Server Requirements


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This article does not apply to Classic server software.
This article only describes technical information for SMP Server Hosting.

Server installation and configuration

For a full tutorial on setting up a Minecraft server, please read the installation and configuration guide Contents 1 Warning 2 Windowsis a separate viewing area on a computer display screen in a system that allows multiple viewing areas as part of a graphical user interface instructions 2.1 Verify that the latest version of Java is installed 2.2 Starting the Minecraft server 2.3 Configuring from the command line 2.3.1 Creating a .bat file to store the minecraft .

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Server requirements

  • Java 8.1 is available for Minecraft Servers!
* Note: Linux users should avoid using OpenJDK 6 for server hosting, as it has been known to cause issues 
  • Only the JRE version is required, be that as it may, Java JDK will still work.
  • The more memory that your server has, the better. It is recommended to have at least 3 GBGigaByte of physical RAMRandom access memory in the computer. That way, plenty of RAM is left over for the operating system, and you have the possibility of allocating more to the Minecraft server as needed.
  • Minecraft servers, as of 1.1.0, can use multiple cores, so now they will not sit idle and will increase server performance.
  • Windows or Desktop based Linux distributions aren`t recommended for hosting servers, use console based Linux/BSD for maximum performance. citation⃂needed

Here is a simple recommendation to help you get started and/or help decide which hosting option is best for you:

Running a LAN Party type Server (since 1.3.2)

Requirements Players CPU RAM HDD/SSD Notes
Minimum 1-4 Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 x2 2GB At least 150MB for world saves Be sure to have at least a low-ping internet connection.
(Such as DSL or Cable)
Recommended 5-10 Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 x2 3GB At least 200MB for world saves Be sure to have at least a low-ping internet connection.
(Such as DSL or Cable)
Best 10+ Intel Core i7-4790k 8GB At least 200MB SSD Be sure to have at least a low-ping internet connection.
(Such as DSL or Cable)

Running a Dedicated type Server

Please see Dedicated Server Requirements This article does not apply to Classic server software. This article only describes technical information for SMP Server Hosting. It should be noted that these suggestion presume default settings in server.conf - i.e., a Draw minecraft for more information.

Running a Server-grade Server

Please see Server-Grade Server Requirements This article does not apply to Classic server software. This article only describes technical information for SMP Server Hosting. Since Minecraft rarely uses more than one thread, consider possible waste when buying more than 2 minecraft for more information.