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<title>What is the Game Monitor and how do I use it?</title>
<category>Game Monitor</category>
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The Game Monitor is your main control center for managing your game server. From here you can:
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&lt;strong&gt;Server Status:&lt;/strong&gt; View real-time information about your server including player count, map, and server status
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&lt;strong&gt;Start/Stop/Restart:&lt;/strong&gt; Control your server's power state with dedicated buttons
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&lt;strong&gt;Update Server:&lt;/strong&gt; Keep your game server files up to date with automatic or manual updates
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&lt;strong&gt;View Logs:&lt;/strong&gt; Monitor server logs to troubleshoot issues or track player activity
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;RCON Console:&lt;/strong&gt; Send commands directly to your server if supported by the game
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The monitor refreshes automatically to give you up-to-date information about your server's performance and status.
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<title>How do I start, stop, or restart my server?</title>
<category>Game Monitor</category>
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From the Game Monitor page:
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&lt;strong&gt;Start:&lt;/strong&gt; Click the "Start" button to launch your server. Wait for the status to show as "Online"
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&lt;strong&gt;Stop:&lt;/strong&gt; Click the "Stop" button to safely shut down your server
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&lt;strong&gt;Restart:&lt;/strong&gt; Click "Restart" to stop and start your server in one action
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Important:&lt;/strong&gt; Always use these controls rather than killing processes directly. This ensures proper shutdown and prevents data corruption.
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If your server fails to start, check the server logs for error messages that can help identify configuration issues.
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<title>What is the Scheduler and how does it work?</title>
<category>Scheduler</category>
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The Scheduler is a cron-like system that allows you to automate server tasks at specific times or intervals.
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;What is Cron?&lt;/strong&gt; Cron is a time-based job scheduler used in Unix-like systems (Linux). The panel's Scheduler brings this functionality to game server management.
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Common uses:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;• Automatic server restarts (daily, weekly, etc.)
&lt;br&gt;• Scheduled server updates
&lt;br&gt;• Backup creation at regular intervals
&lt;br&gt;• Sending automated messages to players
&lt;br&gt;• Running custom scripts or commands
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Access the Scheduler from the main menu to create, edit, or delete scheduled tasks for your servers.
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<title>How do I create scheduled tasks (for non-Linux users)?</title>
<category>Scheduler</category>
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The Scheduler uses cron syntax, which may be unfamiliar to Windows users. Here's a simple guide:
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&lt;strong&gt;Cron Format:&lt;/strong&gt; * * * * * (5 fields separated by spaces)
&lt;br&gt;Position 1: Minute (0-59)
&lt;br&gt;Position 2: Hour (0-23, where 0 = midnight)
&lt;br&gt;Position 3: Day of month (1-31)
&lt;br&gt;Position 4: Month (1-12)
&lt;br&gt;Position 5: Day of week (0-7, where 0 and 7 = Sunday)
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Examples:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;0 6 * * *&lt;/code&gt; - Every day at 6:00 AM
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;0 0 * * 0&lt;/code&gt; - Every Sunday at midnight
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;*/30 * * * *&lt;/code&gt; - Every 30 minutes
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;0 4 * * 1&lt;/code&gt; - Every Monday at 4:00 AM
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&lt;strong&gt;Special characters:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;*&lt;/code&gt; means "every" (every minute, hour, etc.)
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;*/X&lt;/code&gt; means "every X units" (*/15 = every 15 minutes)
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;X,Y&lt;/code&gt; means "at X and Y" (1,15 = 1st and 15th)
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;X-Y&lt;/code&gt; means "from X to Y" (9-17 = 9 AM to 5 PM)
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<title>Common Scheduler examples for game servers</title>
<category>Scheduler</category>
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Here are practical examples for common server management tasks:
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&lt;strong&gt;Daily Restart at 6 AM:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Schedule: &lt;code&gt;0 6 * * *&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Action: Restart Server
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Weekly Restart (Sunday 3 AM):&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Schedule: &lt;code&gt;0 3 * * 0&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Action: Restart Server
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&lt;strong&gt;Hourly Server Update Check:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Schedule: &lt;code&gt;0 * * * *&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Action: Update Server
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&lt;strong&gt;Daily Backup at Midnight:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Schedule: &lt;code&gt;0 0 * * *&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Action: Create Backup
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&lt;strong&gt;Maintenance Window (2 AM - 4 AM daily):&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Stop: &lt;code&gt;0 2 * * *&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Start: &lt;code&gt;0 4 * * *&lt;/code&gt;
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Remember to consider your server's time zone and peak player hours when scheduling restarts or maintenance.
