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# Deploy a consortium network

> Step-by-step guide to deploying a consortium blockchain network on Chainstack with protocol, consensus, and node configuration. Now deprecated.

<Warning>
  ### Deprecated notice

  Consortium networks have been deprecated. This guide is for historical reference.
</Warning>

To deploy a consortium network, do the following:

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Select a consortium project and click **Get started** or **Create network**.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Provide **Network name**.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Under **Blockchain protocol**, select one of the following:

    * **Corda**
    * **Hyperledger Fabric**
    * **Quorum**
    * **MultiChain**
  </Step>

  <Step>
    For Quorum, under **Consensus algorithm**, select **Raft** or **IBFT**.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Click **Next**.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    For Hyperledger Fabric and Corda, under **Identity issuer**, select or add an identity issuer. See [Manage your organization identities](/docs/manage-your-organization-identities).
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Under **Hosting**, select **Chainstack** or **Private**. See [Supported hosting options](/docs/platform-introduction).

    * For Chainstack hosting, select a cloud provider and a region.
    * For private hosting, select or add an integration. See [Manage your organization integrations](/docs/manage-your-consortium-network#manage-your-organization-integrations).
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Review your changes and click **Create network**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

The network status will change from **Pending** to **OK** once deployed.