Fix: Connection Timed Out on Your Minecraft Server

Troubleshoot and resolve 'Connection Timed Out' errors when connecting to your Minecraft server.

The "Connection Timed Out" error means your Minecraft client couldn't reach the server within the expected time. This is usually a network or configuration issue.

Common Causes and Fixes

Wrong IP or Port

Double-check you're using the correct IP address and port. Find them on your Dashboard at the XGamingServer panel.

💡 Tip: Try connecting with just the IP and port (e.g., 123.456.789.0:25565) instead of a domain name to rule out DNS issues.

Server Not Running

Check the Dashboard to verify your server is online and not crashed. If it shows as offline, start it and wait for Console to show "Done".

Server Still Starting

Large modpacks can take several minutes to start. Check Console for "Done" or "Listening on port" messages before connecting.

Firewall or ISP Blocking

Some networks (school, work, public Wi-Fi) block gaming traffic. Try connecting from a different network or using a VPN.

DNS Not Resolved

If using a custom domain, the DNS records may not have propagated yet. Try the numeric IP directly.

Server Crashed

Check Console for error messages or crash reports. If the server crashed, it will appear offline. See Server Won't Start for diagnostics.

📝 Note: If only specific players get this error, the issue is likely on their end (network, ISP, or client-side). If no one can connect, the issue is server-side.

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