9 GUIDES
Squad Server Guides
Squad dedicated server setup on Linux with SteamCMD (AppID 403240), Admins.cfg group-based permissions, LayerRotation.cfg, RCON, mod management, and troubleshooting guides.
How to Set Up a Squad Dedicated ServerInstall a Squad dedicated server on Linux using SteamCMD (AppID 403240). Covers the SquadGameServer.sh launch script, required launch parameters, and first-run directory structure.Updated May 14, 2026Installing Mods on a Squad ServerAdd Steam Workshop mods to your Squad server by placing mod IDs in the Mods section of Server.cfg or using the Squad mod menu. Players without the mod are prompted to download it on connect.Updated May 14, 2026Running Squad Server as a Linux systemd ServiceSet up a systemd service for your Squad dedicated server so it starts on boot and restarts automatically after crashes. Includes a complete unit file and management commands.Updated May 14, 2026Squad Server Admin Management (Admins.cfg)Add admins to your Squad server using SteamID64 entries in Admins.cfg. Squad uses a group-based permission system — define permission groups first, then assign players to groups.Updated May 14, 2026Squad Server Configuration (Server.cfg)Configure your Squad server by editing Server.cfg: server name, max players, reserved slots, team balance settings, and password. All files are in SquadGame/ServerConfig/.Updated May 14, 2026Squad Server Layer and Map RotationConfigure your Squad server's map rotation using LayerRotation.cfg. Layers combine a map, game mode, and version — e.g. AlBasrah_AAS_v1. Covers layer name format, optional faction assignment, and RANDOM settings.Updated May 14, 2026Squad Server Port ForwardingOpen all required ports for a Squad dedicated server: game ports UDP 7787–7788, Steam query UDP 27165, beacon UDP 15000, and RCON TCP/UDP 21114. All are needed for full server browser visibility.Updated May 14, 2026Squad Server RCON SetupConfigure RCON on your Squad server using Rcon.cfg. Squad uses the Source RCON protocol on TCP/UDP 21114. Run admin commands remotely without joining the game.Updated May 14, 2026Squad Server TroubleshootingFix common Squad dedicated server issues: server not showing in the browser, players unable to connect, config not applying, Admins.cfg not working, and high CPU usage.Updated May 14, 2026