Console and Resource Monitoring
Monitor your server's performance in real-time and manage your server through the powerful console interface.
Console Overview
The console provides real-time access to your server's output, allowing you to monitor activity and execute commands directly.
Accessing the Console
- Navigate to your server dashboard
- Click on "Console" in the sidebar
- View real-time server logs
Viewing Logs
Log Types
- Info: General server information
- Warnings: Non-critical issues
- Errors: Critical problems requiring attention
- Chat: Player chat messages
- Commands: Executed commands
Log Filtering
- Use the filter dropdown to show specific log types
- Search for specific messages or keywords
- View all logs or filter by type
- Download logs for analysis
Executing Commands
Running Commands
- Type your command in the console input field
- Press Enter to execute
- View results in real-time
- Use command history (arrow keys) to repeat commands
Common Commands
- /help: List available commands
- /list: Show online players
- /stop: Stop the server
- /restart: Restart the server
- /say: Broadcast message to all players
Command History
- Use ↑ and ↓ arrow keys to navigate history
Resource Monitoring
CPU Usage
- Monitor CPU load percentage
- Identify performance bottlenecks
- Track CPU spikes during events
- Optimize server settings based on usage
Memory (RAM) Usage
- View current RAM consumption
- Monitor memory trends over time
- Identify memory leaks
- Plan RAM upgrades if needed
Disk Usage
- Track disk space consumption
- Monitor world file sizes
- Plan for backups and cleanup
- Avoid running out of space
Network Usage
- Monitor bandwidth consumption
- Track data transfer rates
- Identify network-intensive operations
- Plan for network upgrades
Resource Graphs
Viewing Graphs
- Navigate to Console tab
- View real-time resource graphs
- Hover over data points for details
- Use time range selector for historical data
Understanding Graphs
- Green: Normal operation
- Yellow: Moderate load
- Red: High load, may need attention
- Spikes: Temporary increases (normal)
Time Ranges
- Last Hour: Recent activity
- Last 24 Hours: Daily patterns
- Last Week: Weekly trends
- Last Month: Long-term analysis
Performance Optimization
Identifying Issues
- High CPU usage: Too many entities or redstone
- High RAM usage: Too many mods or players
- High disk usage: Large world files or backups
- Network spikes: Many players or large downloads
Optimization Tips
- Reduce view distance if CPU is high
- Limit entity spawning if RAM is high
- Clean up old backups if disk is full
- Optimize plugins/mods for better performance
Log Management
Downloading Logs
- Click "Download Logs" button
- Select time range
- Choose log format (TXT or JSON)
- Download and save locally
Analyzing Logs
- Search for errors or warnings
- Identify patterns in issues
- Track player activity
- Debug server problems
Best Practices
- Monitor Regularly: Check resource usage daily
- Review Logs: Check logs weekly for issues
- Optimize Proactively: Address issues before they become problems
For troubleshooting performance issues, see our server optimization guide.