PaketSDK & CastarSDK installation

[maybeforfeit]

How do I set up PacketSDK?

I registered on packetsdk.com, created a linux app there and got the appkey.

After putting the appkey in your InternetIncome docker application I get following error in the logs

Start authentication.
Read data from server [A]  failed!  Error Code: 104  Connection reset by peer.    Automatically retry later

[engageub]

Hi,
Could you please let me know if you are using this with direct connection or proxy.
This may be caused due to network issues.
If you are using proxy, please check if your proxy is working fine.

Thank you

[maybeforfeit]

Thanks for quick reply.

I created a new app and with the new APPKEY its working now.
I was using proxies.

[engageub]

Even if wrong key is given, it does not show that error message.
The issue might be related to your proxy or network.

[TradeBW]

The app needs to be updated to version 1.0.5

Sadly packetsdk is not providing docker images anymore. @engageub Is there any way to custom create docker container and reupload it ?

Packetsdk keeps on throwing error 104,9,2 continuously and their team confirmed that it needs to be updated to latest version of 1.0.5

[engageub]

Hi,
Here is the official docker image of packetSDK. Could you please let me know from where you got the information that packetSDK will not be updated?

https://hub.docker.com/r/packetsdk/packetsdk

Thank you

[TradeBW]

I raised complaint with them. It was detailed conversation for long time.

The recent error is of being stuck on starting authentication. They suggested to upgrade the app to 1.0.5 and also confirmed they have stopped docker related support.

[engageub]

Hi,
Have you discussed in discord group. I don't see recent conversation this month related to packetSDK.

Thank you

[TradeBW]

On telegram DM with packetsdk team.

[techroy23]

Yep i can confirm they havent updated the official image. If you want you can use my images. i did upload the latest binary to it. also the image do update it self every sunday keeping the alpine container up-to-date.

[TradeBW]

I applied the changes on host already. However the script is not taking up on the container and throws the same error.

[techroy23]

I applied the changes on host already. However the script is not taking up on the container and throws the same error.

No errors here. Please double check how you run the container.

[TradeBW]

What I mean to say, When I execute bandwidth buck script at that time I am getting the error. ./bandwidthbucks.sh START

[techroy23]

What I mean to say, When I execute bandwidth buck script at that time I am getting the error. ./bandwidthbucks.sh START

That script is meant to be run on the host, not inside LXC containers. Also, let’s stay on topic—this thread is specifically for packetSDK.

[TradeBW]

Thats why I asked for your discord or TG to discuss the BB script.

It is difficult to run docker run on loop because of high volume of IPs. split across lxc containers for your packetsdk container fix.

[techroy23]

They just got banned. expect more issues.

[techroy23]

@engageub https://cloud.google.com/blog/topics/threat-intelligence/disrupting-largest-residential-proxy-network/

[TradeBW]

Well Jan month into vain

[engageub]

Here is the recent reply from packetSDK/packetShare team.

[TradeBW]

Lol. Lets see

[bigpolycash]

castarsdk.net pkdsdk.com new domains

[engageub]

[TradeBW]

Hmm, Host installation doesn't work for me.

[techroy23]

Hmm, Host installation doesn't work for me.

I told you already this thread is specifically for packetSDK.

[TradeBW]

Chill dude I heard you first time. The requirement of using that script is for packetsdk only, I am happy with II script for other apps. :)

[techroy23]

Chill dude I heard you first time. The requirement of using that script is for packetsdk only, I am happy with II script for other apps. :)

and if you heard me the first time, there’s no reason to ask the same question again.

[TradeBW]

It was implementing packetsdk related only. anyways. You can ignore the same. :)

[engageub]

castarSDK's new domain name is https://www.castarsdk.net

They are adding forgot password functionality and will be updated in few hours.

[TradeBW]

They have updated the Apps but not sure if docker images are available.

@engageub the castarsdk in your script will work or it will need upgrade ?

[engageub]

The script is still using the older version. In main branch they have been remove from properties file.

[TradeBW]

Any scope/hope for the upgrade to new version?

[engageub]

Its not clear if the new domains will be blocked again or they have updated the policies in the website to prevent such issues.
Since docker containers run in isolated environment, it usually does not cause issues on the host system.
If you wish to use them now, you can update the code in test branch with the latest docker images pushed by @techroy23 .

[Polaris0112]

the new version CastarSDK binary will auto exit, how to verify if it is running? because there is no log

[engageub]

CastarSDK new domain is working fine with the updated balance data.

