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You can configure SCUM server backups straight from the panel and download the backups anytime you want. Now data loss will be a thing of the past.
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We offer dedicated physical resources exclusively for your use, not just a shared pool of servers with slot restrictions. This guarantees your server remains unencumbered and can handle Armed NPCs, the revamped island, and all 1.0 features. With complete access to core server metrics, you can track performance as it happens. Hardware Specifications: AMD Ryzen 3900X/AMD Ryzen 5800X 3.80 GHz / 128GB DDR4 RAM / 1TB NVMe SSDs /Network Capacity: Premium 1Gbps
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Experience unparalleled convenience with our built-in file management system, eliminating the need for time-consuming SFTP programs. Add, delete, and edit files directly on your server through our intuitive interface. Whether you're tweaking a config file, updating server rules, or implementing new mods, you can make real-time changes from one centralized dashboard.
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We will show you how Xgamingserver makes it easier for you to set up a SCUM server without the many configurations and technical knowhow
Welcome to the ultimate SCUM server hosting guide! Whether you're setting up your first SCUM server or looking to optimize an existing one, this comprehensive tutorial covers everything from basic installation to advanced server management. SCUM's complex survival mechanics require specific server configurations to deliver the best possible gameplay experience for your community.
Before setting up your SCUM server, ensure your system meets the minimum requirements and you have the necessary access permissions.
SCUM dedicated servers are distributed through Steam's command-line tool, SteamCMD. Follow these steps for both Windows and Linux installations.
Step 1: Download and install SteamCMD
# Download SteamCMD from: https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip
# Extract to C:\steamcmd\
# Run steamcmd.exe
Step 2: Install SCUM Dedicated Server
login anonymous
force_install_dir C:\SCUMserver
app_update 402970 validate
quit
Step 1: Install dependencies and SteamCMD
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
sudo apt install lib32gcc-s1 lib32stdc++6 curl wget net-tools screen ufw -y
# Create steamcmd user (recommended for security)
sudo useradd -m steamcmd
sudo su - steamcmd
# Download and install SteamCMD
mkdir ~/steamcmd && cd ~/steamcmd
wget https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd_linux.tar.gz
tar -xvzf steamcmd_linux.tar.gz
Step 2: Install SCUM Dedicated Server
./steamcmd.sh
login anonymous
force_install_dir ~/scum-server
app_update 402970 validate
quit
Linux (UFW):
sudo ufw allow ssh
sudo ufw allow 7777/tcp
sudo ufw allow 7778/tcp
sudo ufw allow 7777/udp
sudo ufw allow 27015/udp
sudo ufw enable
Windows Firewall:
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="SCUM Server TCP" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=7777-7778
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="SCUM Server UDP" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=7777
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="SCUM Server Steam" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=27015
SCUM servers use configuration files to define server behavior, game rules, and world settings. The main configuration files are located in the server's Config directory.
Create or edit Config/ServerSettings.ini
:
[/Script/SCUM.GameSession]
# Basic Server Information
ServerName="Your SCUM Server Name"
ServerPassword=""
AdminPassword="YourAdminPassword123"
ServerMaxPlayers=64
# World Settings
EnableCharacterCustomization=true
AllowCharacterCreation=true
MaxSpawnedVehicles=200
MaxSpawnedItems=50000
# Time and Weather
DayTimeSpeedMultiplier=8.0
NightTimeSpeedMultiplier=25.0
DayDuration=2.0
NightDuration=0.5
# Gameplay Settings
ExpMultiplier=1.0
FamePointsMultiplier=1.0
KillReward=100.0
LoginReward=50.0
# PvP Settings
AllowPvP=true
AllowFriendlyFire=false
# Respawn Settings
SpawnProtectionTime=60.0
RespawnTimeMultiplier=1.0
Create or edit Config/Engine.ini
for performance optimization:
[Core.System]
Paths=../../../Engine/Content
Paths=%GAMEDIR%Content
Paths=../../../SCUM/Content
[/Script/Engine.Engine]
+ActiveGameNameRedirects=(OldGameName="SCUMGame",NewGameName="/Script/SCUM")
[/Script/Engine.GameEngine]
MaxDeltaTime=0.5
ServerDefaultMap=/Game/Maps/SCUM-MAP
[SystemSettings]
r.ViewDistanceScale=0.8
r.SkeletalMeshLODBias=1
r.ParticleLODBias=1
SCUM offers extensive customization options for server administrators. These advanced settings allow you to fine-tune the gameplay experience.
