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Learn how to use the Minecraft Server Spawner

Overview

The Minecraft Server Spawner is a web-based tool that allows you to easily deploy and manage multiple Minecraft server instances. It supports both vanilla Minecraft and Forge modded servers, giving you complete control over your server configurations through a simple interface.

Getting Started

Creating a New Server

  1. Click the "Create new spawn" button on the home page
  2. Enter a unique name for your server
  3. Specify a port number (each server needs its own port)
  4. Select the server type:
    • Vanilla - Standard Minecraft server
    • Forge - Modded Minecraft server
  5. Choose your Minecraft version
  6. If using Forge, select your Forge version
  7. Click "Create" to deploy your server

Managing Servers

Starting and Stopping

  • Start: Click the Start button to launch your server
  • Stop: Click the Stop button to gracefully shut down your server
  • Recreate: Rebuilds the container if configuration changes are needed

Viewing Server Status

Click on any server from the home page to view its detailed status page, which shows:

  • Current running status (Running, Stopped, etc.)
  • Container information and resource usage
  • Port configuration
  • Server version details

Viewing Logs

Monitor your server's activity by viewing the logs:

  • Navigate to your server's detail page
  • Click the "View Logs" button
  • Logs update automatically to show real-time server activity

Managing Mods (Forge Only)

For Forge servers, you can manage mods directly from the web interface:

Adding Mods

  1. Go to your server's detail page
  2. Scroll to the "Mods" section
  3. Click "Add Mod"
  4. Select a .jar mod file from your computer
  5. Click "Upload"
  6. Restart your server for changes to take effect

Replacing All Mods

  1. Click "Replace All Mods"
  2. Select multiple .jar files (you can select multiple files at once)
  3. This will remove all existing mods and replace them with your selection
  4. Restart your server for changes to take effect

Removing Mods

  • Click the delete button next to any mod in the list
  • Restart your server for changes to take effect

Server Configuration

Server Properties

Customize your server settings by editing server.properties:

  1. Navigate to your server's detail page
  2. Find the "Server Properties" section
  3. Edit the properties as needed (difficulty, gamemode, max players, etc.)
  4. Click "Save"
  5. Restart your server for changes to take effect

Console Commands

Send commands directly to your server console:

  • Go to the "Console" section on your server's page
  • Type your command (e.g., "op PlayerName", "say Hello")
  • Click "Send" to execute

Backup Management

Creating Backups

  1. Navigate to your server's detail page
  2. Find the "Backups" section
  3. Enter a name for your backup (optional)
  4. Click "Create Backup"
  5. The backup will be created in the background

Restoring Backups

  1. Navigate to the backups section
  2. Find the backup you want to restore
  3. Click the "Restore" button
  4. Your server will be stopped and restored to the backup state

Scheduled Backups

Configure automatic daily backups:

  1. Go to the "Backup Settings" section
  2. Enable "Daily Backup"
  3. Set the time for automatic backups (hour and minute)
  4. Set retention days (how long to keep old backups)
  5. Click "Save Settings"

Deleting a Server

Warning: Deleting a server will permanently remove all its data, including worlds, configurations, and mods.
  1. Navigate to the server's detail page
  2. Click the "Delete Server" button
  3. Confirm the deletion
  4. All associated data will be permanently removed

Troubleshooting

Server Won't Start

  • Check the logs for error messages
  • Ensure the port isn't already in use
  • Verify that the Minecraft and Forge versions are compatible
  • Try recreating the container

Mods Not Working

  • Verify mods are compatible with your Forge and Minecraft versions
  • Check for mod conflicts in the logs
  • Ensure the server was restarted after adding/removing mods
  • Make sure all dependencies for the mods are installed

Can't Connect to Server

  • Verify the server is running (check status)
  • Ensure you're using the correct port number
  • Check your firewall settings
  • Confirm the server has fully started (check logs for "Done")

Tips & Best Practices

  • Regular Backups: Enable automatic daily backups to prevent data loss
  • Port Management: Keep track of which ports are assigned to which servers
  • Monitor Logs: Check logs regularly to catch issues early
  • Test Mods: Test new mods on a separate server before adding to your main server
  • Resource Allocation: Be mindful of system resources when running multiple servers
  • Version Compatibility: Always verify mod compatibility with your server versions