# Changing the Map on Your CS 1.6 Server (/docs/counter-strike-16/change-map)



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This guide covers how to upload custom maps and change the default map on your Counter-Strike 1.6 server.

Uploading Your Custom Map [#uploading-your-custom-map]

Maps are commonly found from public FastDL repositories or sites such as GameBanana. Your server will need to be restarted so the FastDL system can automatically sync your added files -- connecting users will not receive the files until the sync is completed.

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    Stop Your Server [#1-stop-your-server]

    Log in to the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com) and `Stop` your CS 1.6 server.
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    Upload the Map [#2-upload-the-map]

    Using SFTP, upload your `map.bsp` file to `cstrike/maps`.
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    Start Your Server [#3-start-your-server]

    Start your server to trigger the FastDL sync.
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Changing Your CS 1.6 Server Default Map [#changing-your-cs-16-server-default-map]

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    Open the Startup Page [#1-open-the-startup-page]

    Log in to the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com) and select your CS 1.6 server. In the sidebar, go to `Startup`.
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    Set the Default Map [#2-set-the-default-map]

    Find the `Default Map` setting and enter your desired map name.
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    Restart Your Server [#3-restart-your-server]

    Restart your server to apply the change.

    > 💡 **Tip:** You can also change maps while your server is running by typing `map mapname` into your server console.
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