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<title>What is the Dashboard and what can I see there?</title>
<category>Dashboard</category>
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The Dashboard is your overview page that displays key information about all your servers and account:
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Server Status Widgets:&lt;/strong&gt; Quick view of all your servers' online/offline status
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Resource Usage:&lt;/strong&gt; CPU, memory, and disk usage for your servers
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Player Activity:&lt;/strong&gt; Current player counts across all your game servers
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Recent Events:&lt;/strong&gt; Server starts, stops, updates, and other activities
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Quick Actions:&lt;/strong&gt; Fast access to common tasks like starting/stopping servers
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;System Alerts:&lt;/strong&gt; Important notifications about your servers or account
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
The Dashboard refreshes automatically and serves as your central command center for monitoring multiple game servers at a glance.
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<title>How do I manage server configuration files?</title>
<category>File Management</category>
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The panel provides several ways to edit your server configuration files:
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Config Files Editor:&lt;/strong&gt; Built-in editor for game-specific configuration files with syntax highlighting
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;File Manager:&lt;/strong&gt; Browser-based file manager to upload, download, edit, and organize all server files
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;FTP Access:&lt;/strong&gt; Use your favorite FTP client to manage files directly
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Important Tips:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;• Always backup configuration files before making changes
&lt;br&gt;• Stop your server before editing critical config files
&lt;br&gt;• Some files are protected and cannot be modified for security reasons
&lt;br&gt;• Test configuration changes carefully - invalid configs can prevent server startup
&lt;br&gt;• Use the built-in editor when possible as it provides validation and syntax checking
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<title>How do I use the File Manager?</title>
<category>File Management</category>
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The File Manager is a web-based interface for managing your server files:
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Navigation:&lt;/strong&gt; Click folders to browse your server directory structure
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Upload Files:&lt;/strong&gt; Drag and drop files or use the upload button to add files to your server
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Edit Files:&lt;/strong&gt; Click on text files to open the built-in editor
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Download Files:&lt;/strong&gt; Right-click files to download them to your computer
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Create Folders:&lt;/strong&gt; Use the "New Folder" button to organize your files
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Delete Files:&lt;/strong&gt; Select files and click delete (be careful - this is permanent!)
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Permissions:&lt;/strong&gt; View and modify file permissions if your game requires specific settings
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The File Manager supports most common file operations and is perfect for quick changes without needing a separate FTP client.
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<title>What backup and restore options are available?</title>
<category>Backup &amp; Restore</category>
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The panel provides comprehensive backup and restore functionality:
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&lt;strong&gt;Automatic Backups:&lt;/strong&gt; Schedule regular backups of your server files and data
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&lt;strong&gt;Manual Backups:&lt;/strong&gt; Create instant backups before making major changes
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Database Backups:&lt;/strong&gt; Export MySQL databases associated with your game servers
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Selective Restore:&lt;/strong&gt; Restore specific files or folders rather than entire server
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Download Backups:&lt;/strong&gt; Download backup files to your local computer for safekeeping
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Best Practices:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;• Always backup before major updates or configuration changes
&lt;br&gt;• Keep multiple backup versions (daily, weekly, monthly)
&lt;br&gt;• Test restore procedures periodically to ensure backups work
&lt;br&gt;• Store important backups offline for maximum protection
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<title>How do I manage server updates?</title>
<category>Server Management</category>
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The panel provides multiple update options for keeping your servers current:
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&lt;strong&gt;Automatic Updates:&lt;/strong&gt; Enable automatic Steam updates when new game versions are released
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Manual Updates:&lt;/strong&gt; Check for and apply updates on-demand from the Game Monitor
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&lt;strong&gt;Scheduled Updates:&lt;/strong&gt; Use the Scheduler to update servers during low-traffic periods
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Validation:&lt;/strong&gt; Verify and repair corrupted game files using Steam's validation system
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Rollback:&lt;/strong&gt; Restore previous game versions if needed (when backups are available)
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&lt;strong&gt;Update Tips:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;• Monitor update logs for any errors during the process
&lt;br&gt;• Consider backing up before major game updates
&lt;br&gt;• Some updates may require server restart or configuration changes
&lt;br&gt;• Test servers after updates to ensure mods and plugins still work
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<title>How do I use RCON to manage my server?</title>
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RCON (Remote Console) allows you to send commands directly to your game server:
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Accessing RCON:&lt;/strong&gt; Click the "Console" or "RCON" button in your Game Monitor
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&lt;strong&gt;Authentication:&lt;/strong&gt; RCON may require a password set in your server configuration
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Common Commands:&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;say [message]&lt;/code&gt; - Send message to all players
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;kick [player]&lt;/code&gt; - Remove a player from the server
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;ban [player]&lt;/code&gt; - Permanently ban a player
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;status&lt;/code&gt; - Show server status and player list
&lt;br&gt;• &lt;code&gt;changelevel [map]&lt;/code&gt; - Change to a different map
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&lt;strong&gt;Note:&lt;/strong&gt; Available commands vary by game. Not all games support RCON functionality. Check your specific game's documentation for supported commands.
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