How to create a CS:S v34 server (CSS v34)

You can create a Counter-Strike: Source v34 server in two ways:

• Local server – for playing on a local network or via Hamachi.
• Public server (on hosting) – for playing over the Internet.

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 1. Local CS:S v34 Server

This method is suitable for playing with friends on the same network or via Hamachi.

Step 1: Server Installation

1. Download a ready-made CS:S v34 server (HLDS)

   • Find a reliable srcds.exe build (HLDS for CS:S v34).
   • Extract it to a convenient folder, for example, C:\CSS_Server.

2. Starting the server

   • Open the server folder.
   • Find the file srcds.exe and create a shortcut.
   • In the shortcut properties, in the "Target" field, add launch parameters:

     -console -game cstrike -tickrate 100 -maxplayers 10 +map de_dust2 -port 27015

     • -console – console mode.
     • -game cstrike – launch CS:S.
     • -tickrate 100 – server update rate.
     • -maxplayers 10 – number of slots.
     • +map de_dust2 – default map.
     • -port 27015 – server port.

3. Configuration setup (server.cfg)

   • Go to the folder cstrike/cfg and open server.cfg (create one if it doesn’t exist).
   • Add parameters:

     hostname "My Local CSS v34 Server" sv_lan 1 mp_freezetime 3 mp_roundtime 2 sv_cheats 0

4. Connecting to the server

   • Find your local IP address (ipconfig in Windows command prompt).
   • Start the server (srcds.exe).
   • Open CS:S v34 and connect with the command:

     connect [your_local_IP]:27015

   • If playing via Hamachi, use the Hamachi IP.

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 2. Public CS:S v34 Server (on hosting)

If you want the server to run 24/7 and be accessible to all players, use hosting.

Step 1: Choosing Hosting

For creating a server, we recommend the game hosting MyArena.Ru

Or you can rent a VPS (Ubuntu/Windows Server) and set up the server manually.

Step 2: Installing the server on hosting

1. Order a server with CS:S v34 support.
2. Install HLDS or upload server files (usually via FTP).
3. Configure launch parameters in the hosting control panel.
4. Edit server.cfg, adding:

   hostname "My CSS v34 Server" sv_lan 0 sv_region 3 rcon_password "mypassword"

Step 3: Opening ports (if VPS)

If the server is on a VPS, open ports:

iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 27015 -j ACCEPT iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 27015 -j ACCEPT

On Windows Server, add a rule in the firewall.

Step 4: Starting the server

1. In the hosting panel, click "Start Server".
2. Find out the server IP address.
3. Connect via CS:S v34:

   connect [your_IP]:27015

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Conclusion

• Local server – simpler, but works only on a network.
• Public server – accessible to everyone, but requires hosting.
• For a VPS server, you need to configure HLDS, ports, and config.