# Beginner's Guide (/docs/getting-started/beginners-guide)



Your First Game Server [#your-first-game-server]

After purchasing a server from [XGamingServer](https://xgamingserver.com), you'll receive an email with your login credentials for the game panel.

Accessing the Game Panel [#accessing-the-game-panel]

1. Go to [panel.xgamingserver.com](https://panel.xgamingserver.com)
2. Log in with the credentials from your welcome email
3. You'll see your server listed on the dashboard

Server Basics [#server-basics]

Starting and Stopping [#starting-and-stopping]

Use the power controls at the top of your server page:

* **Start** — Boots up your server
* **Stop** — Gracefully shuts down your server
* **Restart** — Stops and starts your server
* **Kill** — Force stops the server (use only if it's unresponsive)

Console [#console]

The console tab shows your server's live output. You can type commands directly into the console input at the bottom.

Server Address [#server-address]

Your server IP and port are displayed at the top of the panel. Share this with friends so they can connect.

Next Steps [#next-steps]

* [Connect to Your Server](/docs/getting-started/connect-to-server) — Learn how to join your server in-game
* [Server Management](/docs/panel-guides/server-management) — Learn about advanced server controls
* [Backups](/docs/panel-guides/backups) — Keep your server data safe