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Server Connection

Connect Rust servers to Helios with validation and failure checks.

Overview

Helios relies on WebRCON connectivity for live commands, feeds, and event data.

Who This Is For

  • Owners and admins responsible for server operations

Requirements

  • Rust server host or IP
  • WebRCON port
  • WebRCON password
  • Manage Server permission in Discord

Setup

  1. Add a server with /server add.
  2. Confirm registration with /server list.
  3. Run /cmd send command:"status" to verify command execution.
  4. Run /whoson to verify online player polling.
  5. If needed, update values with /server edit.

Commands or Controls

/server add
/server list
/server edit
/server enable
/cmd send
/whoson

Example Use Case

/server add name:EU Duo host:203.0.113.10 port:28016 password:RCON_PASSWORD
/cmd send command:"fps" server:EU Duo
/whoson server:EU Duo

Common Issues

Problem

/cmd send fails on a newly added server.

Likely Cause

Wrong host, port, or password.

Fix

Use /server edit and retest with status.

Prevention

Store source-of-truth connection values in your owner runbook.

Tips / Best Practices

  • Keep server names stable (for example: region + mode).
  • Disable servers with /server enable enabled:no during maintenance windows.
  • Re-run connection tests after every host migration.

Server Connection Checklist

  • Server added
  • Status command returns data
  • Player list command returns data
  • Feed target channels are set
  • Server name follows your naming standard