The server now functions locally! MINECRAFT CRAFTING Anyone can now join the servers from the same IP. In order to allow people not on the same IP to connect,you'll need to port forward your server. To do this, google Whats my IP? Google. Copy the number and paste it in to the address bar. This will most likely take you to your router's website where you can manage your router's settings. Continue by entering the password to your router. My router is a Linksys, you'll want to google around to find the steps with your specific router. You will need to locate the Port Range forwarding section of the router and enter the following information. Application Name: Minecraft server Start ~ End Port: 25565 - 25565 Protocol: TCP Device IP: ENTER COMPUTER'S IP HERE Enabled: True In order to get your computer's IP, hold down the windows key and press R. In the box that pops up, type cmd. Type ipconfig into the command prompt. Copy the IP address from the IPv4 Address line. Enter that number for your Device IP.