Windows 10 Minecraft Server Hosting: Everything Dev Needs to Know

Hey Dev! Are you looking for a reliable and efficient way to host your Minecraft server on Windows 10? In this article, we’ll guide you through everything you need to know about Windows 10 Minecraft server hosting. From system requirements to setup guidance, we’ve got it all covered. So, let’s get started!

System Requirements

Before diving into the setup process, it’s important to make sure that your system meets the minimum requirements to host a Minecraft server on Windows 10.

Here are the necessary system requirements:

System Specification	Minimum Requirement
OS	Windows 10 64-bit Edition
Processor	Intel Core i3 or equivalent
RAM	4 GB
Storage	At least 1 GB free space

Make sure your system meets these requirements before you proceed with the setup process.

Setting Up Your Minecraft Server on Windows 10

Now that you have verified that your system meets the necessary requirements, it’s time to set up your Minecraft server on Windows 10. Let’s go through the steps one by one.

Step 1: Download Minecraft Server

The first step is to download the Minecraft server software. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Go to the official Minecraft website (https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/download/server).
2. Scroll down to the “Multiplayer Server” section and select “Download Server”.
3. Once the download is complete, extract the downloaded file to a location of your choice.

Step 2: Configure Server Settings

Once you have downloaded the server software, you need to configure the server settings. Here are the steps:

1. Open the extracted server folder, and double-click on the “server.properties” file.
2. Update the “server-ip” field with your system’s IP address.
3. You can also configure other settings such as the maximum number of players, game mode, difficulty level, etc.

Step 3: Configure Firewall

By default, Windows 10 firewall blocks inbound connections to your system, including Minecraft server connections. You need to create a firewall rule to allow incoming connections for your Minecraft server. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Go to the Start menu and search for “Windows Security”.
2. Click on “Firewall & network protection”.
3. Select “Advanced settings”.
4. Click on “Inbound Rules” and then “New Rule”.
5. Select “Port” and click “Next”.
6. Enter “25565” in the “Specific local ports” field and click “Next”.
7. Select “Allow the connection” and click “Next”.
8. Make sure all options are selected and click “Next”.
9. Enter a name for the rule and click “Finish”.

Step 4: Start the Server

Now that you have configured the server settings and firewall, it’s time to start the Minecraft server. Here are the steps:

1. Open the extracted server folder and double-click on the “server.exe” file.
2. The server console will open, and the server will start loading.
3. Once the server is loaded, players can connect to the server using your system’s IP address.

Congratulations, you have successfully set up your Minecraft server on Windows 10!

FAQs

1. Can I host a Minecraft server on Windows 10 Home edition?

Yes, you can host a Minecraft server on Windows 10 Home edition as long as your system meets the minimum requirements mentioned above.

2. How much RAM does a Minecraft server need?

The recommended amount of RAM for a Minecraft server is 4 GB. However, you can host a server with only 1 or 2 GB of RAM, depending on the number of players and plugins you use.

3. How many players can join my Minecraft server?

The number of players that can join your Minecraft server depends on the server’s resources and configuration settings. However, the maximum number of players that can join a Minecraft server is 20 by default.

4. How do I make my Minecraft server available to players outside my local network?

To make your Minecraft server available to players outside your local network, you need to configure port forwarding on your router. For more information, check out our article on “How to port forward Minecraft server on Windows 10”.

5. How do I install plugins on my Minecraft server?

To install plugins on your Minecraft server, you need to download the plugins from the internet and place them in the “plugins” folder in the server directory. Make sure the plugin is compatible with your server version.

That’s it, Dev! We hope this article helped you in setting up your Minecraft server on Windows 10. If you have any queries or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment below. Happy gaming!