This guide covers RCON access, admin commands, and server management for your Operation: Harsh Doorstop server. For initial setup, see Operation: Harsh Doorstop Server Setup Guide.
1. RCON Access
Operation: Harsh Doorstop uses RCON for remote administration. RCON is enabled by default and configured through the startup variables:
- RCON Port: Set via
RCON_PORT(default: 7779) - RCON Password: Set via
RCON_PASSWORDin the Startup tab
Connect to your server's RCON using any standard RCON client. Enter your server IP, the RCON port, and the RCON password to authenticate.
RCON_PASSWORD. Without one, anyone could gain admin control of your server.
2. RCON Commands
Common RCON commands for Operation: Harsh Doorstop:
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
ListPlayers |
List all connected players and their IDs. |
Kick <PlayerID> |
Kick a player by their ID. |
Ban <PlayerID> |
Ban a player by their ID. |
ServerTravel <MapName> |
Change to a different map. |
Say <Message> |
Broadcast a message to all players. |
3. Game.ini Configuration
Advanced server settings are in HarshDoorstop/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini. Edit via SFTP:
| Section / Key | Description |
|---|---|
[/Script/RCON.RCONServerSystem] bEnabled |
Enable or disable RCON (True/False). |
[/Script/RCON.RCONServerSystem] ListenPort |
RCON listening port. |
[/Script/RCON.RCONServerSystem] Password |
RCON password. |
[/Script/RCON.RCONServerSystem] MaxActiveConnections |
Maximum simultaneous RCON connections. |
[/Script/Engine.GameSession] MaxPlayers |
Maximum player count. |
[/Script/Engine.GameSession] ServerName |
Server display name. |
[/Script/Engine.GameSession] Password |
Server join password. |
4. Steam Workshop Mods
Operation: Harsh Doorstop has full Steam Workshop support. To add mods:
- Subscribe to mods on the Steam Workshop page for Operation: Harsh Doorstop.
- Upload the mod files to your server via SFTP.
- Configure the server to load the mods as needed.
- Restart the server.
5. Troubleshooting
- RCON not connecting: Verify the
RCON_PORTandRCON_PASSWORDmatch what you set in GPanel. Ensure the RCON port is allocated to your server. - Server not appearing in browser: The server may need time to register with Steam. Wait a few minutes after startup.
- Server crashes: Check the GPanel console for error messages. Try disabling mods and testing with the default map.
- Players cannot connect: Verify the server IP and port. Ensure the game is up to date on both server and client.
Related Articles
- Operation: Harsh Doorstop Server Setup Guide
- How to Find Your Server IP and Port
- How to Upload Files via SFTP
Need Help?
If you need further assistance, open a support ticket with your server IP and any error messages from the GPanel console.