> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.constellationnetwork.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.constellationnetwork.io/run-a-node/validator-node-guides/build-your-node/turn-your-vps-into-a-node.md).

# Turn your VPS into a Node

## nodectl Installation Types

### Introduction[​](https://docs-v1.constellationnetwork.io/validate/automated/install/nodectl-install-types#introduction) <a href="#introduction" id="introduction"></a>

The following documentation will help guide a new Node Operator understand the differences between turning a newly created VPS into a Constellation Network validator node with the use of `nodectl`.

There are three options:

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## **Normal Install**[**​**](https://docs-v1.constellationnetwork.io/validate/automated/install/nodectl-install-types#normal-install)

A normal installation is a more detailed and interactive method of installing `nodectl` on your VPS. The process will guide you through each step of the installation interactively with details on each step, along the way.

## **Quick Installation**[**​**](https://docs-v1.constellationnetwork.io/validate/automated/install/nodectl-install-types#quick-installation)

This installation method installs `nodectl` with minimal prompts or user interaction. You will only be asked a few questions:

* Which cluster you would like your node to join
* Whether you want to migrate an existing `.p12` keystore
* Passphrase for the `.p12` keystore:
  * Create a new one if needed
  * Enter the passphrase if using an existing keystore
* New password for the Node Administrator

#### [Understanding passphrases and passwords](/run-a-node/validator-node-guides/build-your-node/node-operator-notes.md#understanding-passphrase-and-passwords).

## **Manual Installation**[**​**](https://docs-v1.constellationnetwork.io/validate/automated/install/nodectl-install-types#manual-installation)

This new installation can be preformed [manually](https://docs-v1.constellationnetwork.io/validate/manual/manual-install-getting-started) if desired by advanced users.

**nodectl is recommended.**


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