This guide covers admin setup and server management for your VEIN dedicated server on Legion Hosting. For initial setup and configuration, see our VEIN Server Setup Guide.
Admin Setup
VEIN uses Steam IDs to designate server administrators. Admin access is configured in the Game.ini configuration file.
Adding Admins
- Stop the server in GPanel
- Open the File Manager or connect via SFTP
- Navigate to
Vein/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini - Find the
[/Script/Vein.VeinGameSession]section - Set the
AdminSteamIDsvalue to your Steam ID(s) - Start the server
[/Script/Vein.VeinGameSession]
AdminSteamIDs=76561198012345678
Finding Steam IDs: Go to the player's Steam profile page. If the URL uses a custom name, use a SteamID lookup tool (e.g., steamid.io) to find the 17-digit Steam64 ID starting with
7656119.
Server Visibility
Control whether your server appears in the public server browser:
PUBLIC_SERVER=True— Server is listed in the browserPUBLIC_SERVER=False— Server is hidden, only accessible via direct connect
This can be set via the PUBLIC_SERVER startup variable in GPanel or by editing bShouldAdvertise in Game.ini.
Anti-Cheat
VEIN supports anti-cheat protection. Configure it in Game.ini:
[/Script/Vein.VeinGameSession]
bAntiCheatProtected=TrueVAC (Valve Anti-Cheat) can also be enabled:
[OnlineSubsystemSteam]
bVACEnabled=1Server Management via GPanel
| Action | How To |
|---|---|
| Start/Stop/Restart Server | Use the power controls on GPanel's main page |
| Change Server Name | Edit SERVER_NAME in Startup tab |
| Set Server Password | Edit SERVER_PASSWORD in Startup tab |
| Change Player Limit | Edit MAX_PLAYERS in Startup tab |
| Toggle Public Listing | Edit PUBLIC_SERVER in Startup tab |
| Edit Advanced Config | File Manager or SFTP → Vein/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini |
| View Console Logs | Check the Console tab or read files in Vein/Saved/Logs/ |
Backup and Restore
- Use GPanel's built-in backup feature to create snapshots
- Download save files via SFTP for local backups
- Save data is located at:
Vein/Saved/SaveGames/ - Always back up before game updates or configuration changes
Warning: Deleting save data is permanent. All player progress and world data will be lost. Create a backup before making changes.
World Reset
- Stop the server in GPanel
- Navigate to
Vein/Saved/SaveGames/via File Manager or SFTP - Delete the save files
- Start the server — a new world will be generated
Troubleshooting
Server Not Appearing in Browser
- Verify
PUBLIC_SERVERis set toTrue - Ensure the server has fully started (look for
Created session GameSession.in console) - Wait 1-2 minutes for the Steam master server to update
Players Cannot Join
- Confirm the server is running and fully started
- Check that the password is correct if the server is password-protected
- Verify the correct IP and port are being used
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Need Help?
If you need further assistance with your VEIN server, our support team is ready to help. Submit a support ticket and we will respond as soon as possible.
