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Enhance your Satisfactory server experience by adding mods directly through the Satisfactory Mod Manager (SMM). This guide walks you through each step to easily add mods to your ChicagoServers-hosted Satisfactory server without manual file downloads.

Requirements

1. Satisfactory Mod Manager (SMM): Download from the official site.
2. ChicagoServers FTP Information: Your server's IP, port 8821, and control panel username and password.

Steps to Install Mods

Step 1: Download and Install the Satisfactory Mod Manager (SMM)

1. Go to the official Satisfactory Mod Manager website and download the latest version.
2. Follow the installation instructions to set up SMM on your computer.

Step 2: Configure Satisfactory Mod Manager to Access Your Server

1. Open SMM and go to the Settings or Server Configuration tab (varies by version).

2. Enter your server’s FTP details:

   • Host: Your server’s IP address (same as the game server IP)
   • Port: 8821
   • Username: Same as the ChicagoServers control panel
   • Password: Same as the ChicagoServers control panel

3. Save these settings to allow SMM to manage mods on your server directly.

Step 3: Browse and Install Mods to Your Server

1. In SMM, browse the mods library to find mods compatible with the current version of Satisfactory.
2. Select the mods you want and click Install. SMM will install these mods directly onto your server using the FTP connection.

Step 4: Restart Your Server

1. After mods are installed, go to your ChicagoServers control panel.
2. Restart the server to apply the mods.

Step 5: Test Your Mods

1. Launch Satisfactory and connect to your server.
2. Confirm that the mods are functioning correctly in-game.

Tips and Troubleshooting

• Incompatible Mods: Some mods may not work with the latest game update. Verify mod compatibility through SMM before installing.
• Mod Errors: If you encounter issues, try re-installing the mod through SMM or restarting your server.
• Updating Mods: SMM can also manage mod updates; simply open SMM and select any available updates to automatically install the latest versions on your server.

Following these steps will give you a modded Satisfactory experience without any file transfers. For assistance, feel free to reach out to ChicagoServers support. Enjoy your modded gameplay!