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Satisfactory

Detailed connection, admin, file, settings, mods, backup, wipe, and troubleshooting notes for Satisfactory dedicated servers.

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Connect & First Checks

Before editing files

  • In Satisfactory, open Server Manager and Add Server with IP:PORT.
  • Claim the server with an admin password if it is a new install.
  • Upload/import saves through Server Manager or panel file access depending on workflow.

Files & Folders

Stop server before edits

FactoryGame/Saved/SaveGames/serverDedicated server save files.
FactoryGame/Saved/ConfigEngine/game config generated by the server.
Server Manager stateSome server name/session/admin settings are managed through the in-game Server Manager rather than simple text files.

Common Settings

High-use values

Server name/session nameManaged through Server Manager.
Admin passwordUsed to claim/manage the server. Store securely.
Autosave interval/numberControls save retention. More saves use more disk.
Advanced game settingsMay be saved per save/session and can affect achievements/settings behavior.

Admin Setup

Staff access

  • First administrator claims the server in Server Manager.
  • Do not share the admin password broadly. Rotate if exposed.
  • If ownership gets confused, open support before deleting server state.

Mods & Plugins

Install carefully

  • Dedicated server mods generally depend on Satisfactory Mod Manager/mod loader compatibility.
  • Every player may need matching mods.
  • Back up saves before adding or removing content mods.

Backups, Wipes, Rollbacks

Protect player data

  • Back up the server save folder before game updates, mod changes, or imports.
  • Keep several autosaves if possible.
  • For wipe/new world, archive existing saves and start/upload a new save.

Troubleshooting

Common tickets

Cannot claim serverAdmin password/state mismatch. Confirm correct server and open support before deleting state.
Version mismatchClient and dedicated server versions differ after update.
Modded join failureMod loader or mod versions differ.