In this guide, I’ll show you how to install MetaMod and SourceMod on your Team Fortress 2 server using the FinnishHost Game Panel. These tools allow you to add admin systems, plugins, and advanced features to your TF2 server.
Step 1: Stop the Server
Always stop your server before installing MetaMod or SourceMod to prevent file conflicts or corruption.
Step 2: Download the Latest Versions
Get the latest stable builds directly from the official websites:
Download the correct versions for Team Fortress 2 (Linux or Windows depending on your server type).
Step 3: Upload Files to the Server
- Open the File Manager in your FinnishHost Game Panel.
- Upload the contents of the MetaMod ZIP file into your
tf/directory. - Upload the contents of the SourceMod ZIP file into the same
tf/directory.
Make sure both folders merge properly so that you have these new paths:
tf/addons/metamod/
tf/addons/sourcemod/
Step 4: Verify Installation
Restart your server, then open the Web Console. You should see confirmation messages similar to:
[META] Loaded successfully.
[SM] SourceMod successfully loaded.
Step 5: Add Yourself as an Admin
To give yourself admin permissions:
- Navigate to
tf/addons/sourcemod/configs/admins_simple.ini. - Add your SteamID in this format:
"STEAM_0:1:12345678" "99:z"Save the file and restart the server.
You now have full admin access in-game via the !admin menu.
Step 6: Install Plugins (Optional)
SourceMod plugins come as .smx files.
Upload them to:
tf/addons/sourcemod/plugins/Restart the server or use the in-game console command sm plugins reload to activate new plugins.
Step 7: Update When Needed
To update SourceMod or MetaMod, repeat the same upload process using the newest versions.
Your configuration files in configs/ will remain intact.
Notes
We provide support for installation and startup only.
We don’t provide support for custom plugin errors, scripts, or third-party code.
Always back up your addons/ folder before updating or adding plugins.
