LEVEL 1Shared Setup
Test on your LAN
Test Windows, ZimaOS, or Linux before adding public access.
About 6 minEasyReviewed Aug 18, 2026
Test before going public#
Start the server and wait for Done:
| Path | Start it | Find its local address |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Double-click start.bat | Run ipconfig |
| Ubuntu/Linux | Run ./start.sh or check the systemd service | Run hostname -I |
| ZimaOS | Use Crafty's Start button | Check the ZimaOS dashboard |
Then, from another device on the same home network:
- 1Open the matching Minecraft Java version.
- 2Choose Multiplayer → Add Server.
- 3Enter the server's local address, such as
192.168.1.50:25565. - 4Join once before adding plugins, mods or public access.
Fast error guide#
Connection refused
The server is not listening. Confirm it reached Done, uses port 25565, and is allowed through the Windows firewall, Ubuntu UFW, or ZimaOS container mapping.
Timed out
Recheck the local IP, Ethernet/Wi-Fi and guest-network isolation. The traffic probably never reached the server.
Incompatible version
Match the client's Minecraft version and every client-required mod to the server.
Unknown host
Use the numeric local IP and remove spaces or copied punctuation.