# Open Channel(Get L-BTC)

Please confirm that your node has been funded with BTC; otherwise, refer to this [section](https://documents.geb.network/use/earn-usdgeb/stake-l-btc/node-asset-management).

You only need to open a Lightning Network channel with BEVM’s root node to obtain L-BTC, and the amount depends on the "Local Balance" in the channel. 

**Open the Node**  [**page**](https://bevmhub.bevm.io/node)**.**

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### **Click "Open Channel" in the top right corner.**

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### **Enter the channel capacity and click "Next."**

Ensure that your "on-chain balance" is sufficient.

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### **Wait for the channel to open.**

As shown in the screenshot, when a channel in your list appears with the "online" status, it means the channel has been successfully opened. The transaction for opening the channel requires three confirmations on the Bitcoin network.

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### **Click on "Node" in the sidebar to view your L-BTC balance.**

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