Overview
NVMe vs SATA for Game Hosts. This Nexelya Learn article walks through world load times on operator-grade VPS or dedicated hosting.
This guide is written for dedicated server operators on Nexelya infrastructure (Proxmox KVM VPS or bare-metal dedicated). We focus on honest, repeatable steps — not panel features we do not ship.
Prerequisites
- Root or sudo access to your Linux instance (SSH)
- Enough RAM and disk for your player count (see our RAM calculators)
- Recent backup of worlds, player data, and configs
- Basic comfort with SFTP and a text editor
Step-by-step
- Review prerequisites and confirm your dedicated server host meets RAM and CPU targets.
- Back up world saves, databases, and config files before changing production settings.
- Apply the configuration changes described in this guide on your Nexelya VPS or dedicated instance.
- Restart the service and verify logs for errors before inviting players back.
- Monitor CPU, RAM, and disk for 24 hours after the change to validate stability.
Verification
After applying changes:
- Confirm the process stays running after restart
- Check listening ports with
ss -tulpnor your firewall rules - Join from a clean client to rule out local mod conflicts
- Watch resource graphs in the Nexelya panel for spikes
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Likely cause | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| Service won't start | Syntax error in config | Revert last edit; validate logs |
| Players timeout | Firewall or wrong bind IP | Open game ports; set 0.0.0.0 bind |
| High RAM usage | Undersized plan or leak | Resize VPS; reduce mods/plugins |
FAQ
Do I need a Nexelya server for this guide?
Most steps apply to any Linux game host. Nexelya customers can use the client panel for power, KVM, and billing — configure at /configure.
How long does this take?
Plan 15–45 minutes for first-time setup, less if you have done similar tasks before.
What if something breaks?
Restore from backup, revert the last config change, and open a support ticket with logs attached.
Next steps
- Browse related guides in the dedicated category
- Use free Nexelya tools for generators and sizing
- Configure hosting when you are ready to upgrade RAM or move to dedicated