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Can I run custom server messages or adverts in chat during gameplay?

  Yes, using plugins like SourceMod Advertisements or Simple Chat Processor. Upload the...
Can I upload and run custom maps or workshop maps on my Counter-Strike: Source server?

  Custom (non-Workshop) Maps: Upload the map files (.bsp, etc.) to your server’s...
How can I enable or disable friendly fire?

In server.cfg, set: Setting it to 0 disables friendly fire. Restart or...
How can I implement and manage bots on my Counter-Strike: Source server?

  In server.cfg, set: Adjust bot_quota to the desired number of bots. Use...
How do I back up important configurations and plugins?

Navigate to your server’s File Manager in TCAdmin. Download copies of cstrike/cfg and...
How do I change the server tickrate (e.g., 66, 100)?

  Counter-Strike: Source typically defaults to a 66 tickrate. To set a custom tickrate,...
How do I configure SourceMod admin permissions?

After installing SourceMod, open the admins.cfg or admins_simple.ini file (usually in...
How do I configure round time, buy time, and freeze time?

  In server.cfg, adjust: mp_roundtime (minutes per round, e.g., mp_roundtime 3)...
How do I edit the basic server settings, such as server name, map cycle, and RCON password?

In the TCAdmin 2 panel, look for the file manager (often labeled File Explorer or File...
How do I enable FastDownload (FastDL) for quicker map and mod downloads?

Sign up for or set up a web host for FastDL. Upload all custom content (maps, sounds,...
How do I enable VAC (Valve Anti-Cheat) and ensure my server is secured?

By default, CSS servers run with VAC enabled when you install via SteamCMD. Confirm by...
How do I fix common errors like “Invalid Steam Key Size” or “STEAM validation rejected”?

These errors often indicate a Steam authentication or update issue. Use TCAdmin’s...
How do I install or update SourceMod or MetaMod on my server?

  Download the latest SourceMod and MetaMod packages from their official sites. In your...
How do I manage auto-updates for my Counter-Strike: Source server?

  Twisted Servers may run automatic updates periodically, but you can also use your TCAdmin...
How do I set a specific starting map when the server boots?

  In the Startup Parameters or Command Line (in TCAdmin), append: +map de_dust2 (or...
How do I set server messaging, such as MOTD (Message of the Day) and server rules?

  Locate the motd.txt file in the cstrike folder. Edit this file to include any HTML or...
How do I set up a password for private matches or scrims?

In server.cfg, add or edit the line: Once saved, any user connecting to your...
How do I troubleshoot missing map or texture errors when players connect?

Ensure the .bsp (and any associated files) are correctly uploaded to cstrike/maps....
Is it possible to restrict weapons or apply custom weapon skins?

  For restricting weapons, install a plugin like SourceMod’s Weapon Restrict. You can...
What are the recommended server.cfg settings for a competitive or casual server?

Competitive: mp_freezetime 5 (time before round starts for buying) mp_roundtime...
What’s the best practice for rotating custom and default maps?

  Keep a clean mapcycle.txt with the maps you want to be in the active rotation. If you...
What’s the best way to manage custom plugins for events (e.g., GunGame, Deathmatch)?

  Install the relevant plugin (e.g., GunGame, Deathmatch) by uploading it to...
Where can I manage any additional cvars like gravity (sv_gravity) or player movement speed (sv_maxspeed)?

  Add or edit cvars in server.cfg or a custom config file in cstrike/cfg. For example,...
Where do I find logs and how do I enable detailed logging for troubleshooting?

  Log files are typically in cstrike/logs or cstrike/addons/sourcemod/logs (if using...