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BisectHosting's Garry's Mod servers are a great way to host the game's various Game Modes. Whether playing with a large or small community, BisectHosting's Dedicated servers benefit from 24/7 uptime and a high level of customization with a user-friendly interface. This ensures that players can fine-tune their servers to fit their desired game mode and tweak settings that affect how games are played, creating a truly unique and fun experience for all players.
Beginner's Guide to a BisectHosting Garry's Mod Server
Step 1: Purchase a Garry's Mod Server
1. Open the Garry's Mod Server Selector.
2. Adjust the slider to the preferred Max Player Slots for the server. When finished, click Next.
3. Choose the nearest location available, and click Select Location.
4. Choose the desired Server Package.
5. Select the desired Billing Cycle.
6. Press the Continue button.
7. Review the order and click Checkout.
| Note | BisectHosting is happy to help with any questions on the server order. Click here for assistance. |
8. Fill in the form and Payment Details, then choose Complete Order.
Step 2: Access the BisectHosting Games Panel
1. Go to the email received after completing the order.
2. Open the provided link to the BisectHosting Games panel next to the Panel URL.
3. Enter the credentials from the email or log in with the Billing panel.
4. View the newly purchased server from the My Servers tab.
Step 3: Server Basics
Learn how to set up and play on a Garry's Mod server.
| Guide | Description |
| How to Join a Garry's Mod Server | Connect to the server and start playing. |
| How to Generate a GSLT Key For a Garry's Mod Server | Generate the GSLT Key required for all Steam game servers. |
| How to Install a Gamemode onto a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to install popular gamemodes from the Steam Workshop. |
| How to Set a Password for a Garry's Mod Server | Add a server password to limit who can join. |
Step 4: Server Configuration
Configure the settings of a Garry's Mod server and customize how it appears to players.
| Guide | Description |
| How to Change the Server Name on a Garry's Mod Server | Change the server name, affecting how it will be shown to players. |
| How to Add Custom Startup Parameters to a Garry's Mod Server | Add custom startup parameters to the server. |
| How to Disable VAC on a Garry's Mod Server | Disable Steam's Anti-cheat on the server, which is helpful for specific mods. |
| How to Enable Cheats on a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to enable and use various console commands, such as Godmode. |
| How to Upload a Custom Loading Screen on a Garry's Mod Server | Upload a custom loading screen that will display when players connect. |
Step 5: Server Administration
Learn how to set up admin access and expand player permissions through mods.
| Guide | Description |
| How to install ULX Admin System on a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to set up the most popular admin system for Garry's Mod. |
| How to Setup Player Permissions on a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to set permissions for each player through the ULX Admin System. |
| How to Enable RCON on a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to enable RCON to execute commands remotely on a server. |
| How to Enable the In-Game Console on Garry's Mod | Learn how to enable the in-game console for Garry's Mod. |
| How to Ban Players on a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to remove a player and prevent them from playing on the server. |
Step 6: Custom Content
Learn how to install various custom addons and gamemodes to a Garry's Mod server.
| Guide | Description |
| How to add a Steam Workshop Collection to a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to install a Steam Workshop Collection directly onto a server. |
| How to Setup Automatic Workshop Downloads on a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to set up automatic mod updates and installation for users who join. |
| How to Install Custom Addons to a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to install custom add-ons manually on the server. |
| How to Upload a Custom Map to a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to upload custom maps and add them to the rotation. |
| How to Setup FastDL for a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to set up FastDL so players can quickly acquire downloaded mods. |
| How to Mount cstrike and tf Files to a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to add models from Counter-Strike and Team Fortress to the server. |
| How to Install DarkRP on a Garry's Mod Server | Learn how to install the DarkRP gamemode to a server. |
Helpful Links
BisectHosting Blog: Garry's Mod
BisectHosting Garry's Mod Knowledgebase
Contact BisectHosting Support
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