server_config.sii controls session identity and networking for SCS dedicated servers.
Typical fields
| Field | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Lobby/session name | What drivers search for |
| Password | Optional gate |
| Player limit | Cap convoy size (respect SCS limits) |
| Dedicated ports | Physical connection/query ports |
| Moderators | Admin Steam IDs |
| Traffic / AI flags | Server-side traffic behavior |
| Logon token | Steam GSLT |
Edit safely
- Stop the server.
- Edit in File Manager — keep SII syntax valid (braces/quotes).
- Start and confirm the console shows the expected session name.
Never paste real tokens into public screenshots.
Related guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the file?
In the dedicated server directory — edit via Pterodactyl File Manager.
Password blank?
Leave empty for an open session; set one for VTC-only nights.
Ports in config?
Keep physical dedicated ports aligned with panel allocations.
Need help?
If you are stuck after following this guide, open a ticket from the Chapter22 client area with the exact error, the port or DNS change you made, and whether the service listens locally (ss / Resource Monitor) but fails externally.
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