Modify loot spawning in ServerSettings.ini
:
# Loot Configuration
ItemSpawnMultiplier=1.0
VehicleSpawnMultiplier=1.0
AnimalSpawnMultiplier=1.0
PuppetSpawnMultiplier=1.0
# Specific Item Categories
MeleeWeaponSpawnMultiplier=1.5
RifleSpawnMultiplier=0.8
PistolSpawnMultiplier=1.2
FoodSpawnMultiplier=1.3
MedicalSpawnMultiplier=1.1
ClothingSpawnMultiplier=1.0
AmmoSpawnMultiplier=0.9
# Vehicle Settings
MaxVehiclesPerPlayer=3
VehicleDamageMultiplier=1.0
VehicleFuelConsumptionMultiplier=1.0
VehicleEngineStartProbability=0.8
# Specific Vehicle Types
CarSpawnMultiplier=1.0
TruckSpawnMultiplier=0.7
MotorcycleSpawnMultiplier=1.2
BoatSpawnMultiplier=0.5
# Combat Configuration
DamageMultiplier=1.0
PlayerVsPlayerDamageMultiplier=1.0
PlayerVsPuppetDamageMultiplier=1.0
PlayerVsAnimalDamageMultiplier=1.0
# Body Part Damage
HeadDamageMultiplier=2.0
ChestDamageMultiplier=1.0
StomachDamageMultiplier=0.8
LimbDamageMultiplier=0.6
# Unconscious Settings
UnconsciousTimeMultiplier=1.0
ReviveTimeMultiplier=1.0
SCUM features a comprehensive admin system for server management. Set up admin accounts and learn essential commands for effective server administration.
Edit Config/ServerSettings.ini
to add admin Steam IDs:
# Admin Configuration
AdminSteamIds=("76561198123456789","76561198987654321")
ModeratorSteamIds=("76561198111111111","76561198222222222")
To find Steam ID64, use: steamid64.com
Press F1 in-game to open the admin console, then use these commands:
# Player Management
#kick PlayerName "Reason"
#ban PlayerName "Reason"
#unban SteamID64
#listPlayers
#listBans
# Teleportation
#teleport PlayerName
#teleportTo X Y Z
#teleportToPlayer TargetPlayer
# Item Spawning
#spawnItem ItemName Quantity
#spawnVehicle VehicleName
#giveItem PlayerName ItemName Quantity
# Server Control
#shutdown
#restart
#save
#location (shows current coordinates)
Enable web admin in ServerSettings.ini
:
# Web Admin Configuration
bWebAdminEnabled=true
WebAdminPort=8080
WebAdminUser="admin"
WebAdminPassword="SecurePassword123"
Access web admin at: http://your-server-ip:8080
Optimize your SCUM server for maximum performance and player capacity. These settings can significantly impact server stability and player experience.
Windows Launch Script (start_server.bat):
@echo off
cd /d "C:\SCUMserver"
SCUMServer.exe -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=64 -multihome=0.0.0.0
pause
Linux Launch Script (start_server.sh):
#!/bin/bash
cd ~/scum-server
screen -dmS scum-server ./SCUMServer.sh -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=64 -multihome=0.0.0.0
echo "SCUM server started in screen session. Use 'screen -r scum-server' to view."
Add these settings to Engine.ini
:
[SystemSettings]
# Memory Management
r.Streaming.PoolSize=2048
r.Streaming.MaxTempMemoryAllowed=256
# CPU Optimization
r.OneFrameThreadLag=0
r.RHICmdBypass=0
# Graphics Performance
r.DefaultFeature.AntiAliasing=0
r.DefaultFeature.MotionBlur=0
r.DepthOfFieldQuality=0
r.LightShaftQuality=0
r.ShadowQuality=1
r.TextureQuality=1
Network settings in Engine.ini
:
[/Script/Engine.Player]
ConfiguredInternetSpeed=25000
ConfiguredLanSpeed=25000
[/Script/OnlineSubsystemUtils.IpNetDriver]
MaxClientRate=25000
MaxInternetClientRate=25000
NetServerMaxTickRate=60
LanServerMaxTickRate=60
Regular maintenance ensures optimal server performance and security. Follow these procedures for updates, backups, and routine maintenance.
