[Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by imkongfu » Wed Sep 23, 2015 08:28

help here! ehere do i need to find the default gateway?
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by Krock » Wed Sep 23, 2015 09:09

ABJ wrote:+1 good idea.
This thing is totally outdated btw.

This tutorial is up-to-date and works fine with 0.4.13.

imkongfu wrote:help here! ehere do i need to find the default gateway?

You need the default gateway address to get to the router managing site. Explained in step 2.
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by roalex543 » Sat Nov 21, 2015 02:47

em a question when a server is advertised? and tells me that the server is being advertised but how long it takes to announce the public server? thanks :)
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by haho7o » Wed Nov 25, 2015 09:26

i followed each step in this guide i thing i did everything good but my server doesnt work. I can connect to it but other people cant. A message appears conection timed out or somethibng like that.
i thing the problem might be in the port forwarding my router is tenda
http://imgur.com/6xWSaK0
this is what my port forwarding settings look like.
http://imgur.com/Y501q8H
this is what the properties of my shortcut look like. i noticed that it removes these "" every time i hit apply.
http://imgur.com/4trCPmL
i dont see any errors here
i have no idea where my problem is. also i wnted to ask if i have to put like"." or ";" or ","between every command in the minetest.conf.
I would be gladd if you help me run my server :)
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by GreenDimond » Tue Dec 08, 2015 23:53

Ok, I'm confused... I see all of these things saying type "C:\Users\YourName\Documents\minetest-0.4.9\bin\minetest.exe" --server --worldname TheWorldName". Now, how is "worldname" different from "TheWorldName"? Also, I am assuming that I could create a singleplayer world, make it how I want it, and use that as my server world? How do I use that as my server world, but with all the settings? BTW I am actually using Xubuntu but I do recall the commands mostly being the same...
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by ABJ » Fri Jan 15, 2016 18:13

You write "C:\Users\(or wherever you have Minetest)\bin\minetest.exe" --server --worldname And now where TheWorldName is write your world name.

And yes you can create singleplayer world and then use it as however you want on the server.
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by rubenwardy » Fri Jan 15, 2016 18:35

World name is the parameter name, you must not change it.

When you write --worldname you're saying that the next word after that will be the worldname.
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by ABJ » Fri Jan 15, 2016 18:40

(Though I must note that I still can't create one freaking server!)
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by MineYoshi » Mon Feb 22, 2016 21:34

A little question:

i followed all the steps and my server is on ,but i don't know how to keep my server online, without need the pc on?
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by MineYoshi » Sun Feb 28, 2016 21:55

Someone can answer my question?
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by Dragonop » Mon Feb 29, 2016 01:24

MineYoshi: Yes. Afaik.
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by MineYoshi » Tue Mar 01, 2016 02:16

.....

How?
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by MineYoshi » Wed Mar 02, 2016 22:47

please:

i followed all the steps and my server is on ,but i don't know how to keep my server online, without need the pc on?
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by Dragonop » Wed Mar 02, 2016 23:02

You need your pc to be on if you want to host a server this way. Other than that, you can pay for a domain or a vps to host your server on.
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by MineYoshi » Fri Mar 04, 2016 18:43

Thank you for the answer....
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by itwasBANG » Sun Mar 20, 2016 14:05

Hmm..I need Little help.where to find the name and password ?
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by Daedric » Thu Jun 16, 2016 04:40

Is there a way I can make my IP static using VPN services?
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by MykieDoesStuff » Fri Jun 17, 2016 03:14

Daedric wrote:Is there a way I can make my IP static using VPN services?

Why do you want a static IP?
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by Daedric » Fri Jun 17, 2016 05:17

MykieDoesStuff wrote:
Daedric wrote:Is there a way I can make my IP static using VPN services?

Why do you want a static IP?


when people starts connecting in my/your server our ip's are saved incase they play again.
Next time they open minetest, the same ip will be saved there. If our ip's keep changing, they would have to search again and again for our serverin the list.

With static IP they can just connect with the same IP everyday
 

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Indeed I wonder how many minetest servers on windows are out there.

Actually some information on how many Mintest servers are on wich OS might be interesting and might give clues to platform related performance issues.

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by miloszs » Wed Aug 17, 2016 08:59

what is IP in step 5?
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by ParaklataChotou » Wed Aug 17, 2016 11:28

miloszs wrote:what is IP in step 5?

Well, the most important part of all of these steps are this:
- in the CMD (command prompt) type ipconfig.
- locate the gateway address.
- then, put your gateway address in your link address bar. Then it will send you to your gateway page (the gateway page established by your internet provider - exmp. verizon, at&t...).
- you need to put your username and password. If you don't know your username and your password, you need to call your internet provider. The operator will tell you the username and password.
- then, when you login into your gateway you just need to config the firewall options - or in other cases, The DMZ. There you need to put your IPV4 addres (the IPV4 address appears in the ipconfig on CMD. And Enable it.
- in minetest.config type server_announce=ture.
- in address add your internet ip addres (different than ipv4, that confused me at beginning). You can get your ip address on google typing what's my ip address?, or follow this link: http://whatismyipaddress.com/ . Copy that ip, and paste it on address option at minetest.config.
- and woala - you've got your server on list. But THERE'S ANOTHER OPTIONAL STEP!!!
- If your internet IP it's not static (that means when if you disconnect your router, and turn on again, your inrenet IP will change, then you would need to change the IP everytime) - consider two options:
- Establish your IP static, that it will never change. (I don't recommend that. Not all routers could be able change the internet IP by the computer). But there's one better option.
- Create a Hosting. The hostnames helps you to identify your router, and it doesn't matter if the internet IP change, the hostname will be the same. You can create your own hostname by 'free' in this site: https://www.noip.com/
- you can create at least 3 host names for free but each month you need to reactivate the hostnames - if you want it for free. Also you can pay $24 bucks and they let you have any hostnames you want, for one year.
You need to download a noip softwars where you can enable your hostnames with your internet IP.
NOW, IN MINETEST - THE AREA WHERE YOU NEED TO TYPE THE IP ADDRES, TYPE THE HOSTNAME YOU CHOSE IT. AND WHOALA, YOU'VE A SERVER WITH A STATIC HOSTING. :).
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by miloszs » Wed Aug 17, 2016 18:17

