# System requirements (recommended)


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**Operating System:** Linux [64-bit](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/64-bit_computing), Windows 64-bit, macOS X 10.14+,

**Memory:** 4GB RAM

**Storage:** 200GB SSD 

**Internet:** Reliable broadband connection

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In order to process incoming validator deposits from the eth1 chain, you will need to run an eth1 client in parallel to your eth2 client. While it is possible to use a third-party service like [Infura](/infura-guide.md), if you choose to run your own eth1 client locally, you'll need more memory and storage.

For example, you'll need at least another **1TB SSD** to run [geth fast sync](/eth1.md) on mainnet.

To future proof your setup we recommend a **2TB SSD**.