# How To Configure Your Nightingale Server (/docs/nightingale/configure-your-server)



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Nightingale dedicated servers can be configured through startup parameters and server configuration files. This guide covers the key settings you can adjust.

Startup Parameters [#startup-parameters]

The most common settings are available directly in the panel.

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    Open the XGamingServer Panel [#1-open-the-xgamingserver-panel]

    Log in to the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com).
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    Go to Startup [#2-go-to-startup]

    In the sidebar, click **Startup**.
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    Adjust Settings [#3-adjust-settings]

    Common startup settings include:

    * **Server Name** - The name shown in the server browser
    * **Max Players** - Maximum number of concurrent players
    * **Server Password** - Password required to join the server
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Configuration Files [#configuration-files]

For more advanced settings, you can edit the server configuration files.

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    Open Files [#1-open-files]

    In the sidebar, click **Files**.
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    Locate the Configuration Files [#2-locate-the-configuration-files]

    Navigate to the server directory and find the server settings configuration files. These may be in subdirectories depending on the server version.
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    Edit the Settings [#3-edit-the-settings]

    Click on the configuration file to open it in the editor. Adjust the settings you want to change.

    Common settings you may want to modify include:

    * Day/night cycle speed
    * PvP or PvE mode
    * Resource gathering rates
    * Enemy difficulty
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    Save and Restart [#4-save-and-restart]

    After making changes, click **Save** and **restart** your server for the settings to take effect.

    > ⚠️ **Warning:** Incorrect configuration values can prevent your server from starting. Consider creating a backup before editing files using **Backups** in the sidebar.

    > 💡 **Tip:** Since Nightingale is a relatively new game, server configuration options may change with updates. Check the game's official documentation and community resources for the latest settings. If you need help, join our [Discord](https://discord.xgamingserver.com).
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