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# Add and Configure EdgeNodes

An **EdgeNode** in EasyEdge represents a physical or virtual gateway device running the EasyEdge runtime. It is responsible for collecting data from connected equipment, executing edge logic, and securely transmitting data to your chosen destinations.

Each **System** can have one or more EdgeNodes, allowing you to:

* Distribute workloads across multiple sites or gateways
* Scale from single-node to multi-node architectures
* Maintain modularity and flexibility in your deployment strategy

## Supported Deployment Methods

EasyEdge supports multiple methods to deploy and configure EdgeNodes, depending on your preferred environment and hardware setup. This section sub-pages cover step-by-step instructions for each method.

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⚙️ Each EdgeNode must be **bound to a System** during setup to receive its configuration and start exchanging data.
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Once added, EdgeNodes appear in your EasyEdge Studio under the corresponding System and can be remotely monitored, configured, and updated through the cloud platform.