Satisfactory: Essential Server Configuration Guide
The **Server Manager** introduced in the 1.0 release and earlier experimental builds allows you to configure your entire industrial operation without ever leaving the Satisfactory game client. Understanding these settings is crucial for maintaining a secure and efficient server environment.
1. Identity & Naming
Your Server Name and Session Name define how your world appears in the browser. Clear naming helps your team find the right world among multiple saves.
2. Tiered Security
Satisfactory uses two separate passwords: an Admin Password for managing settings and a Player Password for general world access.
3. World Persistence
Features like Auto Pause and Save Frequency allow you to balance between production throughput and server stability.
Core Settings Breakdown
| Setting Name | Description | Recommended Value |
|---|---|---|
| Server Name | The friendly name shown in the server list. | Whatever you prefer! |
| Session Name | The name of the world/save file currently running. | "Main_Factory_T8" |
| Admin Password | A secret password required to change these very settings. | Set this immediately! |
| Player Password | A password required for players to join the world. | Use if running a private group. |
| Auto Pause | Pauses the world when no players are connected. | Off for 24/7 production. |
| Autosave Interval | How often the server creates a backup. | 20 - 30 Minutes. |
How to Access the Server Settings
- Launch Satisfactory and select Server Manager from the main menu.
- Select your server from the list on the left.
- Click the Server Settings tab at the top.
- If requested, enter your Administration Password to unlock the fields.
- Make your changes and click Apply at the bottom of the window.
Security Best Practices
To keep your factory safe from uninvited "consultants," follow these security steps:
- Player Password Protection: Even if your IP is private, enable a Player Password. This prevents random port-scanners from wandering into your world and deleting your belts.
- Regular Backups: Use the Create Save button in the "Status" tab before making major changes like dismantling a Nuclear Power plant.
- Admin Delegation: Only share the Admin Password with players who need to manage the server's technical state.
Note: Some advanced configurations (like port numbers or internal engine tweaks) must still be handled through the Supercraft Panel's "Advanced Settings" or direct file editing in the File Manager.
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