Can I open a Minecraft server on my Macbook Pro?

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Can I open a Minecraft server on my Macbook Pro?

This is my Macbook info -

Macbook 13-inch, Mid 2012

Processor 2.9 GHz Intel Core i7

Intel HD Graphics 4000 1024 MB graphics

The problem I have currently is that when I open Minecraft (the game), my Macbook temperature count (I'm using smcFanControl) will reach 90 degrees celsius when my fan rpm is on 5015. So, what if I open the console and game both at the same time? Will it reach 96++ degrees? I have now the original RAM for my Macbook that is 2 4GB memory cards and I want to upgrade it only if i can run a minecraft server. So please help me. Thanks in advance ^^

MacBook Pro, OS X Mavericks (10.9.1)

Posted on Dec 27, 2013 12:42 AM

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Answer 1

alex94598

Level 2

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Dec 27, 2013 2:10 AM in response to CallMeMarquis

90 degrees celcius that's a little crazy you either have too many apps open or your computers fans are not working well

More RAM is not going to change your computers temperature in any way, but it will defintely allow you to run a minecraft server a lot smoother.

RAM =/ no effect on computer temperature

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Answer 2

Courcoul

Level 6

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Dec 27, 2013 2:21 AM in response to CallMeMarquis

If running the server implies doing complex graphics on the Mac's screen, a 13" model will not cut it, since it just has the piddly Intel integrated GPU. Else, if the graphics are done on the remote client computers, it may be feasible to run the server. If you do, you will want to either connect via the Ethernet port or ensure your Wi-Fi router is 802.11n so there will be enough network bandwith.

The heating may become an issue. A Mac will cut out for self protection if internal temperatures exceed 100C. You may need some sort of cooling pad underneath to improve heat dissipation.

The model can be expanded to a max of 16GB RAM in an 2x8 204-pin PC3-12800 (1600 MHz) DDR3 SO-DIMM configuration.

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Answer 3

Dec 27, 2013 9:44 AM in response to alex94598

First of all, I'm only opening Safari and Minecraft at the same time. Secondly, the RAM has nothing to do with the heating on this question. If I upgrade my RAM, when a lot of people come online to the server, (let's say they have the best computer and internet) they won't be as laggy. And its only if I put my laptop to sleep nd then opening my laptop or when I'm not playing the game for a long while that its like this, mostly its like 76-80 degrees while iTunes and Safari is on. Sorry for not including this in my question.

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Answer 4

Dec 27, 2013 9:50 AM in response to Courcoul

It kind of has nothing to do with graphics its just like opening a console (Terminal) all day long 24/7 as long as you want the server to be online. and if you read my previous reply to alex94598, you can see that its not always 90 degrees and again, I'm sorry for that. And I've tried using a cooling pad and all the recommendations to cool a Macbook but they don't actually work. My normal laptop temperature is 42 degrees when 2 windows of Safari is on. Thanks

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