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How to Fix Read Timed Out

Fix Read Timed Out by checking server status and improving your network connection stability.

Quick Fix

Check server TPS. If server is lagging, wait or contact admin. If network issue, try a wired connection.

Error Message

io.netty.handler.timeout.ReadTimeoutException

How to Fix

1

Check if the server is experiencing lag

2

Try a wired connection instead of WiFi

3

Increase the connection timeout in server settings if you are the admin

4

Reduce server view distance to lower bandwidth needs

Common Causes

  • Server not sending data within timeout period
  • Severe server lag causing tick timeout
  • Network packet loss

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Try reconnecting
  2. Check server status
  3. Switch to wired connection
  4. Contact server admin if persistent

FAQ

Is this my internet or the server?

If only you experience it, likely your internet. If many players report it, the server is lagging.

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