
JoeSMP
JoeSMP is a community Minecraft server using a performance focused modpack to give players a smooth, lag-free multiplayer experience.
About this Modpack
This is the essential modpack for the JoeSMP Minecraft Server. It's filled with a variety of lightweight performance mods and quality of life mods which enhance play together without changing the vanilla Minecraft experience while providing the best performance and stability.
This pack is required to ensure everything works properly and to reduce lag when playing on JoeSMP. It's a recommended pack for anyone looking for a very simple, barebones approach to a basic community server experience without extra clutter or game-changing mods.
There are no cheats, hacks, or advantages only slight adjustments to make easier server operation and a more enjoyable experience for every player.
Available Versions
How to Set Up a JoeSMP Server
Order Server
Choose at least 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended for JoeSMP). Based on player count: per 5 players.
Install Modpack in Dashboard
Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "JoeSMP" and click "Install". The neoforge loader and Minecraft 1.21.1 are configured automatically.
Start Server & Play
Start the server – all mods are loaded automatically. Share the server IP with friends and play together!
Frequently Asked Questions
JoeSMP server crashes or won't start – what to do?
Most common causes: insufficient RAM or wrong neoforge loader. Check latest.log for "OutOfMemoryError" → increase RAM to at least 6 GB. For "Mixin" or "ClassNotFoundException" errors: modpack version and loader don't match. With Mado Hosting, loader and Minecraft version are auto-configured on modpack install – preventing most startup issues.
How much RAM does a JoeSMP server really need?
Minimum 4 GB, recommended 6 GB for stable performance. per 5 players. Important: Minecraft modpacks need more RAM than vanilla – plan extra per additional player. With Mado Hosting, you can scale RAM up live at any time without data loss (from €8/month).
Can I add custom mods to JoeSMP without conflicts?
Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (neoforge) and same Minecraft version (1.21.1). Common issues: ID conflicts with recipe mods and incompatible coremod versions. The Mado dashboard mod browser only shows compatible mods and warns about known conflicts.
JoeSMP server lagging – performance tips
1) Increase RAM to 6 GB+. 2) Reduce server view-distance to 8 (server.properties). 3) Pre-generate chunks with the "Chunky" plugin. 4) Use /spark profiler to check which mods consume the most tick time. With Mado Hosting, all servers run on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores – eliminating hardware as a bottleneck.
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