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Cluster Terminal is a professional-grade crypto futures trading terminal built for cluster analysis, volume profiling, and order flow research. This guide walks you through the full installation process, from verifying system requirements to launching the application for the first time.

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System Requirements

Before downloading, make sure your machine meets the minimum specifications. Cluster Terminal relies on WebGL 2.0 for high-performance chart rendering and maintains a persistent WebSocket connection for real-time market data.
ComponentMinimumRecommended
Operating SystemWindows 10 64-bit (version 1809+)Windows 11 64-bit
RAM4 GB8 GB or more
CPUDual-core, 2 GHzQuad-core, 3 GHz+
GPUWebGL 2.0 compatible (integrated)Dedicated GPU (NVIDIA / AMD)
Disk Space200 MB for application500 MB including cache and data
Display1366 x 7681920 x 1080 or higher
NetworkStable broadband connectionLow-latency connection (< 50 ms to server)
Cluster Terminal renders all chart surfaces — candles, clusters, heatmaps, and overlays — using WebGL 2.0 via the SciChart engine. If your GPU drivers are outdated, the application may fall back to software rendering, which significantly impacts performance. Update your GPU drivers to the latest version before installing.

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Verifying WebGL Support

If you are unsure whether your system supports WebGL 2.0, open any Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Edge) and navigate to chrome://gpu. Look for the line WebGL2: Hardware accelerated. If it reads “Software only” or “Unavailable,” you need to update your GPU drivers or check that hardware acceleration is enabled in your system BIOS.
Cluster Terminal ships with its own embedded Chromium runtime (via Tauri), so browser-level WebGL settings do not apply directly. However, the same GPU driver requirements apply. If WebGL works in Chrome, it will work in Cluster Terminal.

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Downloading Cluster Terminal

Cluster Terminal is distributed as a standard Windows NSIS installer. You can obtain the latest version in one of the following ways:
  • Official distribution channel — Download from the link provided by your administrator or the official Cluster Terminal Telegram group.
  • Direct link from your server admin — If your organization runs a self-hosted server, your admin may provide a direct download URL from the admin panel.
The installer file follows the naming convention: 
ClusterTerminal_X.Y.Z_x64-setup.exe
where X.Y.Z is the version number (for example, 1.2.0).
Only download the installer from official or trusted sources. Do not use third-party download sites. The installer binary is code-signed with an Ed25519 signature that the auto-updater validates on every subsequent update.

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Running the Installer

1

Launch the installer

Double-click ClusterTerminal_X.Y.Z_x64-setup.exe to start the NSIS setup wizard. If Windows SmartScreen displays a warning because the app is not widely distributed yet, click More info and then Run anyway.
2

Accept the license agreement

Read the End User License Agreement and click I Agree to continue.
3

Choose the installation directory

The default path is C:\Program Files\Cluster Terminal. You can change this to any directory, but an SSD location is recommended for faster startup and cache operations. Click Next to proceed.
4

Select Start Menu folder

Choose or confirm the Start Menu folder name. The default is Cluster Terminal. Click Install to begin the installation.
5

Wait for installation to complete

The installer copies application files, registers the auto-updater, and creates desktop and Start Menu shortcuts. This typically takes under 30 seconds.
6

Finish and launch

When the progress bar completes, click Finish. If the “Run Cluster Terminal” checkbox is selected, the application launches immediately.
The installer does not require a system restart. You can begin using Cluster Terminal immediately after installation completes.

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First Launch — Connecting to the Data Server

On the very first launch, Cluster Terminal needs to know where to fetch market data. This is the data server that provides historical candles, cluster volumes, open interest, and the real-time WebSocket feed.
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Enter the server URL

A setup screen appears asking for your Server URL. This is the address of the Cluster Terminal data server. If you received a URL from your administrator (for example, https://data.example.com), enter it here. If you are using the default hosted service, the URL may already be pre-filled.
2

Verify connection

After entering the URL, the application attempts to connect. A green status indicator confirms a successful connection. If the indicator turns red, double-check the URL and your network connection.
3

Start your free trial

Once connected, a 7-day free trial begins automatically. No account creation, email address, or credit card is required. The trial gives you access to all core features so you can evaluate the platform.
The server URL is saved locally on your device and does not need to be entered again unless you reinstall the application or switch to a different server. You can change it later from Settings.

