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# Service Node guides

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A directory of guides for setting up and maintaining your Oxen Service Node.

| Guide                                                                                                                                | Outline                                                                                                                                                |
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| [Express Service Node setup guide](/oxen-docs/using-the-oxen-blockchain/oxen-service-node-guides/setting-up-an-oxen-service-node.md) | How to configure a server as an Oxen Service Node (quickly)                                                                                            |
| [Full Service Node setup guide](/oxen-docs/using-the-oxen-blockchain/oxen-service-node-guides/full-service-node-setup-guide.md)      | How to configure a server as an Oxen Service Node (in depth)                                                                                           |
| [GUI Wallet Staking Guide](/oxen-docs/using-the-oxen-blockchain/oxen-service-node-guides/staking-to-shared-service-node.md)          | How to stake to an Oxen Service Node using the Oxen GUI Wallet.                                                                                        |
| [Service node deregistration](/oxen-docs/using-the-oxen-blockchain/oxen-service-node-guides/service-node-deregistration.md)          | Explanation of the conditions under which a service node may be deregistered (removed from the network), and some tips on how to avoid deregistration. |
| [Service node tools and upkeep](/oxen-docs/using-the-oxen-blockchain/oxen-service-node-guides/service-node-tools-upkeep.md)          | Some handy tips and tools for maintaining your Oxen Service Node.                                                                                      |