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How to Set Up a GTA: SA-MP / open.mp Server

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SA-MP and its successor open.mp bring classic GTA: San Andreas multiplayer, scripted in Pawn. A dedicated server is light to run and powers huge RP and freeroam communities. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.

What you need

  • A GTA: SA-MP / open.mp plan with around 1–4 GB of RAM — GTA: SA-MP / open.mp is a Medium-class game.
  • Support for Pawn gamemodes, filterscripts and plugins, included on every GGameHost GTA: SA-MP / open.mp plan.
  • Your friends or community to play with (up to 1000 slots).

Step 1 — Choose your plan

Pick a plan sized for your GTA: SA-MP / open.mp community. We recommend about 1–4 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. GTA: SA-MP / open.mp plans start at $10.99/mo.

Step 2 — Deploy your server

Check out and your GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server provisions automatically in under 60 seconds, with console access right away — no manual install, no command line.

Step 3 — Connect & invite players

Once your GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server is online, copy its address (IP and port) from the panel. Your players add the address in their client's Direct Connect box. Start, stop and restart it anytime from the control panel.

Step 4 — Install mods & configure

Your GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server supports Pawn, Filterscripts, Plugins, FTP/SFTP. Install Pawn gamemodes, filterscripts and plugins straight from the one-click installer, or upload your own from the control panel — then tweak settings in the visual config editor.

Step 5 — Keep it running smoothly

Enable scheduled automatic backups, set restart timers, and monitor CPU, RAM and player counts from the dashboard. Always-on DDoS protection and 24/7 support keep your GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server stable.

Server softwarePawn gamemodes, filterscripts and plugins
Recommended RAM1–4 GB
Player slotsup to 1000 slots
Performance classMedium

GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server FAQ

How much RAM does a GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server need?
We recommend 1–4 GB for GTA: SA-MP / open.mp. Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can a GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server hold?
Typical GTA: SA-MP / open.mp servers run up to 1000 slots. Slots scale with your plan, so you can raise them at any time.
Can I install mods on a GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server?
Yes — GTA: SA-MP / open.mp supports Pawn gamemodes, filterscripts and plugins. Install them from the one-click installer or upload your own over FTP/SFTP.

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