# How to Export and Upload Server Packages for Your ATS Server (/docs/american-truck-simulator/server-packages)



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American Truck Simulator dedicated servers require **server packages** files to load map data, DLC content, and mods. These files are exported from your game client and uploaded to the server. You must re-export them whenever you add or remove DLC or mods.

Export Server Packages [#export-server-packages]

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Enable the developer console [#enable-the-developer-console]

    On your PC, open your ATS `config.cfg` file (usually at `Documents/American Truck Simulator/config.cfg`). Set:

    ```
    uset g_developer "1"
    uset g_console "1"
    ```

    Save and launch ATS.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Export the packages [#export-the-packages]

    In the ATS main menu, press **\~** (tilde) to open the console. Type:

    ```
    export_server_packages
    ```

    This generates two files in your ATS `Documents` folder:

    * `server_packages.sii`
    * `server_packages.dat`
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Upload to the server [#upload-to-the-server]

    In the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com), stop the server. Click **Files** in the sidebar and upload both files to the **server root** directory, replacing any existing ones.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Start the server [#start-the-server]

    Start from **Console**. The server loads your DLC maps and mods.
  </Step>
</Steps>

When to Re-Export [#when-to-re-export]

You need to re-export and re-upload server packages whenever:

* You buy or activate a **new DLC** (map pack)
* You add or remove **mods** from your client
* You update the **game version** (major updates may change package format)

> Without matching server packages, players may see missing roads, invisible terrain, or connection errors.

Related Guides [#related-guides]

* [Mod Setup](/docs/american-truck-simulator/mod-setup)
* [Server Configuration](/docs/american-truck-simulator/server-config)
* [Troubleshooting](/docs/american-truck-simulator/troubleshooting)