This guide will walk you through updating your Windrose server description using the ChicagoServers control panel.
Step 1: Log in to the Control Panel
Head over to the ChicagoServers control panel:
https://cp.chicagoservers.co
Log in and select the Windrose server you want to manage.
Step 2: Open Configuration Files
Once inside your server dashboard:
- Click on Configuration Files
- Locate and open ServerDescription.json
Step 3: Edit Your Server Description
Inside ServerDescription.json, you can modify key settings such as your server name, player count, and password protection.
Here is an example configuration:
{
"Version": 1,
"DeploymentId": "0.10.0.1.6-02cb3254",
"ServerDescription_Persistent":
{
"PersistentServerId": "1B1692404E5594A7B6C00282958F0943",
"InviteCode": "a874fc50",
"IsPasswordProtected": false,
"Password": "",
"ServerName": "",
"WorldIslandId": "FF1083749F344A3C6FBF4F9D257DBDAF",
"MaxPlayerCount": 10,
"P2pProxyAddress": "127.0.0.1"
}
}
"Version": 1,
"DeploymentId": "0.10.0.1.6-02cb3254",
"ServerDescription_Persistent":
{
"PersistentServerId": "1B1692404E5594A7B6C00282958F0943",
"InviteCode": "a874fc50",
"IsPasswordProtected": false,
"Password": "",
"ServerName": "",
"WorldIslandId": "FF1083749F344A3C6FBF4F9D257DBDAF",
"MaxPlayerCount": 10,
"P2pProxyAddress": "127.0.0.1"
}
}
Common Fields to Edit
- ServerName: The name that appears in the server list
- MaxPlayerCount: Maximum number of players allowed
- IsPasswordProtected: Set to
trueif you want a password - Password: Enter your server password if enabled
Step 4: Save Changes
After making your edits:
- Click Save in the control panel
Step 5: Restart Your Server
For the changes to take effect:
- Restart your server from the control panel
Notes
- Make sure your JSON formatting is valid. Even a small mistake can prevent the server from starting.
- If you enable a password, ensure it is shared only with intended players.
- Some fields like
PersistentServerIdandWorldIslandIdshould not be changed unless you know exactly what you are doing.
Your server description should now be updated and visible to players.
