From d1047db192f9229c7cb527e0af35f646fbe894ce Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: naturallaw77 Date: Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:53:18 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] updated readme --- README.md | 23 ++++++++++++++++++++++- 1 file changed, 22 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 00e4c23..4ac5f69 100755 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -120,6 +120,27 @@ No unnecessary services run. No wasted resources. --- +### Network Configuration + +Sovran_SystemsOS hosts public-facing services (Wordpress, Element/Element Calling, Nextcloud, BTCPayserver, Haven Relay, and Vaultwarden) that require inbound connections from the internet. To make these services accessible outside your local network, you must configure **port forwarding** on your home router. + +**Before deploying, ensure you have:** + +- Access to your router's administration interface (typically at `192.168.1.1` or `192.168.0.1`) +- The ability to create port forwarding rules +- The local/private IP address of the machine running Sovran_SystemsOS +- The external public IP address of the machine running Sovran_SystemsOS + +**Required port forwards (depending on enabled features):** + +Forward each port to the **private IP address** of your Sovran_SystemsOS machine. Only forward ports for services you have enabled. + +> **Tip:** Assign a static IP or DHCP reservation to your Sovran_SystemsOS machine so the forwarding rules remain valid after reboots. + +> **Note:** If your ISP uses CGNAT (Carrier-Grade NAT), standard port forwarding will not work. Contact your ISP to request a public IP address. + +--- + ## Installation ### Full Guide @@ -135,7 +156,7 @@ No unnecessary services run. No wasted resources. | CPU | 4 cores | 8+ cores | | RAM | 16 GB | 32+ GB | | Storage | 512 GB SSD + 4 TB SSD | 2GB SSD + 4+ TB SSD (Bitcoin node requires significant disk) | -| Network | Stable broadband | Static IP or DDNS for public-facing services | +| Network | 100Mbs Down 20Mbs Up + No need for DDNS if domains are brought through https://njal.la | 1Gbs Up and 1 Gbs Down + No need for DDNS if domains are brought through https://njal.la | ---