# Setting up a node/validator

This section covers the hardware setup, as well as setting up a node for mainnet or testnet and creating a validator if needed.

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Got questions or need help with setting up?

* Visit the Secret Network Discord [here](https://discord.com/invite/SJK32GY) and ask in #node-discussion or #node-support for help
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