The Storage Module Tablet Comes From Applied Energistics 2

The Storage Module Tablet in ATM10 is added by Applied Energistics 2, a mod that focuses on digital storage and item management. This tablet is a portable device that lets you access your ME (Matter Energy) storage system from anywhere in the world, rather than being tied to a fixed location.

Applied Energistics 2 is one of the largest mods in the ATM10 pack and handles everything from storing items in a compact digital grid to automating crafting and sorting. The Storage Module Tablet is one of its most useful portable tools because it gives you the same access to your stored items that you would have standing at your ME terminal.

Key Takeaways

  • Applied Energistics 2 is the mod that adds the Storage Module Tablet to ATM10.
  • The tablet connects wirelessly to your ME storage system and works from anywhere in the world.
  • You need an ME network set up with a controller and storage drives before the tablet will function.
  • The tablet requires power and a wireless access point to communicate with your ME system.

How the Storage Module Tablet Works in Your ME Network

The Storage Module Tablet acts as a remote terminal for your ME (Matter Energy) network. Once you craft one and link it to a wireless access point in your ME system, you can pull it out and view your stored items, search for things, and craft items from anywhere — even in a different dimension.

The tablet displays your storage in the same grid layout as a standard ME terminal. You can sort by name, quantity, or mod, and you can drag items out to your inventory or request crafting jobs. The tablet itself needs to stay charged, and it consumes power whenever you use it, so you will want to keep it in your inventory or a power source when not in active use.

What You Need to Build a Storage Module Tablet

Crafting a Storage Module Tablet requires materials from Applied Energistics 2 itself. You will need Certus Quartz (found underground or grown in a growth chamber), Fluix Crystals (made by combining Certus Quartz with Redstone and a Nether Quartz in water), and standard materials like Iron Ingots and Glass Panes.

The exact recipe uses a crafting table and includes an ME Storage Component in the center, surrounded by Fluix Crystals and other materials. You can check the recipe in-game using JEI or NEI (the mod packs include one of these recipe viewers) by searching for "Storage Module Tablet" and clicking on the crafting recipe.

Setting Up Wireless Access for Your Tablet

A tablet alone cannot reach your ME network unless you have a Wireless Access Point installed in your ME system. This point acts as a bridge between the tablet and your network, broadcasting a signal that the tablet can pick up. The access point must be connected to your ME controller and powered.

Once the access point is in place and powered, any Storage Module Tablet you craft will automatically detect it and connect. The range depends on your setup — by default it works across the entire world, but some servers or modpacks may have range limits configured. If your tablet shows no network connection, check that your access point is powered and connected to your ME controller.

Power Requirements and Battery Life

The Storage Module Tablet runs on AE (Applied Energistics) power, which is the energy system used by Applied Energistics 2. The tablet has an internal battery that drains whenever you use it to search, move items, or craft. A full charge lasts longer if you use the tablet sparingly, but heavy use will drain it quickly.

You can recharge the tablet by placing it in a charger (also from Applied Energistics 2) or by holding it in your hand while standing near a powered ME network. Some players keep a charger near their main base and swap tablets between use and charging, while others craft multiple tablets so they always have a charged one available.

Alternatives to the Storage Module Tablet

If you do not want to build a full ME network, ATM10 includes other mods with portable storage options. Refined Storage is a similar mod that also offers wireless access to storage, and some players prefer it because the recipes are slightly cheaper. Integrated Dynamics offers a different approach with logic-based storage, though it is more complex to set up.

For simpler needs, Backpacks from various mods let you carry more items without a network at all. However, none of these give you the same level of automation and sorting that Applied Energistics 2 provides, so the Storage Module Tablet remains the most powerful option once you have the infrastructure in place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a Storage Module Tablet without a wireless access point?

No. The tablet needs a wireless access point connected to your ME network to function. Without it, the tablet will show no network connection and you cannot access your storage. The access point is a required part of the setup.

What happens if my tablet battery dies while I am far from base?

A dead tablet becomes inert and cannot connect to your network until you recharge it. You will need to carry it back to a charger or to your ME network to restore power. Some players keep a second charged tablet in their inventory to avoid this problem.

Can multiple players use the same wireless access point?

Yes. Any Storage Module Tablet in range of a wireless access point can connect to it, so multiple players on a server can all use tablets linked to the same ME network. However, they will all be accessing the same storage, so items removed by one player are gone for everyone.

Does the Storage Module Tablet work across dimensions?

Yes, the tablet can reach your ME network from the Nether, the End, or any custom dimension, as long as the wireless access point is powered and connected to your ME controller in the Overworld. The range is effectively unlimited unless your server has configured a specific limit.

Is the Storage Module Tablet the same as a Portable Terminal?

No. A Portable Terminal is a different item from Applied Energistics 2 that works similarly but has a different recipe and appearance. Both serve the same purpose — remote access to your ME network — so which one you craft depends on what materials you have available and personal preference.