ok
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by miloszs » Wed Aug 17, 2016 18:34

to that server be still on server list i have to be still online?
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by ParaklataChotou » Wed Aug 17, 2016 21:41

miloszs wrote:to that server be still on server list i have to be still online?

No. Did you remember this topic, who says about create a minetest.exe shortcut? Well, that shortcut with the server commands, will allow you to stay the server online with no need you be joined in server. But if you're meaning about if your router it's turned off. Well, the server depends on it. You need to stay online.
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by miloszs » Thu Aug 18, 2016 08:37

ok
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by miloszs » Thu Aug 18, 2016 08:51

i have to copy settings to this file?:
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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by ParaklataChotou » Thu Aug 18, 2016 09:44

miloszs wrote:i have to copy settings to this file?:
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No, that's minetest.conf. Go to bin folder and make a shortcut of minetest.exe.
This is how CraigyDavy said. Pay attention for instructions:
Step 4 – Creating the server launcher:
The server launcher will start the server window and enable people to join the world it will also put the server on the public server list if you have enabled it in the settings.

Go to the bin folder in your minetest directory
Rightclick on the minetest application and select Create Shortcut

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Then rightclick on the shortcut and select Properties

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Put quotes around what there is already in the target box. It should look something like this:

Code: Select all
"C:\Users\YourName\Documents\minetest-0.4.9\bin\minetest.exe"


Then add this at the end of the target box (make sure that the name of the world does not contain spaces or symbols):


--server --worldname TheWorldName


It should now look like this:


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"C:\Users\YourName\Documents\minetest-0.4.9\bin\minetest.exe" --server --worldname TheWorldName



Click apply and ok.


Step 5 – Starting the server and joining it:
This step tells you how to start the server and then how to join the server afterwards.
Starting the server

To start the server all you need to do is click the server launcher you created in the last step. If you have installed minetest in the program files (or any other protected folder) you need to rightclick on the laucher and select Run as Administrator. It should open a window which looks something like this:
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Joining the server
If you have the server window open you should be able to join it easily. Open up the game.
You should be able to connect using your external IP. You can find out your external IP by going to http://www.whatsmyip.us. Connect using the port you port forwarded (30000).
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If that does not work then you can try connecting using 127.0.0.1. This will tell minetest to connect to a server on your computer. Connect using the port you port forwarded (30000).
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You should be able to join the game and so should other people. Enjoy your minetest server!


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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by miloszs » Thu Aug 18, 2016 17:51

where i have to copy this settings:
Do you want the server will appear on the public server list at servers.minetest.net.
CODE: SELECT ALL
server_announce = true

What do you want the name of the server to be?
CODE: SELECT ALL
server_name = Minetest Server

The address of the server. You can leave this blank unless you are using a sub-domain or a domain.
CODE: SELECT ALL
server_address =

The port which the server will listen on. This will be the same port you forwarded.
CODE: SELECT ALL
port = 30000

If you have a webpage or forum thread, you can put the link here.
CODE: SELECT ALL
server_url = http://minetest.net

A short description of the server.
CODE: SELECT ALL
server_description = Join this amazing server!

Message of the day. Shown in the chat when someone joins.
CODE: SELECT ALL
motd = Welcome to this amazing minetest server!

Do you want to disable PvP? By default, PvP is enabled, which means players can hurt and kill each other using melee weapons.
CODE: SELECT ALL
enable_pvp = false

Do you want people to die or be immortal?
CODE: SELECT ALL
enable_damage = true

If set to true players will have an infinite amount of items (creative mode).
CODE: SELECT ALL
creative_mode = false

Maximum amount of users who can join the server at a time. Adjust depending on your bandwidth, CPU and RAM available.
CODE: SELECT ALL
max_users = 15

Enable rollback functions (can slow down the server):
CODE: SELECT ALL
enable_rollback_recording = true

Map generation stuff:
CODE: SELECT ALL
mg_flags = trees, caves, v6_biome_blend, v6_jungles, dungeons

Stop players from connecting with an empty password.
CODE: SELECT ALL
disallow_empty_password = true
 

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Re: [Guide] Create and maintain a server on Windows

by ParaklataChotou » Thu Aug 18, 2016 18:24

That's on minetes.config . But on minetest 4.14 there are advance settings with a gui options that you can enable these settings more friendly and easy. But the basic for you make your server run: server_announce=true , addres, and port.
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