LHyper is Loafhosts' custom-built game server control panel, designed to make server management intuitive and powerful. This guide walks you through every feature of the panel, from basic server controls to advanced automation.
Dashboard Overview
When you first log in, you'll see your server dashboard. The main console displays real-time server statistics including CPU usage, RAM consumption, disk space, and network activity. You can start, stop, and restart your server directly from this view.
Tip
- The IP address is displayed prominently - copy it to share with players
- Server status shows ONLINE (green) or OFFLINE (red)
- Resource usage bars help you monitor performance at a glance
Navigation Sidebar
The left sidebar organizes all panel features into logical sections. **General** includes Console, Settings, and Activity Log. **Management** contains File Manager, Databases, Backups, Network, Subdomain, Staff Request, Server Importer, and Server Wiper. **Configuration** holds Schedules, Users, Startup, and the Config Editor.
Tip
- Click section headers to expand/collapse menus
- Purple highlighting shows your current location
- Game-specific options appear under your game name
File Manager
The File Manager lets you browse, upload, edit, and manage all server files directly from your browser. Features include drag-and-drop upload, file search, create new files/folders, and a built-in text editor for config files.
- 1Click 'File Manager' in the sidebar
- 2Navigate folders by clicking directory names
- 3Use 'Upload' to add files, 'New File' or 'New Folder' to create items
- 4Click any text file to edit it in the built-in editor
- 5Use 'Recycle Bin' to recover accidentally deleted files
Tip
- The Config Editor (under Configuration) provides game-specific config editing with a user-friendly interface
- You can archive/extract ZIP files directly in the panel
Config Editor
Loafhosts' built-in Config Editor provides a user-friendly interface for editing common server configuration files. Instead of manually editing text files, you can adjust settings through dropdown menus, toggles, and input fields with helpful descriptions.
Tip
- Access via Configuration > Config Editor
- Changes are validated before saving
- Game-specific options are pre-configured for your server type
Server Schedules
Automate server tasks with the powerful scheduling system. Create schedules that run commands, restart servers, or create backups automatically. Choose between Simple mode (interval-based) or Advanced mode (cron expressions).
- 1Go to Configuration > Schedules
- 2Click 'Create Schedule' or '+ Add New Schedule'
- 3Name your schedule and choose Simple or Advanced mode
- 4Set interval (every X minutes/hours/days) or cron expression
- 5Add tasks: Send Command, Send Power Action, or Create Backup
- 6Enable 'Only When Server Is Online' to prevent errors
Tip
- Use schedules for automatic restarts, backup creation, and in-game announcements
- Cron expressions allow precise scheduling (e.g., every Thursday at 3 AM)
- Task actions can be chained with time offsets
Server Users & Permissions
Share server access with friends or staff members without giving them your account. The subuser system lets you invite users by email and grant specific permissions for each feature.
- 1Navigate to Configuration > Users
- 2Click '+ Add New User'
- 3Enter the user's email address
- 4Select permissions by category: Control, User, File, Backup, Allocation, Startup, Database, Schedule, Settings, Activity, and Addon
- 5Click 'Invite User' to send the invitation
Tip
- Use 'Select All' to grant full access quickly
- Control permissions let users start/stop/restart the server
- File permissions include SFTP access for FTP clients
Server Wiper (Game-Specific)
For games like Rust, the Server Wiper automates scheduled map/data wipes. Create wipe schedules that automatically reset your server on a schedule, perfect for weekly or monthly wipe cycles.
- 1Go to Management > Server Wiper
- 2Click 'Create First Wipe Schedule'
- 3Step 1: Set schedule name, description, and game type
- 4Step 2: Configure new server name after wipe
- 5Step 3: Select files to delete (use presets like 'Rust Blueprints' or 'Player Data')
- 6Step 4: Add commands to run before/after wipe
- 7Step 5: Set timezone for scheduling
- 8Step 6: Choose one-time or recurring schedule
- 9Step 7: Review and create
Tip
- Game-specific presets make setup easy
- Use DD, MM, YYYY placeholders in server names for dynamic dates
- Recurring wipes support daily, weekly, or monthly intervals
Server Importer
Migrating from another host? The Server Importer lets you transfer your existing server files via FTP or SFTP directly into your Loafhosts server.
- 1Click 'Server Importer' in Management
- 2Select protocol: FTP or SFTP
- 3Enter your old host's details: Host, Username, Password
- 4Set the remote path to your server files
- 5Click 'Test Connection' to verify
- 6Click 'Save' to begin the import
Tip
- Make sure your old server is stopped before importing
- SFTP is more secure than FTP
- Large servers may take time to transfer - be patient
Mod Manager
For supported games, the one-click Mod Manager lets you browse, install, and manage mods directly from the panel. No manual downloading or file management required.
- 1Click your game name in the sidebar (e.g., 'Arma Reforger')
- 2Select 'Mod Manager'
- 3Browse available mods or search by name
- 4Click 'Install' to add a mod to your server
- 5View installed mods under the 'Installed' tab
- 6Create mod collections for easy management
Tip
- Mods show version numbers and last update dates
- Use Collections to organize mods by type or purpose
- Some mods may require server restart after installation
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