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How to setup Ledger Nano S/X with Electrum-GRS

Started by jackielove4u, December 19, 2018, 02:11:51 PM

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Electrum-GRS (from version 3.2.2) features support for the Ledger device (Linux, Windows, OS X). Install the Groestlcoin app on your Ledger device to manage GRS with the Electrum-GRS wallet.

Before you start

Install Groestlcoin app on Ledger device

  • Open the Manager in Ledger Live.
  • Connect and unlock your Ledger device.
  • If asked, allow the manager on your device by pressing the right button.
  • Find Groestlcoin in the app catalog.
  • Click the Install button of the app.

  • An installation window appears.
  • Your device will display Processing...
  • The app installation is confirmed.

Install Electrum-GRS
Download for your operating system and install Electrum-GRS from the official site.

Configure Electrum-GRS
Select "Standard wallet"



Connect your Ledger device to your computer, enter the PIN and select the Groestlcoin app.
Then select "Use a hardware device"



Once your Ledger device is detected:



Press "Next", and "choose the type of addresses in your wallet"



Click on "Next", and Electrum-GRS will synchronize your account.

Receiving a transaction
Open the Receive tab. Copy and share the Receiving address with the person or service that will transfer to your account. Make sure you double check the address if you copy and paste it.

Sending a transaction

  • Open the Send tab.
  • Enter the recipient address in the Pay to field. Please verify the address when you copy and paste.
  • Enter the Amount to send and select the network fees.
  • Click Send. Check the amount and fees, then confirm by clicking Yes.
  • Verify the amount, receiving address and fees all displayed on your device.
  • If everything is correct, confirm the transaction by pressing the right button to sign it.

Important archlinux user note
installation of python2-btchip is required to detect the Ledger device.

Important Ubuntu user note
These additional steps are required on Ubuntu 16.04:
- apt-get install libusb-1.0-0-dev
- apt-get install libudev-dev
- ln -s /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libudev.so.1 /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libudev.so
- pip install btchip-python


Support
https://www.groestlcoin.org/#contact