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What the Server Provides

The data server is the single source of truth for all market information displayed in Cluster Terminal:
Data TypeDescription
Historical candlesOHLCV candlestick data across all supported timeframes
Cluster volumesPer-price-level buy/sell volume breakdown for each candle
Open interestHistorical and real-time open interest data
Order book snapshotsDepth of market data for the DOM widget
Real-time feedWebSocket stream for live candle, trade, and volume updates
All data is fetched over HTTPS (REST) and WebSocket (WSS) protocols. No third-party APIs or browser plugins are required.

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Auto-Update System

Cluster Terminal includes a built-in auto-update mechanism that keeps the application current without manual intervention.

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How It Works

  1. Automatic check — Every time you launch the application, it queries the update server for new releases.
  2. Notification banner — If a newer version is available, a banner appears at the top of the window showing the new version number and release notes.
  3. One-click download — Click the Update button in the banner. The new installer downloads in the background while you continue working.
  4. Install on restart — Once the download completes, click Restart Now to apply the update. The application closes, the NSIS installer runs silently, and the new version launches automatically.
Do not force-close the application while an update is downloading or installing. Wait for the restart to complete to avoid corrupting the installation.

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Update Security

Every update binary is signed with an Ed25519 key. The application verifies the signature before applying any update. If the signature does not match, the update is rejected and an error is displayed. This ensures that only authentic, untampered releases are installed on your machine.
Updates are incremental. You do not need to re-download the full installer. The updater fetches only the new version’s setup file and applies it automatically.

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Troubleshooting Installation

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Windows SmartScreen Warning

Because Cluster Terminal is a specialized application and may not yet have widespread distribution, Windows SmartScreen may flag the installer as “unrecognized.” This is a standard warning for newer applications and does not indicate a security threat. Solution: Click More info on the SmartScreen dialog, then click Run anyway.

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Antivirus False Positives

Some antivirus software may quarantine or block the installer or the application executable. This can happen because the app uses WebSocket connections and local file system access patterns that heuristic scanners sometimes flag. Solution:
  • Add an exception for the Cluster Terminal installation directory (default: C:\Program Files\Cluster Terminal).
  • Add an exception for the application data directory: %APPDATA%\com.clusterterminal.app.
  • If your antivirus quarantined the installer, restore it from quarantine and add it to the allowlist before running again.
If you are in a corporate environment with managed antivirus, ask your IT administrator to whitelist the Cluster Terminal executable and its installation path.

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Firewall and Network Issues

Cluster Terminal requires outbound access on the following:
ProtocolPortPurpose
HTTPS443REST API for historical data, license validation, updates
WSS443 (or custom)WebSocket for real-time market data
If you are behind a corporate firewall or proxy:
  • Ensure outbound HTTPS and WebSocket connections are permitted to your server’s domain or IP address.
  • If your organization uses a proxy, Cluster Terminal respects system-level proxy settings configured in Windows.
  • VPN connections may increase latency on the WebSocket feed, which can cause delayed real-time updates.

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WebGL Rendering Issues

If charts appear blank, flicker, or render incorrectly:
  1. Update GPU drivers — Visit your GPU manufacturer’s website (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel) and install the latest drivers.
  2. Disable hardware acceleration in other apps — Resource-heavy applications competing for GPU access can cause rendering issues. Close unnecessary GPU-intensive programs.
  3. Check for integrated vs. dedicated GPU — On laptops with dual GPUs, ensure Cluster Terminal is set to use the dedicated GPU. You can configure this in NVIDIA Control Panel or AMD Radeon Settings under per-application GPU assignment.

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Application Data Location

Cluster Terminal stores its configuration, license data, and cached files in: 
%APPDATA%\com.clusterterminal.app
This directory contains:
  • License and trial state — Locally cached validation data.
  • Server URL — The configured data server endpoint.
  • Workspace data — Local copies of your workspaces (layouts, indicators, drawings).
  • Application logs — Diagnostic logs useful for troubleshooting.
Deleting this directory resets the application to a fresh state, including your trial status and any locally saved workspaces. Back up your workspaces before clearing application data.

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Reinstalling

If you need to perform a clean reinstall:
  1. Uninstall Cluster Terminal from Windows Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
  2. Optionally delete the application data directory at %APPDATA%\com.clusterterminal.app for a full reset.
  3. Download and run the latest installer.
Reinstalling on the same device preserves your device fingerprint. If you had a license activated, it will re-use the same device slot and will not count as a new device.

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Next Steps

Once Cluster Terminal is installed and connected to the data server, you are ready to create your first workspace and start analyzing. Proceed to First Steps to learn how to set up charts, add indicators, and save your layout.