Server types allow you to set your Minecraft server to the version you would like to play, this includes Forge, Paper, Craftbukkit, Fabric and more.
Using the Shockbyte Panel, you can easily create a new Server Instance with a different server type. As a result, you can easily swap between your custom Server Instances depending on what you'd like your server to be used for at the time.
Please Note
Creating a new instance will not override your current server data. However, if you would like to completely change your current server instance, you can find our guide on how to do so here.
# Creating a New Server Instance
If you would like to create a new server profile with a new server type, you will need to create a new Server Instance.
Please keep in mind that by default, you can only have up to 3 server instances at a time. However, you can purchase more server instance slots by following this guide.
- Open your server's control panel
- Click the Instances tab on the left-hand sidebar
- Click the Create New Instance button
- Configure your desired Server Type and Version settings
- Give your new Server Instance a Name and Short Description
- Review your new Server Instance, then click Finish
# Swapping Server Instances
After creating a new Server Instance with your desired server type installed, you will need to change your active instance in order to use it.
- Open your server's control panel
- Click the Instances tab on the left-hand sidebar
- Click the Switch button next to your desired Server Instance to begin the transition
- Confirm the switch over to the new Server Instance, then wait for the process to complete
That's it! Once your server is back up, it will be running on your new instance.
