Server Name<\/strong><\/p>Assign a distinctive name to your server for easy identification in the game’s server browser.<\/p>
\"name\": \"YourCustomServerName\"<\/pre>Password Protection<\/strong><\/p>Set a server password to control access and maintain security.<\/p>
\"password\": \"YourServerPassword\"<\/pre>Player Slot Limit<\/strong><\/p>Specify the maximum number of players your dedicated server can accommodate. For instance, to limit it to 8 <\/strong>slots:<\/p>\"slotCount\": 8<\/pre>Please note that the Enshrouded server consumes approximately 4GB<\/strong> of RAM with no players and up to 6GB<\/strong> with all 16 slots occupied, averaging about 100MB<\/strong> per player.<\/p>After implementing the desired changes, save your custom Enshrouded server settings and exit nano <\/strong>by pressing CTRL + X → Y → Enter<\/strong>.<\/p>8. Set up a Service File for the Enshrouded Server<\/h3>
To streamline your Enshrouded server management, you can set up a service file. This file ensures the server automatically restarts after any crashes and boots with the system. Start by creating and opening the Enshrouded service by executing:<\/p>
sudo nano \/etc\/systemd\/system\/enshrouded.service<\/pre>Within the file, insert the configuration below. These settings dictate the service’s behavior, including the user, the working directory, and the commands to initiate the server:<\/p>
[Unit]\nDescription=Enshrouded Server\nWants=network-online.target\nAfter=network-online.target\n[Service]\nUser=enshrouded\nGroup=enshrouded\nWorkingDirectory=\/home\/enshrouded\/\nExecStartPre=\/usr\/games\/steamcmd +@sSteamCmdForcePlatformType windows +force_install_dir \/home\/enshrouded\/enshroudedserver +login anonymous +app_update 2278520 +quit\nExecStart=\/usr\/bin\/wine64 \/home\/enshrouded\/enshroudedserver\/enshrouded_server.exe\nRestart=always\n[Install]\nWantedBy=multi-user.target<\/pre>After finalizing your changes, activate the service with:<\/p>
sudo systemctl enable enshrouded<\/pre>To start the Enshrouded server immediately without rebooting, execute:<\/p>
sudo systemctl start enshrouded<\/pre>Service Management Commands<\/strong><\/p>Here are additional commands for managing the Enshrouded service:<\/p>
\n- To stop the server, use sudo systemctl stop enshrouded<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Prevent the server from starting automatically with sudo systemctl disable enshrouded<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- After applying changes or troubleshooting, restart the service with sudo systemctl restart enshrouded<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
9. Connect to Your Enshrouded Server<\/h3>
Connecting to your Enshrouded server is simple once it’s correctly set up and running. Below are instructions for players to join your server, along with troubleshooting tips to ensure a smooth connection.<\/p>
Adding Your Server to Favorites in Steam<\/strong><\/p>Players can easily find and join your dedicated server by adding it as a favorite in Steam:<\/p>
\n- Open the Steam client on your computer and select View → Servers<\/strong> to open the Game Servers Panel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- In the Game Servers<\/strong> dialog, click the Favorites<\/strong> tab. Use the select box<\/strong> in the top-right corner to find and select Enshrouded<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Click the plus (+<\/strong>) symbol at the bottom of the dialog box to add a new favorite server.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Type in your server’s IP address and port, then click OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
Connecting to Your Server<\/strong><\/p>To join the server and start playing:<\/p>
\n- Open Enshrouded and select PLAY<\/strong> from the main menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- In the PLAY SELECTION<\/strong> window, choose the JOIN<\/strong> option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Your dedicated server should be listed among the available servers. Click Join<\/strong> on your server name to connect.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
Troubleshooting Connectivity<\/strong><\/p>Here are some best practices to address connectivity issues:<\/p>
\n- Local network<\/strong> – ensure your local network settings permit connections. Check your firewall and antivirus configuration settings to confirm they are not blocking the access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Port forwarding<\/strong> – for players connecting via the internet, verify that the correct port (15637<\/strong> in this case) is forwarded in your router settings to the server’s local IP address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Check log files<\/strong> – review the server’s log files for any errors or warnings related to connection issues. These logs can often provide detailed insights into potential problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Command prompt checks<\/strong> – use command prompt tools like ping<\/strong> to confirm that your server is reachable from client machines. You can also employ tracert<\/strong> (on Windows) or
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