First-time setup in TCAdmin is simple and automated after ordering. Access your server via the WHMCS client area at fpsdedicated.com, click "Login to TCAdmin," and follow these steps.[docs.tcadmin]
Start/Stop Your Server
From the dashboard or service overview.
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Start: Click the green "Start" button—downloads game files if needed (e.g., SteamCMD auto-fetch to TCAFiles/Games).[docs.tcadmin]
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Stop: Use red "Stop" for graceful shutdown; "Kill" for force-stop if unresponsive.[docs.tcadmin]
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Restart: Blue button for quick reboot; schedule via Settings > Schedules.[docs.tcadmin]
Monitor status via CPU/RAM graphs and console output.
Basic Configuration
Edit via dedicated tabs—no manual FTP needed initially.
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Startup tab: Set game executable, map, command-line args (e.g., +sv_maxplayers 20).[docs.tcadmin]
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Settings tab: Adjust variables like tickrate, view distance; slots auto-enforced from order.[youtube]
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Configuration Files: Inline editor for server.cfg, bans.txt—auto-backup before changes.[youtube]
Save and restart to apply; test via console commands.
Connecting to Your Server
Grab details from the dashboard (IP:port, query port).
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Server Browser: Add IP:port in game (e.g., connect 123.456.78.90:27015 for CS).
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Direct Connect: Console command: connect yourserverip:port.
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Private Servers: Use password from "Network" tab if PRI slots ordered.
Verify online via graphs or external tools like GameTracker.
Quick Tips
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First start may take 5–10 mins for file download.[docs.tcadmin]
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Changes require stop → edit → start cycle.[youtube]
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Stuck? Check Logs tab or restart Monitor service. Open a WHMCS ticket for help.[docs.tcadmin]
