# Installation

This guide explains how to install RS-MobStand on your Minecraft server.

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# Requirements

RS-MobStand requires:

* Minecraft 1.21+
* Paper Server
* Java 21 or newer

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# Download

Download the latest RS-MobStand release from the official GitHub repository.

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# Installation Steps

## Step 1

Stop your server.

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## Step 2

Place:

```text id="xx4q8l"
RS-MobStand-x.x.x.jar
```

into your server's:

```text id="hbg7va"
plugins
```

folder.

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## Step 3

Start the server.

RS-MobStand will automatically generate its configuration files.

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## Step 4

Verify the plugin loads successfully.

You should see startup messages indicating RS-MobStand has been enabled.

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## Step 5

Configure settings if desired.

Any configuration changes can be applied using:

```text id="f9icq7"
Admin Menu
    ↓
Reload Config
```

or by restarting the server.

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# Updating

To update:

1. Stop the server.
2. Replace the existing jar.
3. Start the server.

Your Mob Stand data and configuration will remain intact.

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# Verifying Installation

Create a test Armor Stand.

Sneak and right-click it while holding a Stick.

If the Armor Stand converts successfully, the installation is complete.

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# Related Pages

* Creating Your First Mob Stand
* Permissions
* Troubleshooting