Build Your Own Minecraft 26.2 Server: A Step-by-Step Java Edition Hosting Guide for Beginners
This guide explains how to set up a vanilla Minecraft Java Edition server using Debian, MCSManager, and Docker on a cloud VPS. It covers purchasing a VPS, NAT port mapping, installing the MCSM panel and JDK, configuring and launching the server, and connecting from the client. Readers learn to manage a 24/7 server via a visual panel, control game modes, and play with friends.
Ugreen DXP4800Pro NAS Unboxing, Review, and Teardown — 4-Bay NAS, i3-1315U, Storage Server
The article is a detailed unboxing, review, and teardown of the Ugreen DXP4800Pro 4-bay NAS, powered by an Intel i3-1315U. The author upgraded from a QNAP NAS, citing UGOS Pro's open, customizable Debian-based system and superior hardware value. Key specifications include dual network ports (10GbE and 2.5GbE), HDMI 2.1, USB 3.2 Gen2, SD slot, two M.2 PCIe Gen4 slots, and dual DDR5 memory slots. The teardown reveals quality engineering: ASMedia SATA controllers, per-drive power switching, an IT8613E management controller, a substantial CPU power delivery system, an Intel I226-V 2.5GbE controller, and a dedicated 10GbE controller with heatsink. Performance testing showed 9.38Gbps LAN throughput and Unixbench scores of 1652 single-core and 8859 multi-core. The review highlights useful features: Docker support, AI-powered photo recognition, integrated media scraping, snapshots, and effective remote relay access. However, shortcomings are documented: immature virtual machines, inability to benchmark drives already in storage pools, limited cloud-drive integration, restrictive Baidu sync, missing VLAN support, and limited DDNS flexibility. The article provides practical insight for prospective NAS buyers evaluating hardware quality, software maturity, and upgradeability.
Review: An 88,000-yuan Server, Intel Xeon 6980P – A 128-core, 256-thread Performance Beast
This article benchmarks a custom 88,000 RMB bare-metal server built by Haoliang Cloud Engine, powered by Intel Xeon 6980P with 128 cores, 256 threads, and 256GB DDR5. CPU-Z multi-core scored 84,800, Cinebench R23 multi-core 86,395, memory read reached 281GB/s, and RAID1 SSD sequential read hit 3,852MB/s. Designed for AI, HPC, and data-intensive workloads, it demonstrates extreme core density and memory bandwidth.
Free One-Click MC Server Setup Tutorial | Using Rainyun Cloud App to Build Minecraft Bedrock Server
The article explains how to deploy a Minecraft Bedrock Edition server on Rainyun’s Kubernetes-based RCA cloud app with one-click setup. It covers creating a project, installing the latest BDS version, configuring resources and ports, joining via IP, running console commands, managing world backups, and adjusting max players. New users receive a free 15-day trial with up to 8 CPU cores and 8 GB RAM, enabling temporary server hosting.
Essential aaWAF Guide for Blogs/Websites: Setup, Use & Secure Your Site Hands-On
aaWAF is a lightweight, open-source web application firewall suitable for personal blogs and small businesses. This tutorial explains how to deploy the free version on a Linux server, covering installation, adding a protected site, pointing DNS to the WAF, enabling SSL, and configuring defenses against SQL injection, XSS, CC attacks, and malicious bots.
Flarum Forum Setup Guide: Build a Community Forum from Scratch + Themes & Extensions Installation
This article presents a beginner-friendly guide to building a modern forum using Linux, Docker, 1Panel, and Flarum. It details steps from domain registration to server setup, Flarum installation, customization, extension installation, and enabling HTTPS. Readable for novices, it emphasizes Docker's role in rapid deployment without manual PHP configuration, and highlights Flarum's modern, mobile-friendly, extensible design.
Showcasing My Home Server Room & Cabinet | Share Your Setup Photos to Win Prizes!
The article shares a home network cabinet setup, listing hardware such as iKuai routers, 10G switches, a QNAP NAS, mini PC server, UPS, and multiple Wi-Fi access points. It describes wiring with Cat6a and fiber, plus an iKuai forum photo contest with prizes, offering readers equipment inspiration and contest participation details.
