Want to know how to set up a Minecraft server with your friends? Here's all you need to know with step-by-step instructions.

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Then run the jar file once. If you have Java 21 installed, a few items should populate the server's folder. Some Minecraft mods have custom jar files, so keep an eye out for that if using a modpack.

Once you've gotten Minecraft Java and the latest version of Java, you can get started on that server. For simplicity’s sake, you should create a folder for all your files.

Launch the server by typing the command line: java -Xmx1024M -Xms1024M -jar server.jar From here it may take several minutes as the application generates a Minecraft world.

For those using Minecraft’s Java Edition, you’ll need to purchase a Realm from the Minecraft website. Keep in mind that Bedrock Edition players cannot play on the same servers as Java players.