Choosing Your Server Type
Before starting, you must decide what kind of gameplay you want to offer.
- Vanilla: The base Minecraft experience.
- Paper/Spigot: Optimised for plugins, ideal for survival or economy servers.
- Fabric: Lightweight, perfect for performance mods and technical play.
- Forge: The standard for large-scale content mods.
On AwakeNode
Use the Startup tab to switch between these types instantly without needing to manually upload JAR files.
On other hosts
You will need to download the official server JAR from the project's website, upload it via SFTP, and configure your startup command to point to the correct filename.
Installing Plugins and Mods
Adding features is what makes a server unique.
On AwakeNode
Upload plugins to the plugins folder, or mods to the mods folder, in your server's Files tab, then restart. Modpacks install from the Startup tab.
On other hosts
You must manually download .jar files, upload them to the plugins or mods folder via SFTP, and restart your server to apply the changes.
Managing Server Files
Regular maintenance involves editing configuration files like server.properties or bukkit.yml.
On AwakeNode
Use our built-in File Manager. It allows you to browse, edit, and save configuration files directly in your browser, removing the need for external SFTP clients.
On other hosts
You will need an SFTP client like FileZilla or WinSCP to download, edit, and re-upload your configuration files.
Optimising Performance
If your server is lagging, it may be due to insufficient RAM or inefficient settings.
- Upgrading RAM: On AwakeNode, simply upgrade your plan; the
Xmxstartup flag updates automatically. On other hosts, you must manually edit your startup script to increase the-Xmxvalue. - Startup Flags: To add your own JVM flags, set a custom startup command in your server's tab. You can set your own startup command, JVM flags included, in the tab; the memory setting follows your plan.