Setup a "Dragon Adventure: New Journey 2.0" MC ModPack Server | Minecraft Server Setup Tutorial
This article provides a tutorial for setting up a Minecraft mod pack server for “Dragon Adventure: New Journey 2.0” on Linux using MCSManager 10 and Docker. It covers mod pack features, hardware requirements, and step-by-step instructions including installing MCSM, Docker, Java 17, configuring port mapping, uploading the server archive, and launching the instance. Key facts include the mod pack’s 600+ quests, over 20 bosses, and 1.20.1 version base. Readers gain practical knowledge to deploy and manage the server, grant operator privileges, and connect clients.
Tencent Cloud Korea Lightweight VPS Performance Review: 2C1G, 200Mbps Unmetered Bandwidth Just ¥35/M
This article reviews Tencent Cloud’s Korea Seoul Lite Application Server during beta testing. Priced at ¥35/month for 2 cores, 1GB RAM, and 200Mbps unmetered bandwidth, it offers strong value. Benchmarks show moderate CPU performance; speed tests reached 805.95 Mbps download and 191.97 Mbps upload. Average latency across China’s three major ISPs was 110 ms, with Suzhou Telecom fastest at 35 ms. Inbound routes are mostly direct, while outbound may pass through the US. Email ports have limited availability.
RainCloud Review of Ningbo I7-14700HX Dedicated Server, 28 Cores 64G 500Mbps for Only 1588 RMB/Month
RainCloud's Zhejiang Ningbo bare metal server offers an i7-14700HX (20C/28T), 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and 500Mbps bandwidth for 1588 RMB/month, with annual discounts and custom options. Benchmarks confirm strong single-core performance, ideal for Minecraft. Includes 50Gbps defense, traffic carry-over, and a 7-day refund policy.
Alibaba Cloud Thailand Lightweight Server: 2C1G, 200Mbps Unlimited Traffic for Only 34 CNY/Month
Alibaba Cloud’s Bangkok lightweight server offers 2 cores, 1GB RAM, 30GB storage, 200Mbps unlimited traffic for 34 yuan/month; a 2C4G version costs 112 yuan. Tests show adequate CPU performance and ~232Mbps speeds, but Telecom/Unicom routes detour heavily. Only China Mobile has direct connections. IP quality is clean, but mail ports are limited. Not recommended for non-Mobile users.
Laika Cloud Korea VPS Performance Review: Dual ISP Residential IPs, 1C1G 100Mbps, Only 54 CNY/Month
Laika Cloud's Korea VPS provides dual ISP residential IPs with no ICP registration required, priced from 54 CNY/month for 1 core, 1 GB RAM, and 100 Mbps bandwidth, or 114 CNY/month for 2 cores, 4 GB RAM, and 200 Mbps. Network routing uses direct CN2-GIA, CUG, and CMI paths for both inbound and outbound traffic to China, achieving an average 61 ms latency across major Chinese ISPs. Benchmark tests demonstrate solid single-core performance (Geekbench 6: 615) and near-full bandwidth utilization (98 Mbps download). IP quality checks confirm ISP classification, clean reputation scores, and full mail port availability for SMTP, POP3, and IMAP.
7 Days To Die Server Setup Guide. How to Set Up Your Own 7 Days To Die Dedicated Server
This guide explains how to set up a 7 Days to Die multiplayer server from scratch. It covers purchasing a Rainyun cloud server, connecting via Remote Desktop, configuring NAT port forwarding, expanding disk space, installing the server via SteamCMD, editing server configuration files, and joining the game by IP and port. Readers learn to host a playable server with friends using the provided beginner-friendly steps.
Review and Teardown: Mechrevo imini Pro 820 Mini PC with 8845H, Just 2,300 RMB After Subsidy
The Mechrevo imini Pro 820 is a budget-friendly mini PC priced at about 2,300 RMB after a 20% government subsidy. It features an AMD Ryzen 7 8845H, 24GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, dual 2.5G LAN, and USB4. Its aluminum-alloy design is compact and portable. Benchmarks show strong CPU performance, surpassing an i9-11900K in multi-core tests. It suits office work and server use, with idle power consumption around 19W.
QNAP TS-466C NAS Unboxing Review: 4-Bay NAS, N6005, Storage Server
Upgrading to the QNAP TS-466C four-bay NAS resolves performance lag; migrating drives from the old NAS preserves all settings. It features an Intel N6005, 8GB DDR4 expandable to 32GB, four HDD bays, two M.2 slots, dual 2.5GbE, and USB 3.2 Gen2. Testing showed 280MB/s transfers, good thermal control, and comprehensive software including Docker, cloud sync, and remote access, though system responsiveness feels somewhat sluggish.