Quick Start Guide

This guide will walk you through setting up your first game server with NodeByte. In just a few minutes, you'll have a fully functional server ready for you and your friends.

Step 1: Create an Account

If you haven't already, create a NodeByte account. You'll need:

A valid email address
A secure password

Tip: Use a strong, unique password and enable two-factor authentication for added security.

Step 2: Choose Your Game

Navigate to our game hosting page and select the game you want to host:

Minecraft - Java & Bedrock servers with mod support
Rust - High-performance Rust servers with Oxide/uMod
More games coming soon!

Step 3: Select a Plan

Choose a plan that fits your needs. All plans include:

✅ DDoS Protection
✅ Instant Setup
✅ 24/7 Support
✅ Full FTP Access
✅ Automatic Backups

Step 4: Complete Your Order

You'll be directed to our WHMCS client portal to complete your purchase:

Review your order details
Apply any discount codes you have
Complete payment via credit card, PayPal, or cryptocurrency

Step 5: Access Your Server

Once payment is complete, your server will be provisioned automatically. You'll receive:

Welcome Email - Contains your server details and login information
Game Panel Access - Manage your server at panel.nodebyte.host
Server IP & Port - Connect to your server immediately!

Step 6: Configure Your Server

Log into the Game Panel to:

1. Start/Stop/Restart your server
2. Access the console
3. Upload files via SFTP
4. Install mods and plugins
5. Configure server settings
6. Set up automatic backups

Common First Steps

For Minecraft Servers

Choose your server software (Paper, Forge, Fabric, etc.)
Set your server's server.properties
Upload your world files (if migrating)
Install plugins or mods

For Rust Servers

Configure server.cfg
Set map size and seed
Install Oxide (optional)
Add plugins

Need Help?

Stuck somewhere? Don't worry!

📖 Browse our Knowledge Base for detailed guides
💬 Join our Discord for live support
🎫 Open a ticket in our WHMCS client portal for account issues

Congratulations! 🎉 You're now ready to start your gaming adventure with NodeByte. Have fun!

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