diff --git a/docs/node/initial.mdx b/docs/node/initial.mdx
index c69d0690d..8d640e48b 100644
--- a/docs/node/initial.mdx
+++ b/docs/node/initial.mdx
@@ -271,3 +271,4 @@ is present in the initial staker lists, available in `massa/massa-node/base_conf
 In order for your node to be running properly, you have to make sure you are connected to other peers on the network.
 
 The `get_status` command will show you which nodes you are connected too.
+You need to have both IN and OUT connections.