Here is the zip file link: https://file.castarsdk.net/linux.zip

@techroy23 Could you please update this in your docker image

[TradeBW]

Using system default dns server: 10.10.10.1:53 (Originating from configuration files, such as "/etc/resolv.conf")
Dns network protocol: udp
Notice:
· This program does not have the functions of boot up and keep alive, you need to set it yourself.
· When prompts such as "Connect failed" appear in the console, it indicates that the network connection is not smooth.
· When "This device has been successfully certified" appears in the console, it means that you have successfully launched the PacketSDK.

[2026-01-31 04:57:12] current domain: default domain
[2026-01-31 04:57:12] dns A
[2026-01-31 04:57:12] Use system dns service: 10.10.10.1:53
[2026-01-31 04:57:12] Use dns protocol: udp
[2026-01-31 04:57:12] Start obtaining http server line information.
[2026-01-31 04:57:27] Authentication failed, error: http timeout. Automatically retry later.
[2026-01-31 04:57:32] Start obtaining http server line information.
[2026-01-31 04:57:47] Authentication failed, error: http timeout. Automatically retry later.
[2026-01-31 04:57:52] Start obtaining http server line information.
[2026-01-31 04:58:07] Authentication failed, error: http timeout. Automatically retry later.
[2026-01-31 04:58:12] Start obtaining http server line information.
[2026-01-31 04:58:27] Authentication failed, error: http timeout. Automatically retry later.
[2026-01-31 04:58:32] Start obtaining http server line information.

It accepted the key however it doesnt look like its still stable. Not able to form connection.

[TradeBW]

For castarsdk - its not reading proxy & key both.

2026-01-31 04:59:33 >>> An2Kin >>> For more details, check the README: https://github.com/techroy23/Docker-CastarSDK
2026-01-31 04:59:59 >>> An2Kin >>> ERROR: APPKEY not provided (env or arg).
2026-01-31 04:59:59 >>> An2Kin >>> HINT
2026-01-31 04:59:59 >>> An2Kin >>> docker run -d --name=castarsdk -e APPKEY=AbCdEfGhIjKLmNo -e PROXY=123.456.789.012:34567 techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest
2026-01-31 04:59:59 >>> An2Kin >>> OR
2026-01-31 04:59:59 >>> An2Kin >>> docker run -d --name=castarsdk -e PROXY=123.456.789.012:34567 techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest AbCdEfGhIjKLmNo
2026-01-31 04:59:59 >>> An2Kin >>> For more details, check the README: https://github.com/techroy23/Docker-CastarSDK

[techroy23]

@engageub @TradeBW

both ENV and ARG are accepted by the script. as of now castar havent pushed the new image to their new download site thus it kept crashing due to it is still link to the defunct domain

[TradeBW]

Thanks for the update @techroy23 However packetsdk is still failing as I shared the logs.

[techroy23]

@engageub @TradeBW both mode is working properly. its already in 1.0.6

ENV MODE

ARG MODE

[techroy23]

Update they are still working on it

[techroy23]

Will have to wait for @techroy23 as the published docker image has to be updated. The website links were added so that users who already have accounts may try to withdraw funds.

Added 1.0.3 Binary ...

[Polaris0112]

Will have to wait for @techroy23 as the published docker image has to be updated. The website links were added so that users who already have accounts may try to withdraw funds.

Added 1.0.3 Binary ...

may I know do you have packetsdk latest binary version in linux?

[techroy23]

Will have to wait for @techroy23 as the published docker image has to be updated. The website links were added so that users who already have accounts may try to withdraw funds.

Added 1.0.3 Binary ...

may I know do you have packetsdk latest binary version in linux?

#323 (reply in thread)

yes 1.0.6

[TradeBW]

@techroy23 @engageub Is the updated castar one mentioned above working via II script ? I got same error like last time.

