# Setting Up a SCUM Server

> Set up a SCUM dedicated server: configuration, admin commands, loot settings and player count.

**Short answer:** Order the server, set name, password, slots and loot rates in the server config and start it — vehicle spawns, puppet density and events are tuned in the same config. A SCUM dedicated server holds up to 64 players.

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| Game | SCUM |
| Category | Configuration |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Reading time | 6 min |
| Last updated | 2026-02-19 |
| Language | en |
| Source | https://agrarchaoten.com/en/guides/scum-server-einrichten |
| Other language | https://agrarchaoten.com/guides/scum-server-einrichten |

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## Contents

- [SCUM server overview](https://agrarchaoten.com/en/guides/scum-server-einrichten#ueberblick)
- [Setting up the server](https://agrarchaoten.com/en/guides/scum-server-einrichten#einrichten)
- [Admin commands](https://agrarchaoten.com/en/guides/scum-server-einrichten#admin)
- [Tips](https://agrarchaoten.com/en/guides/scum-server-einrichten#tipps)

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## SCUM server — open-world survival with realism

SCUM focuses on realistic survival with a detailed metabolism system, crafting and PvP. A dedicated server offers room for up to 64 players and extensive admin tools.

## Setting up the server

**1. Order the server**

Order your [SCUM server at Agrar Chaoten](https://agrarchaoten.com/gameserver/scum).

**2. Configuration**

Important settings in the server config:

**3. Loot and events**

Adjust loot tables and events: vehicle spawn rate, puppet density (zombies), cargo drop frequency and weather.

## Admin commands

SCUM offers an extensive admin system:

- `#teleport [x] [y] [z]` — Teleport to coordinates
- `#spawnvehicle` — Spawn a vehicle
- `#settime [h:m]` — Set the time of day
- `#kick / #ban` — Manage players

## Tips

**Limit vehicles:** Too many vehicles put load on the server. Set a limit per player/squad.

**Base-building zones:** Define no-build zones around important locations like bunkers and airfields.

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## Frequently asked questions

**Q: How many players does a SCUM server support?**
A: Up to 64 players at the same time.

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## About this guide

This guide was written by Agrar Chaoten — a German game server host specialising in SCUM.
Rent a server: https://agrarchaoten.com/gameserver

*Source: https://agrarchaoten.com/en/guides/scum-server-einrichten*
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