5GHz Hosting server guides
How to launch a server, install mods, make a backup and what to do if something breaks.
Panel and general
First steps in the panelHow to open the panel, start the server, find its address and where to look if something goes wrong.Files and SFTPHow to upload mods, a world or a modpack: through the panel's file manager or over SFTP (FileZilla, WinSCP).BackupsHow to back up your world, restore it and set up automatic scheduled backups.Schedules: auto-restart and timed commandsHow to set up a daily restart, warn players and create automatic backups.The "Startup" section: parameters, version and JavaWhat you can change in "Startup" (name, password, slots, version, Java image) and what you'd better leave alone.Network, address and portsWhere to find the server address, which ports are allocated and why you shouldn't change the port in a config by hand.Memory (RAM): graph, shortages and upgradesWhat the memory graph shows, why the server crashes with "Out of memory" and when it's time to upgrade.Disk spaceWhat to do if you run out of space and how to keep the disk from filling up.Lag and performanceHow to tell whether the server or the internet is lagging, and what helps in each case.Panel access for friendsHow to give a friend or an administrator access to your server without sharing your password.Choosing a location and pingWhich location to choose for players in different countries and what to do if the ping is high.How to contact support so the problem is solved with the first replyWhat to include in your request and where to find us.Steam games: updates, versions, branchesHow a Steam game server updates, why players can't join after a patch and how to choose a beta branch.Mods: server-side and client-sideThe main rule of mods: which ones go on the server, which ones only on players' PCs, and what to do about dependencies.
Minecraft
Minecraft: first start and main settingsConnecting, operator (admin), whitelist, joining from unofficial launchers and the key server.properties settings.Minecraft: core and version (Paper, Forge, NeoForge, Fabric)How to switch the core or version in two clicks and which Java to choose.Minecraft: installing a ready-made modpack (CurseForge, Modrinth, MultiMC)How to move a modpack to the server, which mods to remove and what to do if players get kicked when joining.Minecraft: plugins on Paper and LuckPerms permissionsHow to install plugins, create ranks and grant permissions.
Valheim
Valheim: connecting, password, admins and crossplayHow to join the server, make yourself an admin, enable commands and why the ping is high.Valheim: mods with BepInExInstalling the mod loader with one button, where to put mods and how to share them with players.Valheim: world, seed, modifiers and uploading your own worldWhere the world is stored, how to find the seed, change the difficulty, create a new world or upload your own.