Installing Fabric Agent on Windows

Installation guide for Windows 10 and Windows 11

Requirements

  • Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit)
  • 4GB RAM minimum (8GB+ recommended)
  • Internet connection
  • Administrator privileges (for Windows Service installation)
  • Fabric account (create one at fabric.carmel.so)

Download

Log in to your dashboard at fabric.carmel.so

Go to the Devices section

Click "Download for Windows"

Save the installer to your computer

Installation

Run the installer: Double-click the downloaded file

Accept UAC prompt: Click "Yes" when Windows asks for administrator permission

Follow wizard: Complete the installation wizard

Launch: FabricAgent starts automatically after installation

Windows Defender SmartScreen:

If you see "Windows protected your PC":

  • Click "More info"
  • Click "Run anyway"

First Run Setup

Account: Sign in with your Fabric account (Google OAuth or email/password)

Windows Service: The app installs a background service that runs 24/7

Enroll Your Device: Click "Enroll Node" to register your PC

Your hardware is automatically detected and your device is ready to start earning.

Verifying Installation

Check UI: Open FabricAgent from Start menu

Check Status: Node status should show "Online"

Firewall Configuration

The agent needs outbound internet access. If you have a firewall, allow FabricAgentDaemon.exe to access the internet.

Troubleshooting

Service won't install:

  • Run as Administrator
  • Right-click the installer → "Run as administrator"

UI shows "Daemon Error":

  • Restart your computer
  • Open the Fabric Agent app

Daemon not connecting:

  • Check Windows Firewall settings
  • Verify internet connectivity