SkyFactory 4 is a popular skyblock modpack focused on automation, resource generation, and technological progression in a void world.

Download SkyFactory 4

Get the official server files:

Requirements:

Minecraft: 1.12.2
Forge: 14.23.5.2847+
Java: Java 8
RAM: 4-6GB minimum

Download from:

CurseForge SkyFactory 4
FTB Launcher
Server pack download

Install and Configure

Set up the skyblock server:

Extract files: Unzip to server directory
Install Forge: Run installer for 1.12.2
Accept EULA: Set eula=true
Configure skyblock: Set world type to void
Start server: Generate world files

server.properties for skyblock:

level-type=void
level-name=world
gamemode=survival
difficulty=normal
generate-structures=false
spawn-protection=0

Configure Automation Mods

Set up key automation systems:

Core Automation Mods:

Ex Nihilo: Resource generation from nothing
Applied Energistics 2: Advanced storage and automation
Thermal Expansion: Machines and energy
Refined Storage: Digital storage system

Progression Path:

Start with Ex Nihilo sieves and barrels
Progress to Thermal machines
Build ME storage systems
Automate resource production

Performance and Testing

Optimize and verify functionality:

Performance Settings:

# JVM arguments for SkyFactory 4
java -Xms4G -Xmx6G -XX:+UseG1GC \
-XX:+UnlockExperimentalVMOptions \
-XX:MaxGCPauseMillis=100 \
-XX:+DisableExplicitGC \
-jar forge-server.jar nogui

Testing Checklist:

Verify void world generation
Test Ex Nihilo recipes
Check automation systems
Monitor server performance

SkyFactory 4 server ready! Players can start their skyblock automation journey from a single tree to complex technological systems.

SkyFactory 4 Server Setup Guide