (Windows).
2. USB-C to USB-A adapter (macOS).
3. Computer.
4. Chromium-based browser (Google Chrome, etc.).

For a detailed guide on using the Bitaxe Webflasher, see our guide on how to flash your Bitaxe (applicable to all models).

5.3 Updating Screen Firmware

Screen firmware updates improve the touchscreen interface, add new features, and fix display-related issues. To update the screen firmware:

1. Navigate to the Settings screen using the bottom navigation bar.
2. Scroll down to the Firmware Update section.
3. Tap Check for Updates to check for available updates.
4. If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to install.

Note: Your Bitaxe Turbo Touch must be connected to Wi-Fi to check for and install screen firmware updates.

6. Quick Troubleshooting

• Not hashing: Verify your pool Stratum Host, Stratum Port, and on-chain wallet address. Then click Save and Restart.
• AxeOS page will not load: Confirm your phone or computer is on the same Wi-Fi network as the Bitaxe. Reboot the Bitaxe and try the IP address again.
• Overheat Mode: Improve airflow, move the miner out of enclosed spaces, reduce performance mode, or enable automatic fan control.
• Frequent rejected shares: Double-check Stratum settings and try a different pool or port. Ensure your fallback pool is configured correctly.

7. Comments and Assistance

If this setup guide was helpful for your Bitaxe Turbo Touch setup, please leave our small business a review. For technical assistance, please visit Contact SoloSatoshi.com and submit a support ticket.

8. Helpful Resources

• Maintenance and Care

• Recommended Bitcoin Wallets

• Device Overheating

• Unresponsive/Bricked Device

• Updating Firmware

• What is Bitaxe?

• How to Solo Mine Bitcoin

• What is Bitcoin Lottery Mining

9. Frequently Asked Questions