Set Up a Dedicated Server for Counter Strike
Learn how to create your very own server on Counter-Strike. That way, you will be the one in charge and get to make the rules, and have admin control!
Steps
- Make sure you can Port Forward and disable firewalls.
- Install Steam and AMXMODX (see link below).
- Keep the defaults, but make sure that Counter-Strike is selected.
- Run the server to allow all the files to be created.
- Close the server, and install any add-ons you wish to please your players with.
- If you are on a router, Port Forward whatever port you told the Dedicated Server to run off of.
- Run the server, and run the command plugins, modules to make sure everything is running smoothly.
- Find your IP address and convince your friends to add it to their favorites.
Tips
- Ensure the computer you designate as the CounterStrike server can handle the load. A stable operating system, a powerful CPU (1.00 GHz or higher) and ample RAM (512 MB or higher) means a more reliable and faster server.
- The port number for the CounterStrike server is 27015.
- Be involved with your server, and get people to know you, that way you can have eyes on your server when you are away.
- If you have a router, verify that the firewall option that might be provided is disabled or this will block all incoming traffic.
- Using a dedicated server computer will mean better performance, both for you and for those playing on your server.
- Make sure your ports are forwarded correctly or no one will be able to join.
- You may want to run the server through with your friends, because usually they find something that is needed, or that could be improved.
Warnings
- If you have a Dedicated Server, this means that your internet will be running constantly, which could lead to slower page loads, and slower download rates.
- Make sure your server computer has ample CPU power and RAM. A slower computer means a slower game, which is not fun.
- Anything slower than DSL will result in a laggy game, making your experience unpleasant.
Things You'll Need
- High Speed Internet Connection, which can be run constantly.
- A powerful, dedicated server computer than can handle the load.
