Installation & Updates

Bedrock Server Manager streamlines the process of deploying new Bedrock Dedicated Server instances and keeping them up to date.

Installing a New Server

You can install multiple server instances on the same machine, each with its own configuration.

Installation Steps

  1. Navigate to Install: Click Install New Server from the dashboard.

  2. Server Name: Enter a unique name for your server (e.g., Survival_World, Creative_Lobby). This name will be used for the server’s directory and identification.

  3. Server Version:

    • LATEST: Automatically downloads the most recent stable version from Mojang.

    • PREVIEW: Installs the latest beta/preview build for testing new features.

    • CUSTOM: Allows you to select a custom server zip file that you have manually placed in the downloads/custom directory.

    • SPECIFIC VERSION: Enter a specific released version (e.g., 1.21.114.1, 1.21.130.22-preview).

  4. Install: Click the Install Server button.

    • BSM will download the server software (if not already cached) and extract it to a new directory in servers/<server_name>.

    • Progress is tracked in real-time.

Post-Installation Wizard

Once the files are installed, BSM guides you through the initial setup:

  1. Properties: Configure basic settings like Game Mode, Difficulty, and Port.

  2. Allowlist: (Optional) Add your own Gamertag so you can join immediately.

  3. Permissions: (Optional) Set yourself as an Operator.

  4. Service Settings:

    • Auto Start: Check this if you want the server to start automatically when BSM starts (or the computer reboots).

    • Auto Update: Check this to enable automatic updates for this instance on start up.

  5. Finish: Click Save & Start Server to boot up your new world.

Updating Servers

Mojang frequently releases updates for Minecraft Bedrock. BSM helps you stay current without losing data.

Manual Update

  1. Select the server from the dropdown menu in the web dashboard.

  2. Navigate to the Settings page.

  3. Click the Update Server button.

  4. BSM will:

    • Stop the server safely (if it was running).

    • Perform a full backup (if enabled).

    • Download and extract the new binaries.

    • Restore your configuration files.

    • Restart the server (if it was running).

Automatic Updates

If Auto Update is enabled for a server instance:

  • BSM checks for updates durring the bedrock server startup.

  • If a new version is detected, it will perform the update process automatically.

Tip: Enable the Update Before Start default plugin to have BSM automatically check for updates each time the server starts. (Must have autoupdate: true set in the server configuration).

Custom Versions

You may want to run an older version of the server or a specific beta build.

  1. Download the desired Bedrock Server .zip file manually.

  2. Place it in the downloads/custom folder in your BSM installation directory.

  3. During installation, select CUSTOM as the version.

  4. Choose your zip file from the list.