How to use a Forge server in NexusCloud¶
This guide covers setting up a Forge server or a similar modded Java server in the panel.
- Make sure your service uses an egg that supports Forge or a modded Java server.
Installation steps¶
Back up your server
Reinstall Server may delete server data. Back up the server first if it contains a world or important files.
- Search Google for
forge downloadand the Minecraft version you want, for exampleforge download 1.19.2. - Note the compatible Forge version, for example
1.19.2-43.5.2. - Open the NexusCloud panel and select your server.
- Open Startup.
- Set Minecraft Version and Forge Version to the selected versions. Example:
- Minecraft Version:
1.19.2 - Forge Version:
1.19.2-43.5.2
- Minecraft Version:
- Change the Docker Image to the required Java version. For Minecraft
1.19, use Java 17 or 18 Temurin. See the Java version guide. - Open Settings, then click Reinstall Server.
- Wait 10-30 seconds, then refresh the panel page.
- Start the server through Console.
Official sources¶
For Forge references, use the official Forge project documentation and files:
Once the server is ready¶
- Go to Files.
- Open the
modsfolder. - Upload your mod
.jarfiles. - Restart the server.
Notes¶
- Do not delete your old world unless there is a clear compatibility issue.
- The Forge version must match the version of the mods you are using.
- Make sure the Java version matches the Minecraft and Forge versions.
- Do not stop the server while reinstalling.
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