# How To Configure Your SCP: Secret Laboratory Server (/docs/scp-secret-laboratory/configure-your-server)



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SCP: Secret Laboratory servers are configured through several text-based configuration files. The two main files are `config_gameplay.txt` for gameplay settings and `config_remoteadmin.txt` for admin and permission settings.

Gameplay Configuration [#gameplay-configuration]

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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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    Open Files [#2-open-files]

    In the sidebar, click **Files**.
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    Open config_gameplay.txt [#3-open-config_gameplaytxt]

    Navigate to the configuration directory and open `config_gameplay.txt`.
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    Adjust Gameplay Settings [#4-adjust-gameplay-settings]

    Common settings you can modify include:

    ```
    # Server identity
    server_name: My SCP:SL Server
    max_players: 25
    server_ip: auto

    # Gameplay
    friendly_fire: false
    auto_round_restart_time: 10
    lobby_waiting_time: 25
    minimum_players_to_start: 2

    # SCP settings
    scp_049_revival_time: 10
    scp_096_max_speed: 15
    ```
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    Save and Restart [#5-save-and-restart]

    Click **Save** and **restart** your server.
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Remote Admin Configuration [#remote-admin-configuration]

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    Open config_remoteadmin.txt [#1-open-config_remoteadmintxt]

    Navigate to the configuration directory and open `config_remoteadmin.txt`.
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    Adjust Admin Settings [#2-adjust-admin-settings]

    This file controls Remote Admin access, roles, and permissions. See the [Adding Admins](/docs/scp-secret-laboratory/adding-admins) guide for details on setting up admin roles.

    Common settings include:

    * **Admin password** - Password for Remote Admin access
    * **Role definitions** - Custom permission roles
    * **Member list** - Steam IDs mapped to roles
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    Save and Restart [#3-save-and-restart]

    Click **Save** and **restart** your server.
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</div>

Server Verification [#server-verification]

To have your server appear in the official server list, you need to be verified by Northwood Studios. Unverified servers can still be joined via direct connect.

> 📝 **Note:** To apply for server verification, visit the [Northwood Studios verification page](https://scpslgame.com/) and follow their requirements.

> 💡 **Tip:** After making configuration changes, always check the **Console** in the panel after restarting to make sure there are no errors. If you need help with specific settings, join our [Discord](https://discord.xgamingserver.com).