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How to Fix the "Server Connection Timed Out" Error in Minecraft

Level: Beginner

A step-by-step guide on how to troubleshoot your Minecraft server showing "Server connection timed out" error

These methods are not guaranteed to work, but can be attempted before contacting support.

Vanilla

Method 1: Restart server

Step 1: Log into your control panel and go to your advanced server view.

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Step 2: Next, simply click the restart server button and wait for it to be online again.

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Step 3: Finally, connect to your server in Minecraft.

Method 2: Use direct connection

Step 1: Log into your Minecraft account and navigate to the server list.

Step 2: Click the Direct Connection button

Step 3: Finally, go to your dashboard and copy your server IP. Then paste it into the Direct connection field and hit enter.

Forge

Method 1: Make sure your versions match

Step 1: Go to your UltraServers server Iventory and go to the Manage view

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Step 2: Go to the settings and make sure your Minecraft launcher version matches your UltraServers forge version.

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