# How To Configure Your Stationeers Server (/docs/stationeers/configure-your-server)



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Stationeers servers are configured through startup parameters and the `default.ini` configuration file. 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
    * **World Name** - The name of the world save
    * **World Type** - The planet/environment type (e.g., Moon, Mars, Europa, Vulcan, Loulan)
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Configuration File [#configuration-file]

For more detailed settings, you can edit the `default.ini` configuration file.

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    Open Files [#1-open-files]

    In the sidebar, click **Files**.
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    Locate default.ini [#2-locate-defaultini]

    Find the `default.ini` file in the server directory.
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    Edit Settings [#3-edit-settings]

    Common configuration options include:

    ```
    [GameData]
    ServerName=My Stationeers Server
    ServerPassword=
    MaxPlayers=10
    AutoSave=true
    SaveInterval=300
    StartingCondition=Default
    RespawnCondition=Default
    ```
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    Understanding Key Settings [#4-understanding-key-settings]

    | Setting             | Description                          |
    | ------------------- | ------------------------------------ |
    | `ServerName`        | Name displayed in the server browser |
    | `ServerPassword`    | Password required to join the server |
    | `MaxPlayers`        | Maximum concurrent players           |
    | `AutoSave`          | Enable automatic world saving        |
    | `SaveInterval`      | Time between auto-saves (in seconds) |
    | `StartingCondition` | Starting conditions for new players  |
    | `RespawnCondition`  | Conditions when players respawn      |
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    Save and Restart [#5-save-and-restart]

    After making changes, click **Save** and **restart** your server.

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

    > 💡 **Tip:** The world type determines the environment, atmosphere, and temperature challenges players face. Moon is the default and recommended for new players. If you need help, join our [Discord](https://discord.xgamingserver.com).
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