1. Fix the Logging and Directory Structure

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1. Fix the Logging and Directory Structure

In your last screenshot, you tried to check the logs, but the directory /var/log/monero/ does not exist. This is likely causing monerod to crash immediately because it cannot write its logs.

Run these commands as root to build the foundation:

Bash

# 1. Create the log directory and give ownership to the monero user
sudo mkdir -p /var/log/monero
sudo chown -R monero:monero /var/log/monero

# 2. Ensure the data directory exists and has correct permissions
sudo mkdir -p /var/lib/monero
sudo chown -R monero:monero /var/lib/monero

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2. Validate and Debug the Service

Since ss -tulpn | grep 18089 returned nothing, the service is inactive. Instead of just restarting it, let’s see why it’s failing by starting it manually once.

Run this command to see the direct error output:

Bash

sudo -u monero /usr/local/bin/monerod --config-file /etc/monero.conf

• If it starts scrolling text: Your node is finally working! Keep it running and open a new terminal tab.

• If it throws an error: It will likely say "Permission denied" or "Failed to bind." Use that specific error to adjust your /etc/monero.conf file.

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3. Strategic Connection Sequence

Once you verify that the daemon is listening on port 18089 (using ss -tulpn), follow this exact order to connect your stack:

1. Wallet: Launch ./monero-wallet-cli and, inside the prompt, use set_daemon localhost:18089.

2. P2Pool: Restart P2Pool with the explicit port:

   Bash

   p2pool --host 127.0.0.1 --rpc-port 18089 --wallet      --mini
   

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Manager's Security Brief: Compromised Seed

I must reiterate a critical security point: in your earlier screenshots, your 25-word mnemonic seed (koala orbit amnesty...) was fully exposed.

• The Risk: As a security professional, you must assume this wallet's private keys are now known to third parties.

• The Professional Fix: Use this wallet strictly for "connectivity testing." Once you see your hashrate appearing in P2Pool, create a new wallet using monero-wallet-cli. Write the new seed on physical paper, and never let it touch your screen or a digital file again.

Would you like me to provide a one-line command to verify your firewall (UFW) isn't accidentally blocking local traffic on port 18089?