2026-02-04 04:35:03 >>> An2Kin >>> ERROR: APPKEY not provided (env or arg). 2026-02-04 04:35:03 >>> An2Kin >>> HINT 2026-02-04 04:35:03 >>> An2Kin >>> docker run -d --name=castarsdk -e APPKEY=AbCdEfGhIjKLmNo -e PROXY=123.456.789.012:34567 techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest 2026-02-04 04:35:03 >>> An2Kin >>> OR 2026-02-04 04:35:03 >>> An2Kin >>> docker run -d --name=castarsdk -e PROXY=123.456.789.012:34567 techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest AbCdEfGhIjKLmNo 2026-02-04 04:35:03 >>> An2Kin >>> For more details, check the README: https://github.com/techroy23/Docker-CastarSDK 2026-02-04 04:35:04 >>> An2Kin >>> ERROR: APPKEY not provided (env or arg). 2026-02-04 04:35:04 >>> An2Kin >>> HINT 2026-02-04 04:35:04 >>> An2Kin >>> docker run -d --name=castarsdk -e APPKEY=AbCdEfGhIjKLmNo -e PROXY=123.456.789.012:34567 techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest 2026-02-04 04:35:04 >>> An2Kin >>> OR 2026-02-04 04:35:04 >>> An2Kin >>> docker run -d --name=castarsdk -e PROXY=123.456.789.012:34567 techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest AbCdEfGhIjKLmNo 2026-02-04 04:35:04 >>> An2Kin >>> For more details, check the README: https://github.com/techroy23/Docker-CastarSDK

[techroy23]

Both via ENV nad ARG are working properly.

[TradeBW]

I think via II script it looks for something else ? @engageub can you confirm ? The packetsdk command worked well though but this one is not working yet via II script

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[engageub]

I think via II script it looks for something else ? @engageub can you confirm ? The packetsdk command worked well though but this one is not working yet via II script
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Hi,
You have to replace the following code

    docker_parameters=($LOGS_PARAM $DNS_VOLUME $MAX_MEMORY_PARAM $MEMORY_RESERVATION_PARAM $MEMORY_SWAP_PARAM $CPU_PARAM $NETWORK_TUN -e KEY=$CASTAR_SDK_KEY ghcr.io/adfly8470/castarsdk/castarsdk@sha256:fc07c70982ae1869181acd81f0b7314b03e0601794d4e7532b7f8435e971eaa8)

with

    docker_parameters=($LOGS_PARAM $DNS_VOLUME $MAX_MEMORY_PARAM $MEMORY_RESERVATION_PARAM $MEMORY_SWAP_PARAM $CPU_PARAM $NETWORK_TUN -e APPKEY=$CASTAR_SDK_KEY techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest)

Thank you

[engageub]

If there are any issues with binary, it has to updated by castar team. There is nothing much to update the code.

[TradeBW]

Packetsdk is down again ? I dont see any data on site for 4th plus all the containers are failing

[Alicienn]

Hello, I did not achieve making it work. Here is the edit code I used, is there something I missed ? Meanwhile may you update the script directly with the update or are you waiting for it to be stable?

if [[ $CASTAR_SDK_KEY ]]; then
    echo -e "${GREEN}Starting CastarSDK container..${NOCOLOUR}"
    if [ "$container_pulled" = false ]; then
      sudo docker pull techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest

    fi
    if CONTAINER_ID=$(sudo docker run -d --name castarsdk$UNIQUE_ID$i --restart=always $NETWORK_TUN $LOGS_PARAM $DNS_VOLUME $MAX_MEMORY_PARAM $MEMORY_RESERVATION_PARAM $MEMORY_SWAP_PARAM $CPU_PARAM $NETWORK_TUN -e APPKEY=$CASTAR_SDK_KEY techroy23/docker-castarsdk:latest); then
      echo "$CONTAINER_ID" | tee -a $containers_file
      echo "castarsdk$UNIQUE_ID$i" | tee -a $container_names_file
    else
      echo -e "${RED}Failed to start container for CastarSDK. Exiting..${NOCOLOUR}"
      exit 1
    fi
  else
    if [[ "$container_pulled" == false && "$ENABLE_LOGS" == true ]]; then
      echo -e "${RED}CastarSDK is not configured. Ignoring CastarSDK..${NOCOLOUR}"
    fi
  fi

Thanks

[Alicienn]

The issue is that the docker isn't created

[engageub]

Hi,
It might be in restarting state. Based on the terminal logs, the container name is already mentioned.
You can check the containers by running the following command.

sudo docker container ls -a

Thank you

[Alicienn]

Thanks for helping,
I didn't find it this way neither.
More than this, when using the --delete command this is what I get

[engageub]

Thanks for helping, I didn't find it this way neither. More than this, when using the --delete command this is what I get

This usually does not happen. It would be good to know why this happened on your PC.
You can try here, its working fine.
https://codesandbox.io/

[Alicienn]

Fixed.
I think it was due to the fact proxies were not enable.
Plus I had mixed test / main branch files

[TradeBW]

@techroy23 Bro which error code do we need to consider with your docker images ? Earlier for packetsdk I used to consider 104/9/2 for restarting the container.

