CPU and RAM utilization in TCAdmin provides real-time insights via dashboard graphs—expect variability based on load. Access at fpsdedicated.com/clientarea > TCAdmin for your server.[docs.tcadmin]
CPU Expectations
Measures tick processing/player actions.
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Idle: <10% across cores.
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Normal (10–20 players): 30–60% peaks; sustained >80% signals overload.[community.tcadmin]
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Game-specific: CS2 tickrate spikes it; ARK entity ticks constant.
Single-thread priority highest—check per-core graphs.
RAM Expectations
Tracks allocated vs used (leak-prone).
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Base: 1–2GB empty; scales with slots/mods (e.g., 20 slots Rust ~4GB).
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Healthy: <80% sustained; OOM kills at 95%+.
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Leaks: Linear growth = restart schedule.[community.tcadmin]
Monitoring Tips
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Graphs: 24hr/7d views; set email alerts in Settings.
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Overuse: Reduce view-distance/tickrate or upgrade.
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Linux: top/htop via console; Windows: Task Manager link.
Red flags trigger auto-restart—ticket for sustained issues. Next: lag troubleshooting.[docs.tcadmin]