How do I set up a private server?

Started by BrickHouse  |  4 replies  |  Last reply 07-04-2012, 6:12 PM
07-04-2012, 5:12 PM#1

I'm trying to set up a private server for three or four friends.

Downloaded the server package but I'm not sure what to do next. Is there a guide somewhere?

One block at a time.
07-04-2012, 5:28 PM#2

Run the server executable once so it creates the config files.

Then open server.properties and set the port and world name.

You'll also need to forward the server port on your router if your friends are connecting from outside your network.

Please make backups.
07-04-2012, 5:46 PM#3

Don't forget to whitelist people if it's only for friends.

Makes life a lot easier than banning randoms later.

Keep building.
07-04-2012, 6:01 PM#4

Got the server running locally. I think the router part is what I was missing.

One block at a time.
07-04-2012, 6:12 PM#5

Yep. Test it from another computer on your network first.

If that works, then test from outside. Saves a lot of guessing.

Please make backups.
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