Windows Update Script (update_server.bat):
@echo off
echo Stopping SCUM server...
taskkill /F /IM SCUMServer.exe
timeout /t 10
echo Updating server files...
cd "C:\steamcmd"
steamcmd.exe +login anonymous +force_install_dir "C:\SCUMserver" +app_update 402970 validate +quit
echo Starting server...
cd "C:\SCUMserver"
start SCUMServer.exe -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=64
Linux Update Script (update_server.sh):
#!/bin/bash
echo "Stopping SCUM server..."
screen -S scum-server -X quit
sleep 10
echo "Updating server files..."
cd ~/steamcmd
./steamcmd.sh +login anonymous +force_install_dir ~/scum-server +app_update 402970 validate +quit
echo "Starting server..."
cd ~/scum-server
screen -dmS scum-server ./SCUMServer.sh -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=64
echo "Server restarted successfully!"
Important directories to backup:
# Essential backup locations
Saved/Config/ # Server configuration
Saved/SaveGames/ # World save data
Saved/Logs/ # Server logs
Config/ # Configuration files
Linux Backup Script:
#!/bin/bash
BACKUP_DIR="/backups/scum-$(date +%Y%m%d-%H%M%S)"
mkdir -p "$BACKUP_DIR"
# Copy save data and configs
cp -r ~/scum-server/Saved/ "$BACKUP_DIR/"
cp -r ~/scum-server/Config/ "$BACKUP_DIR/"
# Compress backup
tar -czf "$BACKUP_DIR.tar.gz" -C /backups "$(basename $BACKUP_DIR)"
rm -rf "$BACKUP_DIR"
echo "Backup completed: $BACKUP_DIR.tar.gz"
Resolve common SCUM server issues with these troubleshooting steps and solutions.
Monitor server performance:
# Linux monitoring commands
htop # Real-time process monitor
free -h # Memory usage
df -h # Disk space
netstat -tulpn | grep 7777 # Port status
# Check SCUM server logs
tail -f ~/scum-server/Saved/Logs/SCUM.log
Enhance your SCUM server with advanced features, custom events, and community modifications.
Configure events in ServerSettings.ini
:
# Event Configuration
bEventsEnabled=true
AirdropEventInterval=3600.0
CargoDropEventInterval=1800.0
# Airdrop Settings
AirdropLootMultiplier=1.5
AirdropRadius=500.0
# Cargo Drop Settings
CargoDropLootMultiplier=1.2
CargoDropRadius=300.0
Configure the in-game economy:
# Economy Settings
bEconomyEnabled=true
StartingMoney=1000
FamePointValue=10.0
GoldValue=100.0
# Trading Post Settings
TradingPostTax=0.05
MaxTradeOffers=10
Protect your SCUM server from attacks and ensure fair gameplay with these security measures.
Enable BattlEye anti-cheat:
# Anti-Cheat Settings
bBattlEyeEnabled=true
bEACEnabled=true
bVACEnabled=true
# Additional Security
bAllowCheats=false
bLogPlayerStats=true
MaxAllowedPing=200
# Access Control Settings
bWhitelistEnabled=false
WhitelistedSteamIds=("76561198123456789")
# Password Protection
ServerPassword="YourServerPassword"
AdminPassword="SecureAdminPassword123"
# Auto-moderation
bAutoKickIdlers=true
IdleKickTime=1800.0
bAutoKickTeamKillers=true
TeamKillLimit=3
Once you've completed the configuration, start your SCUM server using the appropriate launch script for your platform. Monitor the server logs during the first launch to ensure everything is working correctly.
Final launch command (Linux):
cd ~/scum-server
chmod +x start_server.sh
./start_server.sh
Monitor server status:
screen -r scum-server # Attach to server console
tail -f Saved/Logs/SCUM.log # Monitor logs
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Hosting your own SCUM server gives you complete control over the gameplay experience. Customize loot tables, adjust metabolism rates, configure PvP zones, and create unique events. With XGamingServer's optimized hosting solutions, you can focus on building your community while we handle the technical infrastructure.
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