The Versions tab won't load or says it can't install — how do I fix it?

MinecraftUpdated 2 Oct 20261 min read
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  1. Common fixes
  2. If it still fails
  3. Frequently asked questions

If the Software page (the old Versions tab) won't load or says it can't install, it's usually something small and fixable. Work through the checks below before opening a ticket.

Common fixes

  1. Make sure the server is stopped before installing a new version.
  2. Refresh the page and reopen the Software page.
  3. Free up disk space if you're near the cap — installs need room.
  4. Try again in a minute — the installer fetches files from upstream, which can briefly time out.

If it still fails

Grab any error shown and open a ticket with your server ID.

Tip: A "Failed to connect to Node API" style message on a tab is a node-side config issue, not something you did — tell us and we'll fix it.

Frequently asked questions

Does the server need to be stopped to install? Yes — stop the server first, then install from the Software page.

What if I see a "Failed to connect to Node API" error? That's a node-side config issue on our end — open a ticket with your server ID and we'll fix it.

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