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Can I schedule Oxide/uMod Plugin data to wipe?

Yes, you can manually trigger or schedule the wiping of Oxide plugin data files, and even folders...

Common console admin commands for Rust servers

Vanilla Rust Commands These are commands which are vanilla rust commands, sorted by use case...

Control panel says my Rust server is online but I can't connect

If your Rust server is listed in the control panel as Running,  but you can't connect after...

Do you offer world migrations from my old host?

Yes, we offer world migrations and plugin migrations from your old host to your new server with...

How can I change my Rust server seed, RCON password, and other options?

In order to change your server seed (not world size), first login to the control panel at...

How can I change my server name?

First, login to the control panel at http://cp.chicagoservers.co Select your server and navigate...

How can I create a MySQL database for my server?

MySQL databases can be used to store additional data for your server typically required by some...

How can I install Oxide/uMod onto my server?

* Oxide/uMod mod now installs/updates automatically upon server boot. While manually installing...

How can I make myself an Owner/Admin on my Rust Server?

Option 1: Using a WebRCON Console You will need to connect to your server's console. Here are...

How can I re-install my server?

In order to re-install your server, first login to the control panel. Navigate to your server...

How can I set a server header image on my Rust server?

Rust allows you to add a header image for your server. The header image is a great way to...

How do I backup my server?

Quite a few customers have inquired about server backups. We are pleased to announce that this...

How do I configure a custom map on my Rust server?

In order to configure a custom map on your server, you will need to first obtain the .map file...

How do I make my Rust Server hardcore mode?

To enable Hardcore mode for your Rust server, you'll need to create a custom commandline and...

How do I make my Rust server private?

Option 1: Steam Whitelisting Add the following line to your server.cfg:server.steamgroup...

How do I update my Rust server after a game update?

Following a game update, your Rust server will need to be updated using the Steam Updater in...

How to add control panel sub-users

Follow these steps to add sub-users to your control panel account. Step 1: Login to the game...

How to connect to your server's FTP

  Setting up Filezilla (Windows and Mac OS)1. Log into the server control panel at...

How to connect with RustAdmin

RCON (remote control) is a protocol to manage server/send commands remotely (without being...

How to grant Oxide permissions in your Rust Server

The permission system in Oxide handles controlling who can use specific commands and features...

How to host your own Rust Server with ChicagoServers

Overview Looking to host your own server for the popular game Rust? Look no further than...

How to install Oxide plugins on your server

Rust, the popular multiplayer survival game, owes much of its diverse and immersive gameplay...

How to wipe player data or the world on a Rust server (Keep settings)

Using the Control Panel Wiper:   Step 1: Log into the control panel at...

Modifying the gather rate - make 2x, 5x, or 10x Rust servers

Initial Requirements To accomplish this, it requires that you have the Gather Manager plugin...

My Rust server isn't showing up in the list!

Rust servers hosted by ChicagoServers are always and by default reporting to the Community or...

The Ultimate Guide to the Top 10 uMod (Oxide) Mod System Plugins for Rust

Introduction: Rust, the popular multiplayer survival game, owes much of its diverse and...