7 Days to Die Dedicated Server Setup: Hostinger Game Panel vs Manual Setup

Setting up a dedicated 7 Days to Die server can be challenging, especially for beginners. In this article, we will explain two methods to set up a server – using Hostinger’s Game Panel or manually with commands.

Prerequisites

To set up a private 7 Days to Die host, you need a virtual private server (VPS) running a newer version of the Linux operating system. We recommend using Debian 12. Your VPS should have at least a dual-core CPU and 8 GB of RAM for optimal performance.

If you prefer a more beginner-friendly option, you can use Hostinger’s Game Panel 2 plan for 7 Days to Die hosting. It offers additional features like a one-click mod installer and AI assistant.

Setting up 7 Days to Die dedicated server with Hostinger’s Game Panel

Hostinger’s Game Panel provides a graphical user interface that makes setting up a 7 Days to Die dedicated server easy and error-free. Here are the steps:

Log in to hPanel and select VPS → Manage.
In the VPS Overview menu, click Manage panel. This will open a new tab.
Enter the admin credentials from the previous Overview menu and click Login.
Click Create Instance and select 7 Days to Die as the application. Hit Create Instance.
Once the creation process is complete, double-click the instance and press Start to run your game server.
Obtain the Connection info details from the same menu. You need them to connect to the server from the 7 Days to Die game client.

Setting up 7 Days to Die dedicated server manually

If you prefer to set up the server manually using commands, follow these steps:

1. Set up your VPS

Connect to your VPS using an SSH client and create a new superuser account for safer system management.

2. Install necessary dependencies

Update your system’s package and install the required dependencies for the 7 Days to Die server.

3. Download SteamCMD

Enable the non-free repository, add the i386 architecture, and install SteamCMD to download and install the server files.

4. Install 7 Days to Die server

Within the SteamCMD shell, download the 7 Days to Die server components.

5. Configure the server

Modify the server’s configuration file using a text editor and open the necessary port in the firewall.

6. Start your server

Start the server using either the default command-line interface or a multiplexer tool like Screen.

7 Days to Die server maintenance and troubleshooting

Regularly optimize your game server by deleting unused extensions and updating all server software. Hostinger’s Game Panel simplifies these tasks and allows you to schedule backups.

If you encounter any issues, check the server configuration file, firewall, and log files for errors. You can also use Hostinger’s AI assistant, Kodee, for troubleshooting.

Conclusion

Setting up a dedicated 7 Days to Die server can be done using Hostinger’s Game Panel or manually with commands. Choose the method that suits your needs and enjoy a customized gaming experience.

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