Connect to Server

Once the server has started successfully, you can connect to it using a Minecraft Bedrock Edition client.

Verify Server Status

Before connecting, make sure:

1. Server has finished starting

   • Console displays Done (xx.xxs)! For help, type "help"

2. Server is running

   • Console can accept commands normally

Connection Methods

Local Connection (Same Computer)

If you're playing on the same computer as the server:

1. Open Minecraft Bedrock Edition client
2. Click "Play" → "Servers" → "Add Server"
3. Fill in server information:
   • Server Name: Custom name
   • Server Address: 127.0.0.1 or localhost
   • Port: 19132 (default port, use actual port if modified)
4. Click "Save" and connect

Windows 10/11 Local Connection Note

Windows systems have loopback restrictions enabled by default, which need to be lifted for local connections:

1. Run PowerShell as administrator
2. Execute the following command:

CheckNetIsolation LoopbackExempt -a -n="Microsoft.MinecraftUWP_8wekyb3d8bbwe"

LAN Connection (Same Network)

If you and the server are on the same local network:

1. Get the server's LAN IP address:

   • Windows: Run ipconfig in command prompt, look for IPv4 address
   • Linux/macOS: Run ifconfig or ip addr in terminal

2. In the Minecraft client:

   • Server Address: Server's LAN IP (e.g., 192.168.1.100)
   • Port: 19132 (or custom port)

Public Network Connection (Remote Server)

If the server is deployed on a remote host or cloud server:

1. Get Public IP

   • Ask the server administrator or check the cloud server console

2. Configure Firewall

   • Ensure the firewall allows inbound connections on UDP port 19132
   • Cloud servers need to open the port in security groups

3. Configure Port Forwarding (if needed)

   • If the server is behind a router, port forwarding needs to be set up

4. Fill in the client:

   • Server Address: Public IP
   • Port: 19132 (or custom port)

Supported Clients

Nukkit server supports the following Bedrock Edition clients:

• Minecraft Bedrock Edition (Windows 10/11)
• Minecraft PE (Android/iOS)
• Minecraft (Nintendo Switch)
• Minecraft (Xbox)
• Minecraft (PlayStation)
• NetEase Minecraft (requires netease-client-support configuration enabled)

NetEase Client Support

If using NetEase Minecraft client, make sure to enable in server.properties:

netease-client-support=true

Verify Connection

After successful connection:

1. You should be able to see the server's spawn point
2. The server console will display your connection information
3. You can move and interact normally

Having Issues?

If you cannot connect, please check the Troubleshooting section for solutions.