Installing Modpacks with One-Click

What You'll Learn

✅ How to access the Plugin & Mod Marketplace in your control panel
✅ Browsing and searching 4,000+ Modrinth modpacks
✅ Installing modpacks with one click (Better Minecraft, All The Mods, etc.)
✅ Understanding automatic mod downloads and configuration
✅ Switching between modpacks without reinstalling your server

Step 1: Switch to a Modded Server Type

Before installing modpacks, ensure your server is running a modded server type (Forge, Fabric, NeoForge, or Quilt).

Supported Loaders:

Forge - Most popular, 240,000+ mods available
Fabric - Lightweight and modern
NeoForge - Modern Forge fork (MC 1.20.5+)
Quilt - Enhanced Fabric alternative

Note: If you're on Paper, Purpur, Spigot, or Vanilla, you'll need to switch server types first. See our guide on "Switching Between Server Types".

Step 2: Access the Plugin & Mod Marketplace

The marketplace is built directly into your server control panel.

Log in to your Pelican Panel at panel.ocnetworks.co.uk
Select your Minecraft server from the server list
In the left sidebar under "Management", click Marketplace
Click the Modpacks tab at the top

💡 Tip: The marketplace automatically detects your server type and shows compatible modpacks for your loader (Forge, Fabric, etc.)

Step 3: Browse and Search Modpacks

The modpacks tab displays popular and trending modpacks from Modrinth.

Search Options:

Search by name - Type "Better Minecraft" or "All The Mods" in the search box
Filter by loader - Dropdown automatically shows your server's loader (Forge/Fabric/etc.)
Filter by version - Select your Minecraft version (e.g., 1.20.1, 1.19.2)
Browse popular - Scroll through featured modpacks like Better Minecraft, ATM9, Create: Above and Beyond

Popular Modpacks Available:

Better Minecraft

Enhanced vanilla experience with 300+ mods

All The Mods 9

Kitchen sink pack with 400+ mods

Create: Above and Beyond

Expert Create mod progression pack

FTB: Skies

Skyblock with Feed The Beast mods

Step 4: Install a Modpack with One Click

Once you've found a modpack you want to install:

Click on the modpack card to view details (description, mod count, version info)
Select your desired modpack version from the dropdown (e.g., "Better Minecraft 1.20.1 v8.5")
Click the orange 📦 Install button
Confirm the installation when prompted

⚠️ Important: Installing a modpack will stop your server, download all mods, and apply configuration. This usually takes 2-5 minutes depending on modpack size.

What Happens During Installation:

✅ Server is automatically stopped
✅ Modpack file (.mrpack) is downloaded from Modrinth
✅ All individual mod files are extracted and downloaded
✅ Mods are uploaded to your server's /mods folder via SFTP
✅ Configuration files and overrides are applied
✅ Server variables are updated with modpack info
✅ Server is ready to start (you can start it manually when ready)

Step 5: Start Your Server and Connect

After installation completes:

Go to the Console tab in your control panel
Click the green Start button
Wait for the server to fully start (watch console for "Done!" message)
Connect with your Minecraft client that has the same mods installed

🚨 Client-Side Mods Required!

You MUST install the same modpack on your Minecraft client to connect. Download the modpack from Modrinth and install it using a launcher like CurseForge, ATLauncher, or Prism Launcher.

Switching Between Modpacks

You can switch to a different modpack anytime without reinstalling your server:

Go back to Marketplace → Modpacks
Click 🗑️ Uninstall on your currently installed modpack (shown at the top)
Search for and install a new modpack
Start your server with the new modpack

💡 Pro Tip: Your world saves are preserved when switching modpacks. However, blocks/items from removed mods will be deleted from your world.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

❌ "Installation Failed" Error

Cause: Network timeout or invalid modpack version

Solution: Try installing again, or select a different modpack version. Check the marketplace for error messages.

❌ Server Won't Start After Installation

Cause: Insufficient RAM or incompatible mods

Solution: Check console for error messages. Large modpacks need 6-8GB+ RAM. Upgrade your plan or choose a lighter modpack.

❌ Can't Connect to Server

Cause: Client and server mod mismatch

Solution: Ensure you installed the EXACT same modpack version on your client. Download from Modrinth and use a proper launcher.