FiveM Server Setup with txAdmin

FiveM Server Setup Guide

This guide covers everything you need to know to set up your FiveM server on GameNodePro using txAdmin.

What is txAdmin?

txAdmin is a powerful, full-featured web panel for FiveM servers that provides:

Server Management - Start, stop, restart with one click
Resource Manager - Install and manage resources easily
Player Management - Bans, kicks, warnings, and moderation
Live Console - Real-time server console access
Scheduled Restarts - Automatic restart scheduling
Discord Integration - Notifications and commands

Initial Setup

Accessing txAdmin

Log in to panel.gamenode.pro
Select your FiveM server
Find the txAdmin URL in the server details
Default credentials are in your welcome email

First-Time Configuration

On first login, txAdmin will guide you through:

Server Name - Your server’s display name
Server Data Path - Usually pre-configured
CFX License Key - Required for FiveM servers

Getting a CFX License Key

Go to keymaster.fivem.net
Log in with your Cfx.re account
Click New Server
Fill in your server details
Copy the generated key

Server Configuration

server.cfg

The main configuration file located in your server-data folder:

# Server identity
sv_hostname "My Awesome FiveM Server"
sv_projectName "My Server"
sv_projectDesc "The best roleplay experience"

# Slots
sv_maxclients 32

# License
sv_licenseKey "your-license-key-here"

# Steam (optional)
set steam_webApiKey "your-steam-api-key"

# OneSync (required for most frameworks)
set onesync on

# Resources
ensure mapmanager
ensure chat
ensure spawnmanager
ensure sessionmanager
ensure basic-gamemode
ensure hardcap
ensure baseevents

Essential Settings Explained

Setting	Description
`sv_hostname`	Server name in server list
`sv_maxclients`	Maximum player slots
`onesync`	Advanced sync (required for 32+ players)
`sv_enforceGameBuild`	Force specific GTA build

Installing Resources

What are Resources?

Resources are scripts/mods that add functionality to your server:

Frameworks - ESX, QBCore, vRP
Jobs - Police, EMS, mechanic
Vehicles - Custom car packs
Maps - MLOs and custom locations
Scripts - HUD, inventory, phone systems

Installing via txAdmin

Open txAdmin
Go to Resources tab
Click Add Resource
Enter the GitHub URL or upload files
Enable the resource

Installing Manually

Download the resource files
Go to Files in the game panel
Navigate to resources/[local]/
Upload and extract the resource folder
Add ensure resourcename to server.cfg
Restart the server

Popular Frameworks

ESX (EssentialMode Extended)

The most popular framework for roleplay servers:

# Core ESX resources
ensure es_extended
ensure esx_menu_default
ensure esx_menu_dialog
ensure esx_menu_list
ensure esx_identity
ensure esx_skin

ESX Documentation

QBCore

Modern framework with active development:

# Core QBCore resources
ensure qb-core
ensure qb-multicharacter
ensure qb-clothing
ensure qb-inventory
ensure qb-phone

QBCore Documentation

Database Setup

Most frameworks require a MySQL database:

Connecting to Your Database

Your database credentials are in the game panel:

Go to Databases tab
Note the connection details
Add to server.cfg:

set mysql_connection_string "mysql://user:password@host/database?charset=utf8mb4"

Importing SQL Files

Access phpMyAdmin from your panel
Select your database
Go to Import tab
Upload the .sql file from your framework

Player Management

txAdmin Ban System

txAdmin provides comprehensive moderation:

Warn - Issue warnings to players
Kick - Remove from server
Ban - Temporary or permanent bans
Notes - Add staff notes to players

Commands

In-game admin commands (with permission):

/kick [id] [reason]
/ban [id] [duration] [reason]
/warn [id] [reason]
/tp [id]
/goto [id]

Performance Tips

Optimize Resources

Remove unused resources
Use streaming for large vehicle/MLO packs
Monitor resource CPU usage in txAdmin

Server Artifacts

Keep artifacts updated for best performance:

Check latest version at runtime.fivem.net
Update via your game panel settings
Restart the server

OneSync Infinity

For 64+ player servers:

set onesync on
set onesync_enableInfinity true

Troubleshooting

Server Not Starting

Check the console for errors
Verify license key is correct
Ensure server.cfg syntax is valid

Resources Not Loading

Check resource folder name matches ensure statement
Look for errors in the console
Verify all dependencies are installed

Players Can’t Connect

Check server is listed on FiveM servers
Verify firewall allows traffic
Ensure license key is valid

Next Steps

Need assistance? Contact support!

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