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Minecraft | Configuring an A Record for Your Minecraft Server

Setting up an A record for your Minecraft server can greatly simplify the process of connecting to your game server, making it easier for people to join and enjoy the game.

Remembering play.hyperlayer.net is much simpler than trying to recall the numerical IP address 156.75.160.25. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of creating an A record for your server.

  1. To begin, you will require a domain. You have the option to use our free hyperlayer.xyz domain to create a domain for your server. However, if you prefer a custom name, you will need to purchase a domain. You can conveniently purchase a domain from the following link: Here.

  2. Next, you will need a DNS server to manage your domain's DNS records. You can order DNS Here Alternatively, you can utilize services such as Cloudflare for DNS management.

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DNS (Domain Name System) and domains are distinct components of the internet infrastructure. Owning a domain is a prerequisite for effectively utilizing DNS functionality.

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Please note that if you have web hosting package, there is no need to separately order standalone DNS services.

  1. In our case, we will demonstrate how to set up DNS using cPanel.

  2. Get your servers IP from https://gamecp.hyperlayer.net

  1. Head on over to https://billing.hyperlayer.net/ login and click services

  1. Once in look for DNS ONLY and click it

  1. Click login to cPanel

  1. in cPanel look for the domains section and click Zone Editor

  1. Click A record

  1. To add a subdomain, enter play in the Name field. The root domain will be automatically filled in. Next, input the IP address of your server in the address field, and click on ADD AN A RECORD to complete the process.

  1. The propagation of changes to DNS settings may take up to 48 hours to complete. However, you can use a tool like https://dnschecker.org/ to check the current status and progress of the DNS propagation.

  2. Once the DNS propagation is complete, you can simply enter the domain play.hyperlayer.net (don't forget to include the port number at the end) to establish a connection.

  3. You can also refer to this guide on how to set up an SRV record for Minecraft. This allows players to join without specifying a port number.

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