FiveM Server Guides
Comprehensive guides to set up, manage, and customize your FiveM dedicated server.
FiveM is a multiplayer modification framework for GTA V, allowing you to host custom multiplayer servers with unique game modes, scripts, and modifications. Whether you are running a roleplay server, racing community, or custom game mode, these guides will help you get your XGamingServer FiveM server configured and running smoothly.
Getting Started
Create License Key
Generate a cfx.re license key for your server.
Connect to Your Server
Join your FiveM server using the FiveM client.
Configure Your Server
Edit server.cfg and adjust settings.
Set a Password
Password protect your server.
Frameworks (Roleplay)
ESX vs QBCore
Compare the two RP frameworks and choose the right one.
Install ESX Legacy
Install the ESX roleplay framework via txAdmin recipe or manually.
Install QBCore
Install the QBCore roleplay framework via txAdmin recipe.
Database Setup
Create a MySQL database and configure oxmysql for ESX or QBCore.
Server Management
Adding Admins
Grant admin permissions using ace permissions.
ACE Permissions
FiveM's native permission system — groups, principals, and inheritance.
Whitelist Setup
Whitelist via txAdmin, ACE, or Discord roles.
Change Server Name
Update your server's display name.
Max Players
Change the maximum player count.
txAdmin
Use the txAdmin web panel for server management.
txAdmin Discord Bot
Server status embeds and notifications in Discord.
Reset Server
Wipe and reinstall your server.
Customization
Install Resources
Add scripts, mods, and custom resources.
Custom Vehicles
Add addon car mods to your server.
Custom Maps / MLOs
Add custom buildings and interiors.
Loading Screen
Custom HTML loading screen.
Enable DLC Content
Set game build to unlock Cayo Perico, Tuners, and more.
Steam Web API Key
Set up Steam identifier support.
Server Icon
Add a custom icon to the server browser.
Install ELS
Emergency Lighting System for RP vehicles.
Install EUP
Emergency Uniforms Pack for police/fire/EMS.
Troubleshooting & Advanced
Clear Cache
Fix resource loading errors by clearing the server cache.
Server Not Listed
Fix your server not appearing in the browser.
Server Ports
Which ports FiveM uses and how to verify.
Optimize Performance
OneSync, convars, and entity lockdown.
Automated Messages
Scheduled announcements and timed messages.
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