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===What is a SRCDS===
 
===What is a SRCDS===
 
SRCDS stands for Source Dedicated Server.  This is a free stand-alone server program created by Valve.  Unlike other type of servers, SRCDS does not require steam or even a copy of Half-Life:2 to install.  When installing a SRCDS, the update tool will download all the required files for the server of your choice.
 
SRCDS stands for Source Dedicated Server.  This is a free stand-alone server program created by Valve.  Unlike other type of servers, SRCDS does not require steam or even a copy of Half-Life:2 to install.  When installing a SRCDS, the update tool will download all the required files for the server of your choice.
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===What will does this guild do?===
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This guide will walk you through how to do a full install of SRCDS with Fortress Forever.  This will also explain what you are doing so you can learn more about SRCDS.
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==How do I make SRCDS work with Fortress Forever==
 
==How do I make SRCDS work with Fortress Forever==
 
Since SRCDS is made to work with first-party mods (those created by Valve), the Fortress Forever server needs to add to SRCDS.  This is done by installing a Half-Life:2 Death Match SRCDS and then adding the FortressForever server to the root.  This will all be explained below.
 
Since SRCDS is made to work with first-party mods (those created by Valve), the Fortress Forever server needs to add to SRCDS.  This is done by installing a Half-Life:2 Death Match SRCDS and then adding the FortressForever server to the root.  This will all be explained below.

Revision as of 21:47, 9 March 2008

Overview

What is a SRCDS

SRCDS stands for Source Dedicated Server. This is a free stand-alone server program created by Valve. Unlike other type of servers, SRCDS does not require steam or even a copy of Half-Life:2 to install. When installing a SRCDS, the update tool will download all the required files for the server of your choice.

What will does this guild do?

This guide will walk you through how to do a full install of SRCDS with Fortress Forever. This will also explain what you are doing so you can learn more about SRCDS.

How do I make SRCDS work with Fortress Forever

Since SRCDS is made to work with first-party mods (those created by Valve), the Fortress Forever server needs to add to SRCDS. This is done by installing a Half-Life:2 Death Match SRCDS and then adding the FortressForever server to the root. This will all be explained below.

Required Tools

The following tools are required:

  • HLDSUpdatetool
  • Fortress Forever Server
  • 7-Zip/WinZip/WinRar/Ect.


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