How to Configure Your Garry's Mod Server Print

In this guide, I’ll show you how to configure your Garry’s Mod server using the FinnishHost Game Panel. You’ll learn how to set your hostname, change gamemodes, install Workshop content, and customize your startup options.

Step 1: Stop the Server

Always stop your server before making configuration changes to avoid file corruption or missed updates.

Step 2: Open Configuration Files

1. Go to Configuration Files in your FinnishHost panel.
2. Edit server.cfg.

Step 3: Basic Configuration Example

hostname "My FinnishHost GMod Server"
sv_password ""
rcon_password "StrongAdminPass"
sbox_noclip 1
sbox_godmode 0
sv_lan 0
sv_region 255

• hostname — the name displayed in the in-game browser.
• sv_password — optional player password.
• rcon_password — used for remote administration.
• sv_lan — must be 0 for public visibility.

Step 4: Change Gamemode

1. Open Commandline / Startup Parameters.
2. Look for the +gamemode parameter.
3. Set it to your desired mode (e.g. sandbox, ttt, darkrp).

Step 5: Add Workshop Collections

To load a Workshop collection:

1. Go to the Steam Workshop and copy the numeric collection ID from its URL.
2. Open Commandline / Startup Parameters.
3. Add or edit the following parameters:

+host_workshop_collection 123456789 +authkey YOUR_STEAM_API_KEY

You can find your Steam API key here: https://steamcommunity.com/dev/apikey

Step 6: Save and Restart

Click Save, then Start. Watch the Web Console to confirm the server loads without errors.

Step 7: Verify Content

After startup, join the server and check that all Workshop content and gamemodes load properly. If missing models or textures appear, see our “Missing Content (Garry’s Mod)” guide.

Notes

We provide support for hosting, startup, and Workshop configuration only. We don’t provide support for addon bugs, gamemode scripts, or third-party Lua modifications. Always back up your server.cfg and Workshop IDs before making large changes.