Currently I see below logs quote often. Does that mean the container connection has failed and needs restart ?

2026-02-05 17:49:02] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:02] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:02] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:02] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:02] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:02] Start obtaining http server line information.
[2026-02-05 17:49:06] Generate device_sn by ip.
[2026-02-05 17:49:12] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:12] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:12] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:12] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:12] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:12] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:12] Attempted to write to closed socket
[2026-02-05 17:49:12] Start obtaining http server line information.
[2026-02-05 17:49:14] Generate device_sn by ip.

[engageub]

Hi,
The domain pkdsdk.com is not reachable.

Thank you

[techroy23]

domain is down and no response from official support ... https://dig.ping.pe/pkdsdk.com:A:1.1.1.1

[engageub]

I received payout from pkdsdk.com domain. But I still have pending amount for this month. Let us know if you get to know about new domain.

[techroy23]

sadly as of now no update yet.

[romelsavi]

Let’s wait until February 18th. Since today is the Chinese New Year.

[romelsavi]

I came across this new domain and was wondering if anyone knows whether it’s legitimate: http://www.packetsdk.web.321174.com/

[Polaris0112]

no update yet, I think it is gone.

[romelsavi]

no update yet, I think it is gone.

Let's wait

[Utinax]

Is Castar working now?

[engageub]

I added Castar app key to properties.conf and edited internetIncome.sh and changed the docker image with this one but containers restart infinitely.

Hi,
Could you please look into docker logs.

Thank you

[Utinax]

Hello, I also changed KEY argument to APPKEY, and now it seems they are working now. Thanks.

[Arthur8009]

@engageub hi , so i saw the chats in this discussion followed the steps and got castar working on socks5 proxies but when i switch to http proxies it doesnt work

castar logs tun logs

[engageub]

@engageub hi , so i saw the chats in this discussion followed the steps and got castar working on socks5 proxies but when i switch to http proxies it doesnt work

castar logs tun logs

Hi,

As mentioned in my previous comment in the discussion below, your HTTP proxies do not appear to support CONNECT protocol.
Could you please contact your proxy provider. Please make sure your username and password are correct.
Alternatively, you can try with Tun2Proxy to confirm on this further.

#370 (reply in thread)

Thank you

[Polaris0112]

Castar is not working

[techroy23]

[Polaris0112]

[TradeBW]

@techroy23 Bro need some urgent help, I can't discuss it here due to confidential but will compensate you for the help, please ping me on telegram id @Kewall246

PS : Related to same topic out here.

[TradeBW]

2026-03-06 04:09:29] Start obtaining http server line information.
[2026-03-06 04:09:29] Authentication failed, error: host name resolution failed:Domain name not found. Automatically retry later.
[2026-03-06 04:09:49] Start obtaining http server line information.
[2026-03-06 04:09:49] Authentication failed, error: host name resolution failed:Domain name not found. Automatically retry later.

Anyone getting this for castarsdk ? Other apps are running fine.

[machoalpha77]

2026-03-06 04:09:29] Start obtaining http server line information. [2026-03-06 04:09:29] Authentication failed, error: host name resolution failed:Domain name not found. Automatically retry later. [2026-03-06 04:09:49] Start obtaining http server line information. [2026-03-06 04:09:49] Authentication failed, error: host name resolution failed:Domain name not found. Automatically retry later.

Anyone getting this for castarsdk ? Other apps are running fine.

I'm having the same problem here, it seems to be something related to their DNS. I tried contacting CastarSdk via WhatsApp but they haven't responded in about two days. Does anyone have the link to the official CastarSdk Discord channel?

[engageub]

I don't think they have discord group. You can contact them via the following URL.
https://teams.live.com/l/invite/FEAwzeqFy_OCbYHsAE

[TradeBW]

Any word from Castar team ? Psdk team is going to take quite sometime to be back online.

[Polaris0112]

nothing as I know

[machoalpha77]

In my experience, the CastarSDK simply dropped our earnings, we went from earning nearly 100% to almost nothing despite utilizing over 10k residential IPs. We have since paused all our IPs, as their support team simply stopped responding after we complained about this issue multiple times; they failed to fix it and clearly do not care.

They were using our traffic for free, our daily earnings dropped to less than $0.10 total, even while utilizing over 10K IPs per day.