How to Install Mods on Your Minecraft Server

Installing mods on your Minecraft server can enhance the game with additional features, items, and mechanics. This guide will walk you through the complete process of installing mods on a server using either Forge or Fabric mod loaders.

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Step 1: Choose Your Mod Loader

Before you can install mods, you need to choose a mod loader. The two most popular mod loaders are:

How to Choose:

• Forge is often the best option for most mods and modpacks
• Fabric is great for performance and has smaller, more focused mods
• Check which loader your desired mods support before choosing
• Consider using Forge for maximum compatibility

Step 2: Install the Mod Loader

Installing Forge:

1. Visit the official Forge website
2. Choose the version of Minecraft that matches the mods you want to install
3. Download the Installer for that version
4. Run the installer and select Install Server
5. Choose an empty directory for your server files
6. Follow the prompts to install Forge on your server

# Example Forge server startup command
java -Xmx8G -Xms8G -jar forge-1.20.1-47.2.0.jar nogui

Installing Fabric:

1. Visit the Fabric website
2. Download the Fabric Installer
3. Select the correct version of Minecraft
4. Click Install Server
5. Choose your server directory
6. Follow the instructions to install Fabric on your server

# Example Fabric server startup command
java -Xmx6G -Xms6G -jar fabric-server-mc.1.20.1-loader.0.15.7-launcher.0.11.2.jar nogui

Step 3: Download the Mods

1. Go to a trusted Minecraft mod website:
   • CurseForge (most popular)
   • Modrinth (modern alternative)
   • Official mod developer websites
2. Search for the mod you want to install
3. Make sure it's compatible with:
   • Your Minecraft version
   • Your mod loader (Forge or Fabric)
4. Download the .jar file for the mod

Step 4: Upload Mods to Your Server

1. Go to your server control panel
2. Open the File Manager
3. Navigate to the mods folder
   • If it doesn't exist, create a new folder named mods
4. Upload the .jar file(s) of the mod(s) you downloaded into the mods folder

# Typical server directory structure
server/
├── mods/           # Place mod .jar files here
├── config/         # Mod configuration files
├── world/          # Your server world
├── logs/           # Server logs
└── server.jar      # Server executable

Step 5: Restart the Server

After uploading the mod(s), go back to the Server Console and restart your server. The server will automatically load all mods in the mods folder.

Step 6: Verify the Mod is Installed

1. Once the server is running again, log into your server
2. Use the mod list command:
   • For Forge: /forge mods or /mods
   • For Fabric: /fabric mods
3. Check server console for any error messages during startup
4. Test the mod features to ensure they're working correctly

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

1. Mod Version Mismatch

Symptom: Server crashes on startup with version errors

Solution: Ensure all mods are compatible with your Minecraft version and mod loader version.

2. Missing Dependencies

Symptom: Server crashes mentioning missing libraries or mods

Solution: Some mods require other mods to work. Read the mod description and install all required dependencies.

3. Insufficient RAM

Symptom: Server crashes with OutOfMemoryError

Solution: Increase RAM allocation. Modded servers typically need 4-16GB depending on mod count.

# Example with more RAM (adjust as needed)
java -Xmx10G -Xms10G -jar your-server.jar nogui

4. Mod Conflicts

Symptom: Server crashes or mod features don't work properly

Solution: Test mods individually to identify conflicts. Remove conflicting mods or find compatible versions.

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