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Setting Up a Rust Server on VolticHost

Last updated on Feb 13, 2025

Running your own Rust server allows you to customize gameplay, manage player communities, and control server settings. Whether you're hosting a PvP, PvE, or modded server, setting it up correctly ensures smooth performance and stability.

This guide will walk you through setting up a Rust server, configuring startup settings, and launching it using VolticHost Game Panel.

📌 Prerequisites

1️⃣ Install and Start Your Rust Server

  1. Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.

  2. Click on your Rust server.

  3. Navigate to the Startup tab.

  4. Confirm that the following fields are set:

    • Server Name: Choose a custom name for your server.

    • Server Port: 28015 (default Rust port).

    • Server Identity: A unique identifier for saving world data.

    • Max Players: Set the player cap (e.g., 50).

  5. Click Save Changes.

  6. Navigate to the Console tab and click Start to launch your server.

✅ Your Rust server is now online!

2️⃣ Configure Basic Server Settings

  1. Navigate to the File Manager tab.

  2. Open the following file for editing:

    /server/rust/cfg/server.cfg

  3. Add or modify the following settings:

    server.hostname "My Rust Server"
server.description "Welcome to our Rust server! Enjoy a fun experience."
server.url "https://discord.gg/example"
server.maxplayers 50
server.worldsize 4000
server.seed 12345

  4. Click Save File.

✅ Your server settings are now customized!

3️⃣ Set Up RCON for Remote Server Management

  1. In the Startup tab, locate RCON Port and RCON Password.

  2. Set a secure RCON password to prevent unauthorized access.

  3. Click Save Changes.

  4. Use a tool like RustAdmin or BattleMetrics RCON to connect:

    • RCON Address: YourServerIP:28016

    • RCON Password: (Your password)

✅ You can now manage your Rust server remotely!

4️⃣ Restart the Server to Apply Changes

  1. Navigate to the Console tab in VolticHost Game Panel.

  2. Click Stop to shut down the server.

  3. Wait a few seconds, then click Start to restart the server.

✅ Your Rust server is now fully configured and online!

🎉 Conclusion

You've successfully set up and configured your Rust server using VolticHost Game Panel! Players can now join your server and experience custom gameplay settings. 🚀

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support.